Touring Around The "Public Ivy" - University Of Maryland College Park

The University of College Park is a public university, located not so far away from Washington DC. It was founded in the year 1856, and has continued to be a popular one for most students from both America and abroad. The University has been recognized as public ivy, and as such, has been ranked among the top universities in USA. This University has a long history that dates back to many years ago.

University of Maryland college park

http://www.wikipedia.org/wiki/university-of-maryland-college-park

The university has majestic buildings and structures, which accommodates thousands of students. The university has counseling sessions for all students, as well as campus walks that are led by students. New students will instantly feel at home, for there are student's guides who help one to adapt to the changes, and get acquainted with the system here.

University of Maryland Admissions

http://www.admissions.umd/admissions/visit/

The reason why the University is referred to as Public Ivy is because it provides an Ivy League collegiate education at public school prices. It has an enrollment of over 36,000 students, and has strong research partnerships with the federal government. By touring around the institution, one will notice the spacious and well equipped lecture rooms and laboratories too. Members of faculties often receive funding from agencies like the NASA, department of Homeland security, and many more.

University of Maryland Information

http://www.newsdesk.umd.edu/marylandMaps/whereismaryland.cfm

There are even hotels within the university precincts. Besides, visitors who want to find their way around the university can visit the website of the department of transportation services for directions. The directions offer one the easiest way of accessing the university from any part of America.

Department of Transportation Services

http://www.transportation.umd.edu/visitor/directionstocampus.html