Registration Information for Out-of-State Institutions of Higher Education Offering Online Education

Pursuant to the law that took effect on July 1, 2012, out-of-state institutions that enroll Maryland students in fully online programs must register with the Commission (COMAR13B.05.01).

Outlined below you will find information regarding the "Out- of -State Online Registration" procedure.

The application process:

Initial and renewal applications can apply using the following:

Out-of- State Online Portal (preferred method of submission) or
Mail Complete Application utilizing the Out of State Online Education Registration form

Utilize the Out-of-State Online Registration Document List while completing the application to ensure full compliance.

Application supporting documents, and copies of all mailed materials must be submitted via the Online Registration Portal. The registration fee, original signed notarized affidavit from the CEO/President, and financial guarantee if applicable should be submitted via certified mail to the below address.

Out-of-State Online Registration
Maryland Higher Education Commission
217 East Redwood St., Suite 2100
Baltimore, MD 21201

If there are more than ten simultaneous students enrolled in the same program and in the same location in Maryland, the institution should apply for the Out-of-State Degree-Granting Institution as this would trigger physical presence.

The Out-of-State Online Registration Mailbox is onlinereg.mhec@maryland.gov should there be any questions.

View the list of institutions determined to be in compliance with the requirements of the Education Article, §11-202.2 of the Annotated Code of Maryland and COMAR 13B.05.01 for fully online programs.

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