As a friendly reminder, all merit scholarship recipients are required to maintain a minimum grade point average (GPA) and successfully enroll and complete at least 12+ credits each fall and spring semester. Transfer Scholars must be registered for and successfully complete a minimum of 12 credit hours per semester for full award and no less than 6 credits for a half award (not including audited courses). As a UMBC scholars, you must contact the UMBC Office of Financial Aid and Scholarships prior to making any changes in full time enrollment or registration status (internship, cooperative education, study abroad or withdrawal from UMBC).