University of Maryland-College Park
About University of Maryland-College Park
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
UMD is a public flagship research university in College Park, Maryland, near Washington, D.C. It is one of the top public research universities in the country, with strong programs in engineering, business, computer science, and journalism.
Founded
1856
Location
College Park, Maryland
Students
41,352
Institution
Public
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
44.8%
Selective
Graduation Rate
88.6%
Above national average
In-State Tuition
$11,809
Out-of-state: $41,186
Avg Net Price
$15,678
After financial aid
SAT Average
1473
Out of 1600
Median Earnings
$82,860
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Very Selective
44.8 out of 100 applicants get in
How to Apply
Test Policy
Test Optional
Application Fee
$75
Early
Nov 1
Regular
Jan 20
University of Maryland-College Park accepts 44.8% of applicants, with admitted students averaging around 1473 on the SAT. If you're near or above that range, you have a strong chance.
SAT Scores
1473/ 1600
ACT Scores
32/ 36
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Above Average
88.6% complete their degree within six years
Retention
96.2%
4-Year Grad
72%
6-Year Grad
88%
Teaching Quality
18:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
82.6%
$/Student
$20.2K
Class Size
Medium
72% of students graduate on time, and 82.6% of courses are taught by full-time faculty. That personal instruction helps keep students on track.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$11,809
In-State
$41,186
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$15,958
Books & Supplies
$1,250
Total Cost of Attendance
$29,299
After Financial Aid
$15,678
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$2,962
Receive Grants
19.4%
Take Loans
21.5%
The full cost of attendance is about $29,299/yr for in-state students, including $15,958 for room and board. After aid, most pay around $15,678. Out-of-state tuition jumps to $41,186.
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-College Park fund their education.
While in School
19.4%
Get Grants
Free money
21.5%
Take Loans
Must repay
$67,353
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$19,000
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$201/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
Only 21.5% of students take out federal loans, and those who do graduate with a median of $19,000. 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-College Park.
Gender
49.3%
Female
51%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
30,760
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
10,592
Graduates
22.4%
First-Gen
20 yrs
Avg Age
4.8%
Age 25+
The campus has a balanced gender split (49% women, 51% men). 22.4% are first-generation college students.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
Suburb: Large
Campus Quick Facts
30,760
Students
public
Institution
Large
Campus Size
R1 Research
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
No
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
Yes
Evening College
No
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
What Students Say
Pros
- +Minutes from Washington D.C. via Metro
- +Strong CS and engineering programs
- +Terrapin athletics and Big Ten culture
- +Affordable in-state tuition near the capital
Cons
- -College Park area has mixed safety reputation
- -Large university bureaucracy can be frustrating
- -Hot and humid Maryland summers
- -Parking on campus is very limited
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
University of Maryland-College Park fields 14 varsity teams with 605 student athletes, about 2% of the student body.
Division
NCAA
Division I-FBS
Conference
Big Ten
The league its teams compete in
Varsity Sports
14
Biggest: Football
Student Athletes
605
2% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
52% / 48%
316
Men
289
Women
8
Men's Teams
10
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-College Parkearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$82,860
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Computer Science
$100K
873 grads
1yr Earnings
Information Science/Studies
$70K
661 grads
1yr Earnings
Biology, General
$30K
490 grads
1yr Earnings
Psychology, General
$36K
478 grads
1yr Earnings
Public Health
$38K
416 grads
1yr Earnings
Finance and Financial Management Services
$76K
415 grads
1yr Earnings
Graduates start at $68K six years out, climb to $60K by year eight, and reach $83K by year ten. That upward trajectory shows the degree keeps paying off.
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