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University of Maryland-College Park
Explore one of the most distinguished institutions in MD. Your pathway to a brighter future begins here.
Annual Tuition
$11,505
Average Sticker Price
Admission Rate
44.8%
Selectivity Level
Graduation Rate
88.9%
Completion Success
Median Earnings
$82,860
10y Career Outlook
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About Institution
University of Maryland-College Park is a distinguished Public, 4-Year institution located in College Park, MD. With a competitive tuition profile of $11,505, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 88.9% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.
Admissions Intel
SAT Score Range
ACT Score Range
Acceptance Rate
44.8%
What You Need to Apply
Application requirements for University of Maryland-College Park
GPA: 3.9 – 4 (unweighted mid-50%)
1 Essay Required
One essay to share personality and experiences. Activities/awards list also required.
2 Recommendation Letters Required
One counselor + one teacher required
Required Documents
- • Common App or ApplyWeb
- • High school transcript
- • 2 recommendation letters
- • Essay + activities list
- • SAT/ACT (optional)
Key Deadlines
Early Action
November 1, 2026
Regular Decision
January 20, 2027
EA for priority admission and merit scholarships
Financial Aid Priority Deadline
March 1, 2027
File FAFSA by this date to maximize aid eligibility.
Important
Test-optional through Fall 2027. Most competitive admits have A-/B+ averages with AP/IB courses.
Last verified: April 12, 2026. Source: UMD Admissions. Always verify requirements directly with University of Maryland-College Park before applying.
Investment Return
Estimated College ROI Analysis
Total 4-Year Cost
$46,020
Based on sticker tuition
Estimated Payback
0.9 yrs
Time to recoup investment
Annual Earnings Boost
+$52,860
vs. $30k HS diploma baseline
10-Year Net Gain
+$482,580
Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost
20-Year Net Gain
+$1,011,180
Long-term projected return on your education investment
ROI estimates use the BLS national median of $30,000/yr for high school diploma holders as a baseline. Actual results vary based on major, career path, location, and individual circumstances. Median graduate debt at University of Maryland-College Park is $19,000.
Student Community
Gender Balance
Ethnic Diversity
Security Audit
Incidents
0
Burglary
0
Theft
0
Assault
0
Robbery
0
Rape
0
Arson
0
Murder
0
Financial Outlook
Total Sticker Price
$11,505
Estimated cost before aid.
Net Price By Income
Debt & Financial Aid
Repayment measured in 2016–17; this federal measure was discontinued.
Grant Aid (IPEDS 2021)
* Most students receive significant grants and scholarships, reducing the actual cost. Grant data from IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey.
Quick Overview
Faculty Ratio
N/A
Retention
95.7%
Success
88.9%
In-State Cost
$11,505
Age 25+ Students
4.8%
Carnegie Class
R1: Doctoral — Very High Research
Working at 6yr
5,093 students
Local City Insights
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