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University of Maryland-Baltimore County

Baltimore, MD · Public · Large suburb · Website

University of Maryland-Baltimore County campus
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Admission rate
72%
Accessible
Average net price
$25,203
per year, after aid
Graduation rate
68%
Median earnings
$74,881
10 years after enrolling

Summary

University of Maryland-Baltimore County is a public college in Baltimore, MD with 10,701 undergraduates. It admits 72% of applicants, and admitted students average 1323 on the SAT. The average net price after aid is $25,203 per year ($21,797 for families earning under $30,000). 68% of students graduate, and graduates earn a median of $74,881 ten years after enrolling.

public college

Admissions

Admission rate
72%
Fall 2024
Testing policy
Test optional
Fall 2024
Applicants
13,150
Fall 2023
Admitted
9,762
Fall 2023
Yield
20%
of admitted students enrolled

Middle 50% of admitted students (Fall 2024). A quarter scored below the band and a quarter above.

SAT Reading & Writing630–700
200800
SAT Math610–720
200800
ACT Composite25–31
136

What University of Maryland-Baltimore County looks at

As reported by the college to IPEDS (Fall 2023).

  • High school recordRequired
  • High school GPARequired
  • College-prep courseworkRequired
  • Class rankConsidered
  • Essay or personal statementRequired
  • RecommendationsRequired
  • Demonstrated competenciesNot considered
  • Legacy statusNot considered
  • Work experienceConsidered
  • English proficiency testRequired

Cost

Cost of attendance
$29,390
sticker price, per year
In-state tuition
$13,679
Out-of-state tuition
$32,735

Net price by family income

Average yearly cost after grants and scholarships for students receiving federal aid.

  • $0–30k$21,797
  • $30–48k$21,831
  • $48–75k$23,232
  • $75–110k$26,911
  • $110k+$29,330

Get a personal estimate with University of Maryland-Baltimore County's net price calculator

Outcomes

Graduation rate
68%
Freshman retention
85%
Median earnings
$74,881
10 yrs after enrolling
Median debt
$18,500
at graduation

Students

Undergraduates
10,701
Student–faculty ratio
17:1
Receive Pell grants
33%
  • White28%
  • Hispanic10%
  • Black25%
  • Asian24%

University of Maryland-Baltimore County FAQ

What is University of Maryland-Baltimore County's acceptance rate?+

University of Maryland-Baltimore County admits 72% of applicants, which makes it accessible.

What SAT score do you need for University of Maryland-Baltimore County?+

The middle 50% of admitted students scored 630–700 on SAT Reading and Writing and 610–720 on SAT Math; the average total is 1323.

What ACT score do you need for University of Maryland-Baltimore County?+

The middle 50% ACT composite range for admitted students is 25–31.

Is University of Maryland-Baltimore County test optional?+

Test optional (considered if submitted).

How many students apply to University of Maryland-Baltimore County?+

In Fall 2023, 13,150 students applied to University of Maryland-Baltimore County and 9,762 were admitted; 1,977 enrolled.

Does University of Maryland-Baltimore County consider legacy status?+

No. University of Maryland-Baltimore County reported that legacy status is not considered in admissions (Fall 2023).

Does University of Maryland-Baltimore County require an essay?+

University of Maryland-Baltimore County reported that an essay or personal statement is required for admission (Fall 2023).

How much does University of Maryland-Baltimore County cost?+

The sticker cost of attendance is $29,390 per year, but the average net price after grants and scholarships is $25,203.

What is University of Maryland-Baltimore County's graduation rate?+

68% of full-time students graduate within 150% of normal time.

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