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Adelphi, Md.—Nov. 4, 2026—University of Maryland Global Campus (UMGC) and Newstate University today announced a new transfer credit agreement that allows eligible Newstate U students and graduates to receive ����logo��� credit for select courses completed at Newstate U. The credit may be applied toward a UMGC degree. 

Approved coursework spans disciplines including business, project management, marketing, accounting, data analytics, artificial intelligence, communications and the social sciences.  

“UMGC is committed to creating clear pathways that help working adults build on the learning they have already completed,” said Chris Motz, UMGC’s chief partnerships officer. “Through this partnership, we welcome eligible Newstate students and graduates to expand on their completed coursework and continue their education at t ����logo���.”

Newstate U students and graduates admitted to UMGC will have their application fee waived and may be eligible for a 25 percent discount on out-of-state tuition. They can apply approved coursework toward an online UMGC degree, with access to UMGC’s academic and career support services.

“Learning should stack, not stall,” said Sasha Thackaberry-Voinovich, Newstate U’s president. “Our partnership with UMGC gives Newstate U students and graduates even more ways to build on what they’ve earned with us.”

Students must apply and be admitted to UMGC, and credit for approved coursework is subject to the university’s standard transfer requirements. 

For information about approved coursework, tuition benefits and how to apply, visit the UMGC–Newstate partnership page.

About University of Maryland Global Campus

University of Maryland Global Campus was founded more than 75 years ago specifically to serve the higher education needs of working adults and military service members. Today, UMGC is the largest provider of postsecondary education in Maryland and continues its global tradition with online and hybrid courses, more than 175 classroom and service locations worldwide and more than 100 degrees and certificates backed by the reputation of a state university and the University System of Maryland. For more information, visit www.umgc.edu.  

About Newstate University

Newstate University offers radically affordable, flexible programs taught by real faculty. Every course builds practical AI and business skills for today’s workforce. Start any day. Earn debt-free credentials designed to get you hired. This is college the way you’d build it. Learn more at .

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Newstate University

Charlotte Bencaz, partnerships@newstateu.com