Established as a part of the University System of Maryland in 1966, the university became the first public college or university in Maryland to be inclusive of all races.[9] UMBC has the fourth highest enrollment of the University System of Maryland, specializing in natural sciences and engineering, as well as programs in the liberal arts and social sciences.[10] Athletically, the UMBC Retrievers have 17 NCAA Division I teams that participate in the America East Conference.[4]