Ocean City, MD – The Town of Ocean City is accepting applications for the 2023 semester of Ocean City University. The free course invites residents and visitors to learn more about the Town’s municipal government and its services.

Classes are held on Wednesdays from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m., beginning September 13. There is no charge for the ten-week course which offers citizens a diverse background on Ocean City by covering topics on public works, public safety, tourism, finance and a variety of areas related to Ocean City municipal government.

“The goal of Ocean City University is to provide a better understanding of government’s role and relationship with citizens, as well as continue to build the relationship between government and residents to improve our community’s quality of life,” said Terry McGean, City Manager for the Town of Ocean City. “We hope this course gives citizens a sense of ownership in government actions because we believe informed citizens can make a difference in the community.”

A minimum of 20 students must be enrolled. To sign up, visit https://oceancitymd.gov/forms/OCURegistration.pdf or call the City Clerk’s Office at 410-289-8824 by August 31, 2023.