University of Maryland Eastern Shore, Public research university in Princess Anne, US.
The University of Maryland Eastern Shore spans 1,120 acres, including a 385-acre research farm adjacent to a tidal creek for agricultural studies.
Founded in 1886 as Delaware Conference Academy, the institution transformed from a Methodist Episcopal Church preparatory school into a public research university.
The university maintains 60 student organizations and offers 38 undergraduate, 15 master's, and 8 doctoral programs across five academic schools.
Students receive instruction in specialized fields including allied health, construction management technology, criminal justice, hospitality, tourism, and professional golf management.
The institution received a $20 million donation from MacKenzie Scott in 2020, marking the largest single contribution in the university's history.
Location: Somerset County
Inception: 1886
Website: https://www.umes.edu/
Address: J.T. Williams Hall, Princess Anne, MD 21853-1299 21853-1299
Website: https://umes.edu
GPS coordinates: 38.20746,-75.68607
Latest update: May 26, 2025 21:25
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