The Robert H. Smith School of Business is one of 14 colleges and schools at the University of Maryland, College Park. As one of the top 20 public research universities in the United States, the University of Maryland draws world-class faculty, attracts the brightest students and invests in the quality of academic programs. As a major catalyst for the State of Maryland - whether it's building the region's largest ever research park or partnering with local businesses to create thousands of jobs and nearly $2 billion in product sales - the university is continually investing in Maryland's economy and its future. And, with the support of alumni and friends at an all-time high, there's no telling just how far the University of Maryland will go!

The University of Maryland flagship campus is located in College Park, Md., and is a Carnegie Research - I University, Member Association of American Universities (AAU) and in Division I NCAA Athletics. The College Park campus is located on approximately 1,500 acres in the Baltimore - Washington high-tech corridor, less than 10 miles from the U.S. capital of Washington, D.C.

Dr. C.D. Mote, Jr. was named president of the University of Maryland in fall 1998. Mote comes from a successful career as a research engineer and top administrator at the University of California, Berkeley. The university generates $5.93 of economic activity for every dollar appropriated by the General Assembly, providing a statewide impact of nearly $1.8 billion annually.  Sponsored research and outreach soured to a record $352 million in FY02. Faculty stars include 31 National Academy members, six Pulitzer Prize Winners, one Nobel Laureate, and scores of Fulbright Scholars.

Learn more about the University of Maryland at www.maryland.edu