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University of Maryland

University of Maryland is a large, public institution located in College Park, md. Founded in 1856, University of Maryland offers undergraduate degrees in 349 majors.

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Key stats

college-type 4 Year, Public
athletics Division 1
undergraduates 29,982 undergraduates
cost $11,233
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Admissions

Will I get into University of Maryland? Here’s what we know about who has! SAT/ACT scores are considered but not required to apply. Check here for college application deadline info or visit the school’s website.

Acceptance rate 44.6%
SAT score average 1461
ACT score average N/A
Average high school GPA 4.45
Application fee $75
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Academics

The degree program or major you pursue is major! University of Maryland is known for one of its top majors: Computer Science. Their student-faculty ratio is 18:1.

Graduation rate
Retention Rate
18 :1
Student to faculty ratio

Popular degree programs

Computer Science and Information Technology
Natural Sciences and Environmental Studies
Business and Management
Health and Medical Professions
Social Sciences and Psychology
Engineering and Technology
Arts, Design, and Humanities

Popular majors

Computer Science
Information Science/Studies
Biology, General
Economics
Public Health
Business Administration, Management and Operations
Finance and Financial Management Services

Tuition & cost

In state

Undergraduate tuition $11,233
Additional expenses
Room & board $14,576
Books & supplies $1,250
Other expenses $2,578
Cost of attendance* $29,637
Financial aid package $15,555
Estimated cost $14,082 See my potential costs

Out of state

Undergraduate tuition $39,469
Additional expenses
Room & board $14,576
Books & supplies $1,250
Other expenses $2,578
Cost of attendance* $57,873
Financial aid package $15,555
Estimated cost $42,318 See my potential costs

June 30 FAFSA® deadline

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*Cost of attendance is the average expenses including tuition, room, board and other estimated living expenses.

Student population

Who’s going to be there? University of Maryland has a total undergraduate enrollment of 29,982, with gender binary students split 51% male and 49% female.

Total enrollment

40,813

Enrollment by gender

Male
Female

Enrollment & ethnicity

White %
30%
African American %
10%
Hispanic American %
8%
Asian %
18%
Native American %
0%
Hawaiian/Pacific Islander %
0%
Multiracial %
4%
Unknown %
30%

Student type

Full-time
Living on campus
International

Campus life

Find your people & try new things

At University of Maryland, students love their Student Government Association. Student athletes compete in Division 1 sports.

Campus info

map NA, College Park, MD 20742
phone 301-405-1000
address www.umd.edu/
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Popular clubs & activities

Student government association

Residence hall association

Black student union

Asian-american student union/jewish student union

Commuter students association

clubs
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Athletics

NCAA Division levelDivision 1
Varsity sportsYes
Intramural sportsYes
greek-life

Greek life

Female
Male

Frequently asked questions

Get answers to common questions about University of Maryland to help you figure out where you want to apply.

Where is University of Maryland?

University of Maryland is located in College Park, md.

What is the acceptance rate at University of Maryland? 

The acceptance rate for University of Maryland is 45%.

What’s the average GPA for University of Maryland?

The average high school GPA for University of Maryland students was 4.45.

How much does it cost for 4 years at University of Maryland?  

The estimated cost for 4 years at University of Maryland including tuition, room and board, and books and other fees is $118,548.

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