University of Maryland-Baltimore County
About University of Maryland-Baltimore County
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
UMBC is a public research university in Baltimore County, Maryland. It is known for its strong STEM programs, particularly computer science and engineering, and for consistently producing top scholars in the sciences.
Founded
1966
Location
Baltimore, Maryland
Students
13,840
Institution
Public
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
72.4%
Moderately selective
Graduation Rate
70%
Near national average
In-State Tuition
$13,256
Out-of-state: $31,275
Avg Net Price
$16,467
After financial aid
SAT Average
1323
Out of 1600
Median Earnings
$69,960
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Selective
72.4 out of 100 applicants get in
How to Apply
Test Policy
Test Optional
Application Fee
$75
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
University of Maryland-Baltimore County accepts 72.4% of applicants and doesn't require standardized tests. Focus on your grades and personal statement, and you have a solid chance.
SAT Scores
1323/ 1600
ACT Scores
28/ 36
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Above Average
70% complete their degree within six years
Retention
85.1%
4-Year Grad
45%
6-Year Grad
70%
Teaching Quality
18:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
66.5%
$/Student
$14.5K
Class Size
Medium
While 45% finish in 4 years, 85.1% of freshmen do return for sophomore year. Many students here may take a bit longer, but they stick with it.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$13,256
In-State
$31,275
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$15,146
Books & Supplies
$1,600
Total Cost of Attendance
$28,576
After Financial Aid
$16,467
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$5,087
Receive Grants
30%
Take Loans
28.3%
The full cost of attendance is about $28,576/yr for in-state students, including $15,146 for room and board. After aid, most pay around $16,467. Out-of-state tuition jumps to $31,275.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at University of Maryland-Baltimore County fund their education.
While in School
30%
Get Grants
Free money
28.3%
Take Loans
Must repay
$46,405
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$19,500
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$207/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
Only 28.3% of students take out federal loans, and those who do graduate with a median of $19,500. Many students here manage to minimize borrowing.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends University of Maryland-Baltimore County.
Gender
45.6%
Female
54%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
10,701
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
3,139
Graduates
27.4%
First-Gen
22 yrs
Avg Age
10.3%
Age 25+
The campus has a balanced gender split (46% women, 54% men). 27.4% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
Suburb: Large
Campus Quick Facts
10,701
Students
public
Institution
Medium
Campus Size
R1 Research
Classification
What This College Offers
4-1-4 calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
No
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
Yes
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
University of Maryland-Baltimore County fields 8 varsity teams with 491 student athletes, about 5% of the student body.
Division
NCAA
Division I without football
Conference
America East
The league its teams compete in
Varsity Sports
8
Biggest: Track & Cross Country
Student Athletes
491
5% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
55% / 45%
269
Men
222
Women
6
Men's Teams
7
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of University of Maryland-Baltimore Countyearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$69,960
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Psychology, General
$36K
332 grads
1yr Earnings
Computer Science
$84K
330 grads
1yr Earnings
Biology, General
$33K
318 grads
1yr Earnings
Information Science/Studies
$63K
226 grads
1yr Earnings
Mechanical Engineering
$72K
111 grads
1yr Earnings
Economics
$55K
103 grads
1yr Earnings
Earnings grow steadily here: $55K at six years, $52K at eight, and $70K by ten. Well above average at every stage.
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