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Pursue What's Next, On Your Terms. Earning a graduate degree is a powerful way to grow your expertise, expand your opportunities, and move forward in your career. At The Universities at Shady Grove, you can take that next step with the support, flexibility, and convenience you need to succeed — because together, we make it happen.
Whether you're a working professional, returning to school, or finishing your bachelor’s degree, the programs offered at USG are designed to meet you where you are — and help you get to where you want to go.
Programs offered at USG are tailored for busy adults, career changers, and recent graduates alike. Whether you're balancing a job, family responsibilities, or planning your next academic step, you’ll find flexible options that fit your life — and a community that’s ready to support you every step of the way.
Explore Your Options
At USG, there are a variety of graduate-level programs to choose from in fields like business, cybersecurity, data science, education, engineering, health and life sciences, public administration, social work, and more.
All graduate student applicants must hold a bachelor’s degree. Admission requirements vary by program and institution, so be sure to connect with a program representative for details on your desired graduate program.
Admissions & Financial Aid
Applying to a graduate program at USG is simple. Apply directly to the university offering your program of interest and select Shady Grove as your preferred campus location.
Your admission, financial aid, and degree will be managed through your university — USG is the campus where you’ll attend classes, connect with faculty, and access student services to support your success.
In addition to financial aid and scholarships available through your university, USG has its own pool of scholarships specifically for students attending programs at the Shady Grove campus — including those at the graduate level. These scholarship awards can be combined with institutional aid, helping you make the most of your resources.