Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 002103
- Phone: (410) 455-1000
- School Homepage
Admissions Office
Financial Aid Office
ACCEPTANCE RATE
44.18%FINANCIAL AID RATE
74%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
18:1DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE
8FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$9,348Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid
Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition
School Map
University of Maryland – College Park (UMBC)
1000 Hilltop Circle, Baltimore, MD
UM's pride lies not only in being Maryland state's flagship university but also in having over a hundred of its academic programs consistently ranking among the best in the country. The University of Maryland boasts of several schools and colleges including those of the Philip Merrill College of Journalism, the Robert H. Smith School of Business, and the A. James Clark School of Engineering. Both summer and winter short-term programs include opportunities to study in numerous locations abroad, some of which are either partly or fully-sponsored.
The College Park Scholars and Women in Engineering (WIE) are among the more notable programs being offered at the university. WIE was enacted to encourage support for and the growth of the number of female students in the field of engineering, both in the undergraduate and graduate levels. The Scholars program, on the other hand, invites qualified students to participate in what are called "living-learning programs", covering areas of study such us Global Public Health, Life Sciences, and Public Leadership.
Testudo, a representation of a Diamondback terrapin, stands as the official mascot and symbol of good luck that is present at different college athletic events. The school's landscape features the famous Memorial Chapel and its carillon, the McKeldin Mall sundial and fountain, and the bronze sculpture of alumni Jim Henson with his famous creation, Kermit.
Traditions on campus have been prevalent since its establishment as the Maryland Agricultural College in 1856. Maryland Day for instance, held on the last Saturday of April, marks an open-house event to which prospective students and members of the surrounding communities are invited in joining the university's staff, faculty, and student body in various festivities. UM is located, specifically, within Prince George's county near Washington, DC.
Admission Requirements & Details
The admissions information below may give an overview of the students University of Maryland – College Park accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- AP Course Credits
Student Enrollment
The total student enrollment at University of Maryland – College Park is about 41,000, where graduate students make up roughly 15% of the student body.
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The average "out of pocket" cost of attendance, after any grants and scholarships are considered, is around $16,800. In order to calculate a more accurate and detailed cost of attendance check out their cost calculator here. There is also a $75 application fee for those applying to a program. The figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition, fees, and expenses.
Tuition & Fees Information
- Annual tuition estimates are:
- State Residents: $8,800-$11,000
- Out-of-State: $35,000-$41,920
- Charges for part-time students are:
- In-State: $370-$440 per unit
- Out-of-State: $1,500-$1,700 per unit
- May offer prepaid tuition rates, allowing tuition to be purchased at current rates for future enrollment.
Financial Aid Details
The table below breaks down the types of financial aid, the percent of students receiving aid, and average amount of aid per student per year.
Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
---|---|---|
Any Financial Aid | 74% | - |
Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 61% | $7,965 |
Receiving Student Loans | 31% | $8,322 |
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help support students, University of Maryland – College Park may offer services like:- Online classes
- Remedial courses
- Career path counseling
- Student employment
- Assistance to find work
Specialized Programs & Accreditations
Campus: University of Maryland – College Park
- Clinical Audiology (Au.D.) Program
- Clinical Psychology (Ph.D.) Program
- Counseling Psychology (Ph.D.) Program
- Dietetics Program
- Music Program
- Master's in Public Health (M.P.H.) Program
- School Psychology (Ph.D.) Program
- Speech-Language Pathology Program
- Elementary and Secondary School Teacher Education Program
Campus: University of Maryland - College Park at University of Maryland - Baltimore
- Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) Program
- * Accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (since 2009)
- Nursing (MSN, DSN) Program
- * Accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (since 2009)
Intercollegiate Athletics
UMBC is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports being in the NCAA Division I-FBS classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Baseball (Big Ten Conference)
- Basketball (Big Ten Conference)
- Track and Field (Big Ten Conference)
- Field Hockey
- Football (Big Ten Conference)
- Golf
- Gymnastics
- Lacrosse
- Soccer
- Softball
- Tennis
- Track and Field, Outdoor
- Volleyball
- Wrestling
Programs Offered
The program list below is organized by areas of study. The programs that have a link will direct you to the program's profile page where you can learn more about education requirements and career pathways.
Get more information about the programs offered by University of Maryland – College Park by clicking the request information to the right.
(C) Certificate or Award | (A) Associate's | (B) Bachelor's | (M) Master's Degree | (D) Doctorate (PhD,...)
Agriculture Operations
- Animal Science (B, D, M)
- Food Science (B, D, M)
- Agriculture (B)
- Turf Management
- Agronomy and Crop Science
Architecture
- Architecture (B, C, M)
- Landscape Architect (B, M)
- Urban Planning (D)
Biological and Biomedical Sciences
- Biology (B, D, M)
- Biochemistry (B, D, M)
- Biophysics (D)
- Entomology (D, M)
- Toxicology (D)
- Neuroscience (C, D)
- Epidemiology (D)
- Botany
- Molecular Biology
- Microbiology
- Zoology
Business and Marketing Studies
Communications and Journalism
- Communications (B, D, M)
- Journalism (B, D, M)
Computer and Information Sciences
Education
Engineering
- Engineering (B, C, D, M)
- Mechanical Engineering (B, D, M)
- Electrical Engineering (B, D, M)
- Civil Engineering (B, D, M)
- Chemical Engineering (B, D, M)
- Materials Engineering (B, D, M)
- Biomedical Engineering (D, M)
- Systems Engineering (M)
- Nuclear Engineering (D)
English Language and Literature
- English (B, D, M)
- Creative Writing (M)
Ethnic Cultural and Gender Studies
- Women's Studies (B, C, D, M)
- Latin American Studies (C)
- African American Studies (B, C)
- Gay and Lesbian Studies (LGBTQ) (C)
Foreign Languages and Literature
Health and Clinical Professions
History
- History (B, D, M)
Interdisciplinary Studies
Liberal Arts and Sciences
Mathematics and Statistics
- Math (B, D, M)
- Statistics (C, D, M)
Natural Resources and Conservation
Philosophy and Religious Studies
- Philosophy (B, D)
- Jewish and Judaic Studies (B, M)
Physical Sciences
- Physics (B, D, M)
- Chemistry (B, D, M)
- Astronomy (B, D, M)
- Meteorology (B, D, M)
- Geology (B, D, M)
Psychology
Public Administration and Social Services
- Public Policy (B, C, D, M)
Recreation and Fitness Studies
- Kinesiology And Exercise Science (B, D, M)
Social Sciences
- Economics (B, D, M)
- Political Science (B, D, M)
- Criminology (B, D, M)
- Sociology (B, D, M)
- Anthropology (B, D, M)
- Urban Studies (M)
- Social Science (C)
- Geography
Visual and Performing Arts
- Fine Arts and Studio Arts (B, M)
- Music (B, D, M)
- Drama and Theatre Arts (B)
- Dance (B, M)
- Theatre Design and Technology (M)
- Art History (B, D, M)
- Fashion Design
Other 4-Year Public Colleges
The list of schools below have been selected by researching which schools offer similar programs to University of Maryland – College Park.
- University of Maryland - University College in Baltimore, MD (0.8 miles away)
- University of the District of Columbia in Washington, DC (7 miles away)
- Bowie State University in Baltimore, MD (10 miles away)
- University of Maryland - Baltimore County in Baltimore, MD (22 miles away)
- George Mason University in Ferrum, VA (22 miles away)
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Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 002103
- Phone: (410) 455-1000
- School Homepage