University of Maryland, College Park
School Overview: Acceptance Rate, Tuition, and More
About University of Maryland, College Park
School Type: Public
Religious Affiliation: Not applicable
Status: Non-profit
Military Friendly: Yes
Accreditation: regional
The University of Maryland, College Park is a large public university located on a suburban campus in College Park, Maryland. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 30,608, and admissions are very selective, with an acceptance rate of 45%. The university offers 122 bachelor's degrees, has an average graduation rate of 88%, and a student-faculty ratio of 17:1. Tuition and fees for in-state students are $9,889, while tuition and fees for out-of-state students are $38,690.
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- #2 Ranked in Best Doctorate in Journalism Programs
- #7 Ranked in Best Master's in Geography Programs
Admissions Breakdown
Acceptance Rate
Full-Time Student Retention Rate
Six-Year Graduation Rate of Full-Time, First-Time Students
Application Considerations
Test scoresNot required for admission, but considered if submitted (Test Optional)
High school transcriptRequired
High school rankNot required for admission, but considered if submitted
Letter of recommendationRequired
High school GPANot required for admission, but considered if submitted
Open admissionNo
Completion of college prep programRecommended
Test of English as a foreign language (TOEFL)Required to be considered for admission
Transfer Credit Policy
Dual enrollmentYes
Credit for qualified life experience*Implied no
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 Percentile32-35
SAT 25th-75th Percentile1370-1520
Learning Environment
Student Body Stats
41k
Students enrolled
30%
Online student enrollment
17:1
Student to faculty ratio
Ways Students Can Learn
Demographics
White
30%
Unknown
3%
Black
10%
Hispanic
8%
Two or more races
4%
Non-U.S. Citizen
2%
Asian
18%
American Indian/Alaska Native
0%
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander
0%
Socio-economic diversity
9% 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
4
Total Online Enrollment
12,119
Student Location Breakout
Bar graph visual depicting student location breakout percentages.30% online, 70% on-campus.
Percent of Programs Online
99% On-campus
1% Online
Types of Online Programs Offered
CertificatesNot offered
AssociateNot offered
Bachelor'sNot offered
Graduate CertificateNot offered
Master's4% online
DoctorateNot offered
Student Charges
Tuition and Required Fees
| Student Level | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $9,889 | $38,690 |
| Graduate | $16,560 | $36,100 |
Cost of Undergraduate Attendance
Costs based on full-time, first-time degree- or certificate-seeking undergraduates.
| Costs to Consider | Price |
|---|---|
| Books and supplies | $1,250 |
| On-campus room and board | $15,416 |
| On-campus other expenses | $1,200 |
| Off-campus (not with family) room and board | $15,902 |
| Off-campus (not with family) other expenses | $4,258 |
| Off-campus (with family) other expenses | $4,258 |
Total Undergraduate Cost
| Total cost by category | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| On-campus | $27,755 | $56,556 |
| Off-campus without family | $31,299 | $60,100 |
| Off-campus with family | $15,397 | $44,198 |
Financial Breakdown
Students Receiving Aid
Federal Grant Aid
17%
State Grant Aid
21%
Institution Grant Aid
45%
Pell Grant
9%
Average Aid Awarded
Financial Outlook
$19k
Average student debtafter graduation
$50k
Average salary 6 years after starting school
Varsity Athletic Teams
NCAA Division I-FCS
of the overall student body is a member of an athletic team.
Participation
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Football
- Golf
- Lacrosse
- Soccer
- Track Field Outdoor
- Wrestling
- All Track Combined
- Field Hockey
- Gymnastics
- Softball
- Tennis
- Volleyball
Degrees Awarded by Program
| # | Programs | BA | MA | Doc |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Agricultural/Animal/Plant/Veterinary Science And Related Fields. | |||
| 2 | Architecture And Related Services. | |||
| 3 | Area, Ethnic, Cultural, Gender, And Group Studies. | |||
| 4 | Biological And Biomedical Sciences. | |||
| 5 | Business, Management, Marketing, And Related Support Services. | |||
| 6 | Communication, Journalism, And Related Programs. | |||
| 7 | Computer And Information Sciences And Support Services. | |||
| 8 | Education. | |||
| 9 | Engineering. | |||
| 10 | English Language And Literature/Letters. | |||
| 11 | Family And Consumer Sciences/Human Sciences. | |||
| 12 | Foreign Languages, Literatures, And Linguistics. | |||
| 13 | Health Professions And Related Programs. | |||
| 14 | History. | |||
| 15 | Library Science. | |||
| 16 | Mathematics And Statistics. | |||
| 17 | Military Technologies And Applied Sciences. | |||
| 18 | Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies. | |||
| 19 | Natural Resources And Conservation. | |||
| 20 | Parks, Recreation, Leisure, Fitness, And Kinesiology. | |||
| 21 | Philosophy And Religious Studies. | |||
| 22 | Physical Sciences. | |||
| 23 | Psychology. | |||
| 24 | Public Administration And Social Service Professions. | |||
| 25 | Social Sciences. | |||
| 26 | Visual And Performing Arts. |
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