Academic program proposal
Please include the name as you intend it to appear in the university catalogue and diploma. Do not use contractions, shorthand, or marketing language.
Please indicate the proposed program award level.
Please provide a suggested Classification of Instructional Program (CIP) code. CIP codes are a Dept. of Education taxonomy of academic programs. The National Center for Education Statistics website provides CIP code details. Please consult and provide a suggested CIP code. Please select one full CIP code. Please avoid multiple codes or broad taxonomical area.
Please provide the name and email address of the primary program contact(s).
Please include a brief program summary, addressing who will enroll in the program and why will they do so?
Please indicate the semester in which you hope to admit your first students. If unknown, please select 'unknown'.
Please identify any similar programs in Maryland that could be considered duplicative. Consult the state's Academic Program Inventory if necessary.
Please indicate whether the program will be a residency or non-residency program - yes/no?
If known, please indicate whether the program will be entirely online, entirely face-to-face, or partially online (hybrid).
Please indicate the program tuition and fees cost.
Describe the rationale for launching this program in the designated timeframe and describe risks/outcomes associated with delayed implementation.