University of Maryland Global
School Overview: Acceptance Rate, Tuition, and More
About University of Maryland Global
School Type: Public
Religious Affiliation: Not applicable
Status: Non-profit
Military Friendly: Yes
Accreditation: regional
The University of Maryland Global is a large public university located on a suburban campus in Adelphi, Maryland. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 50,793, and admissions are selective. The university offers 34 bachelor's degrees, has an average graduation rate of 30%, and a student-faculty ratio of 20:1. Tuition and fees for in-state students are $7,632, while tuition and fees for out-of-state students are $11,976.
Rankings
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- #6 Ranked in Best Online Undergraduate Degree in Legal Studies 2024
- #7 Ranked in Best Online Military-Friendly Colleges
- #7 Ranked in Best Online Military-Friendly Colleges
- #9 Ranked in Best Online Finance Programs of 2022
Admissions Breakdown
Full-Time Student Retention Rate
Six-Year Graduation Rate of Full-Time, First-Time Students
Application Considerations
Test scores--
High school transcript--
High school rank--
Letter of recommendation--
High school GPA--
Open admissionYes
Completion of college prep program--
Test of English as a foreign language (TOEFL)--
Transfer Credit Policy
Dual enrollmentYes
Credit for qualified life experience*Yes
Advance placement (AP) creditsYes
*This can include previous jobs, trainings, licenses/credentials, or seminars. You may need to complete an exam or provide a portfolio to earn credit.
SAT & ACT
ACT 25th-75th Percentile-
SAT 25th-75th Percentile-
Learning Environment
Student Body Stats
61k
Students enrolled
95%
Online student enrollment
20:1
Student to faculty ratio
Ways Students Can Learn
Demographics
White
33%
Unknown
11%
Black
27%
Hispanic
16%
Two or more races
5%
Non-U.S. Citizen
2%
Asian
5%
American Indian/Alaska Native
0%
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander
1%
Socio-economic diversity
42% of students received an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.
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Online Programs
Offers Online Programs
Yes
Online Programs
88
Total Online Enrollment
57,206
Student Location Breakout
Bar graph visual depicting student location breakout percentages.95% online, 5% on-campus.
Percent of Programs Online
0% On-campus
100% Online
Types of Online Programs Offered
Certificates100% online
Associate100% online
Bachelor's100% online
Graduate Certificate100% online
Master's100% online
Doctorate100% online
Student Charges
Tuition and Required Fees
| Student Level | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $7,632 | $11,976 |
| Graduate | $9,432 | $11,862 |
Cost of Undergraduate Attendance
Costs based on full-time, first-time degree- or certificate-seeking undergraduates.
| Costs to Consider | Price |
|---|---|
| Books and supplies | $0 |
| On-campus room and board | $undefined |
| On-campus other expenses | $undefined |
| Off-campus (not with family) room and board | $13,324 |
| Off-campus (not with family) other expenses | $10,080 |
| Off-campus (with family) other expenses | $10,080 |
Total Undergraduate Cost
| Total cost by category | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| On-campus | $27,990 | $11,976 |
| Off-campus without family | $31,036 | $35,380 |
| Off-campus with family | $17,712 | $22,056 |
Financial Breakdown
Students Receiving Aid
Federal Grant Aid
43%
State Grant Aid
14%
Institution Grant Aid
16%
Pell Grant
42%
Average Aid Awarded
Financial Outlook
$21k
Average student debtafter graduation
$48k
Average salary 6 years after starting school
Varsity Athletic Teams
No information available for this school.
Degrees Awarded by Program
| # | Programs | BA | MA | Doc |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Area, Ethnic, Cultural, Gender, And Group Studies. | |||
| 2 | Biological And Biomedical Sciences. | |||
| 3 | Business, Management, Marketing, And Related Support Services. | |||
| 4 | Communication, Journalism, And Related Programs. | |||
| 5 | Communications Technologies/Technicians And Support Services. | |||
| 6 | Computer And Information Sciences And Support Services. | |||
| 7 | Education. | |||
| 8 | English Language And Literature/Letters. | |||
| 9 | Health Professions And Related Programs. | |||
| 10 | History. | |||
| 11 | Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting And Related Protective Services. | |||
| 12 | Legal Professions And Studies. | |||
| 13 | Liberal Arts And Sciences, General Studies And Humanities. | |||
| 14 | Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies. | |||
| 15 | Natural Resources And Conservation. | |||
| 16 | Psychology. | |||
| 17 | Public Administration And Social Service Professions. | |||
| 18 | Social Sciences. |
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