Founded in 1947, University of Maryland University College (UMUC) is a pioneer in adult and distance learning, UMUC offered its first distance education course 30 years ago. University of Maryland University College is accredited by the Commission on Higher Education, Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools, 3624 Market Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104 (215-662-5606). UMUC offers more than 80 online degree and certificate programs, each designed to offer a challenging educational experience with maximum flexibility.