Life and learning come together at UMBC. Faculty and students strive for the highest levels of accomplishment. In fields from classics and history to molecular biology and computer engineering, students are closely mentored by professors who are recognized leaders in their fields. UMBC also offers countless activities and resources – from state-of-the-art athletic facilities to dance, music and theatre performances. With downtown Baltimore and Washington, D.C., both nearby, there is never a shortage of things to do.