Welcome to the Terp Family & Supporter Onboarding Hub!
We’re excited to have you as part of our Terp community! This hub is your go-to resource for the essential information, next steps, and key deadlines to help you support your student’s transition to the University of Maryland.
Here, you’ll find brief videos, one-pagers, and other helpful materials, covering everything from academics and campus life to wellness, safety, and support services.
Explore the sections below to get started, and don’t hesitate to reach out with questions. We’re here to support you as you support your student.
Terp Life 101: Living, Dining & Getting Around
Learn the basics including graduation requirements and see college/school-specific information.
Fall 2025 Important dates
June 17: Process for submitting waiver/enrolling in university sponsored student insurance opens
July 10: Terp Payment Plan (TPP) enrollment windows open
July 25: First Fall bill generated
Aug. 4-5: TPP windows close
Aug. 20: First Fall bill due
Aug. 27-29: Residence Hall Move In (Students will receive specific move-in date and time appointments in July)
Sep. 1: Last day to cancel registration
Last day to drop all courses (cancel) and get a 100% refund
Sept. 2: Immunizations due
Sept. 2: First day of class
Early Sept.: First Look Fair*
Sept. 8: Last day to drop (cancel) individual courses for a 100% refund but remain registered for the semester
Sept. 10: Study Abroad Fair
Sept. 19: Required wellness trainings (Sexual Assault Prevention and Alcohol, Cannabis, and Opioid Prevention) are due. (They are available beginning Aug. 11)
Deadline to submit waiver for university sponsored student insurance
Sept. 20: Second Fall bill due
Sept. 30: Study Abroad applications are due*
Sept. 2-15: Add/drop period
Oct. 3-5: Family weekend
Oct. 13-14: Fall break
Oct. 27-Nov. 1: Homecoming (Football game is Nov. 1)
*More information coming soon