Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 002106
- Phone: (410) 669-9200
- School Homepage
Admissions Office
Financial Aid Office
ACCEPTANCE RATE
64.67%FINANCIAL AID RATE
92%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
12:1DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE
2FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$15,690Average 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
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University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES)
1300 Mount Royal Avenue, Baltimore, MD
UMES is a public historically black institution located in Princess Anne, MD. A majority of historically black colleges and universities (also known as HBCUs) were established after the civil war to provide newly freed African Americans with educational opportunities. As a land grant institution this school is among larger public institutions in the state of Maryland. UMES has a yearly student enrollment of approximately four thousand.
A list of some of the more popular programs offered are:
- Security And Protective Services
- Health And Clinical Professions
- Social Sciences
- English Language And Literature
The admissions process starts with the submission of an application, student records, and standardized test scores, which are then reviewed by the admissions committee. A SAT or ACT exam is required prior to applying, with scores within the range of 1160 to 1410 on the SAT and in a range of 16 to 19 for the ACT exam is typical among students admitted to this school. University of Maryland Eastern Shore admits approximately 50% of applicants. Of those admitted, around 36% registered for enrollment. More information regarding admissions can be found here.
Tuition & fees at University of Maryland Eastern Shore vary for in-state and nonresidents. In-state tuition costs around $7,100 per year and out-of-state tuition costing $16,000 per year. On-campus housing is available for students, which costs around $4,600 each year. Some students at UMES may be eligible for financial aid, which is typically offered as grants or student loans.
Athletic programs are available at University of Maryland Eastern Shore through the NCAA, allowing students to participate in intercollegiate sports. Athletic programs that are available include:
- Baseball (NCAA Division I-AAA)
- Basketball (NCAA Division I-AAA)
- Track & Field (NCAA Division I-AAA)
- Golf (NCAA Division I-AAA)
Students can visit the University of Maryland Eastern Shore website to see a complete list of programs offered, student services, and more that is available at this school.
Admission Requirements & Details
The information regarding admissions below may provide a better idea of the candidates University of Maryland Eastern Shore accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP college credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- AP Course Credits
Student Enrollment
The total student enrollment at University of Maryland Eastern Shore is about 3,200, with undergraduate students making up about 81% of the total student population and graduate students making up the rest.
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The average "out of pocket" cost of attendance, after any grants and scholarships are considered, is around $16,600. To calculate a more personalized cost visit the net price calculator. There is also a $35 application fee for students applying to the school. The figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition, fees, and expenses.
Tuition & Fees Information
- Tuition estimates per year:
- In-State: $5,400-$6,500
- Out-of-State: $16,000-$18,990
- Part-time students are charged:
- State Residents: $220-$270 per credit unit
- Nonresidents: $580-$700 per credit unit
Financial Aid Details
The table listed below helps break down the types of financial aid students receive and the percent receiving aid, as well as the average amount of aid per student per year.
Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
---|---|---|
Any Financial Aid | 92% | - |
Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 80% | $7,932 |
Receiving Student Loans | 70% | $6,463 |
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To support students and graduates, University of Maryland Eastern Shore may provide services to students including:- Distance learning
- Classes offered on nights and weekends
- Remedial instructional courses
- Counseling assistance
- Employing students to lower education costs
- Assistance to find work
- Child care
Specialized Programs & Accreditations
- Dietetics Program
- Pharmacy (Pharm. D.) Program
- Elementary and Secondary School Teacher Education Program
Intercollegiate Athletics
University of Maryland Eastern Shore is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports belonging to the NCAA Division I without football classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Baseball (Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference)
- Basketball (Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference)
- Track and Field (Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference)
- Golf
- Softball
- Tennis
- Volleyball
- Bowling
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 Eastern Shore 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
- Agriculture (B)
- Food Science (D, M)
Biological and Biomedical Sciences
- Biology (B)
- Marine Biology (D, M)
- Biochemistry (B)
- Toxicology (D, M)
Business and Marketing Studies
Education
Engineering
- Engineering (B)
English Language and Literature
- English (B)
Ethnic Cultural and Gender Studies
Health and Clinical Professions
History
- History (B)
Mathematics and Statistics
- Math (B)
Physical Sciences
- Chemistry (B)
Psychology
- Psychology (B)
Recreation and Fitness Studies
Social Sciences
- Sociology (B)
- Criminology (M)
Transportation and Materials Moving
- Aviation (B)
Visual and Performing Arts
Other 4-Year Public Colleges
The list of schools below have been selected by researching which schools offer similar programs to University of Maryland Eastern Shore.
- St Mary's College of Maryland in Salisbury, MD (40 miles away)
- Christopher Newport University in Lynchburg, VA (91 miles away)
- The Richard Stockton College of New Jersey in Hoboken, NJ (106 miles away)
- Virginia State University in Lynchburg, VA (116 miles away)
- Pennsylvania State University - Brandywine in Middletown, PA (119 miles away)
See a list of all the colleges and universities by clicking on one of the links below:
- Get a list of all the colleges in Maryland
- Review a list of Maryland state universities
Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 002106
- Phone: (410) 669-9200
- School Homepage