Advising

Students are encouraged to speak with the school’s Academic Advisor to develop an educational plan that meets their academic requirements within the prescribed time frame. In addition, the Academic Advisor is available to talk about curriculum matters, the structure of the academic program, academic rules and degree requirements.

Although the Academic Advisor will assist students in developing a Plan of Study, each student must assume responsibility for knowing curriculum requirements and ensuring that these requirements are met by reviewing the materials on the school’s website.

The Academic and Career Advisor is Alex Cosentino-Tich, LCSW-C.  They can be reached at sswadvising@ssw.umaryland.edu or 410-706-3525. Book An Appointment.

1. View Samples Plan of Study.
2. Review the Curriculum Overviews to learn more about your specific graduation requirements based on your date of entry.
3. Download/view Class Schedules.  Print a copy of the schedule for use when registering.
4. Not sure what to take?  Email sswadvising@ssw.umaryland.edu to talk about your plan of study.  

Students register for classes in SURFS (Student User Friendly System).  

1. Log on to SURFS with your myUM ID and password   
2. Select STUDENT
3. Select REGISTRATION
4. Select SELECT TERM and choose the desired term
5. Select ADD/DROP CLASSES and then scroll down to the ADD CLASS section
6. Enter the CRN number(s) for desired courses and sections (find courses and CRN codes here: Calendars & Course Schedules and Courses Offerings and Descriptions) 
7. Select SUBMIT CHANGES and courses will appear in the CURRENT SCHEDULE area.                

Once you login, you will also be able to view your bill, change your address and check your grades.  

If you need assistance logging in to SURFS, please contact the Help Desk at help@umaryland.edu. 

Potential Registration Errors:

• Holds – The student will not be permitted to register until the hold is resolved with the appropriate office. 
  • Student Health
  • International Students
  • Title IX Training
  • Prescription Drug Prevention Training
  • Student Accounts 
• Time Conflict – Classes that meet concurrently have been selected
• Closed Section – Course is full and closed for further registration
• Class Restriction – The student is not eligible to register for the course
• Course Prerequisites – The student has not met the requirements to register for this course

 If you need assistance registering, please email sswregistration@ssw.umaryland.edu 

Field Education, an internship under the supervision of an experienced MSW Field Instructor, is an important component of graduate social work education. Included in a student's Plan of Study will be two different field placements in social services agencies, departments or other service delivery systems located throughout the State of Maryland and surrounding areas.  Field Placements are determined based on concentration/specialization for advanced students and geographic location for foundation students. 

Students can learn more about Field Education here or by contacting the Field Education Office at 410-706-7187 or fieldeducation@ssw.umaryland.edu. 

The University and the School have a strong and growing international focus offering a variety of global educational experiences. The School offers courses which include international travel and an international field placement program for interested students.

Find out more here: Global Opportunities at UMB and here: http://www.umaryland.edu/global/