47%
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| Accepted | 15,760 |
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| Declined | + 17,701 |
| Total Received | 33,461 |
| SAT | 5814 |
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| ACT | 1746 |
| Name | Location |
|---|---|
| Johns Hopkins University | Baltimore, MD |
| Towson University | Towson, MD |
| University of Maryland — Baltimore County | Baltimore, MD |
| New York University | New York, NY |
| The George Washington University | Washington, DC |
| Duke University | Durham, NC |
| Stevenson University | Stevenson, MD |
| University of Delaware | Newark, DE |
| Princeton University | Princeton, NJ |
| Washington College | Chestertown, MD |
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University of Maryland--College Park, founded in 1856, is a public land-grant institution, and the flagship campus of the University System of Maryland. Its 1,315-acre campus is located in College Park, nine miles from downtown Washington, DC.
| Public/private | Public |
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| Campus Enrollment | 41,200 |
| Established in | 1856 |
| Coeducational | Coeducational College, Became Coeducational College |
| Accredited by |
• AACSB (Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business) • AAMFT (American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy) • ABET (Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology, Inc.) • ACEJMC (Accrediting Council on Education in Journalism and Mass Communication) • ALA (American Library Association) • APA (American Psychological Association) • ASHA (American Speech-Language-Hearing Association) • ASLA (American Society of Landscape Architects) • AVMA (American Veterinary Medical Association) • CAEP (Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation) • CEPH (Council on Education for Public Health) • MSCHE (Middle States Commission on Higher Education) • NAAB (National Architectural Accrediting Board) • NASD (National Association of Schools of Dance) • NASM (National Association of Schools of Music) • NASPAA (National Association of Schools of Public Affairs and Administration) • PAB (Planning Accreditation Board) |
1,315-acre campus in College Park (population: 32,303), nine miles from downtown Washington, DC, plus 2,438-acre agricultural extension; extensive programs at the University System campus at Shady Grove in Rockville. Served by train; major airport and bus serve Washington, DC; other airport serves Baltimore (25 miles). School operates transportation around College Park, Greenbelt, and Silver Spring, and other locations. Public transportation serves campus.
University of Maryland, College Park
College Park, MD 20742-5025
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| Application fee | $75 |
|---|---|
| Common application accepted | no |
| Application deadline |
November 1 (priority deadline) January 20 |
| School has early decision program | no |
| School has early action program | yes |
| Early action program application deadline | November 1 |
| Admissions interview (required or recommended) |
Neither |
| SAT/ACT requirements |
SAT Subject Tests Not used SAT or ACT Required |
47%
acceptance rate
| Accepted | 15,760 |
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| Declined | + 17,701 |
| Total Received | 33,461 |
Secondary school record
Standardized test scores
Class rank
Essay
Particular talent/ability
Recommendations
State residency
Alumni/ae relationship
Character/ personal qualities
Extracurricular activities
Geographical residence
Minority affiliation
Volunteer Work
Work Experience
Interview
Religious affiliation/commitment
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Shannon R. Gundy
Director, Office of Undergraduate Admissions
P: 800 422-5867
F: 301 314-9693
applymaryland@umd.edu
60%
$12,311
| Tuition | $10,595 |
| Room | $6,123 |
| Board | $4,644 |
| Books & supplies | $1,250 |
| Total | $22,612 |
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| Average Financial Aid | - $12,311 |
| Total with Avg. Aid | $10,301 |
Need-based
| Federal | $27,894,840 |
| State | $17,462,025 |
| Institutional | $37,546,201 |
| Other external | $3,476,708 |
| Total | $86,379,774 |
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Non-need-based
| Federal | $215,633 |
| State | $1,260,159 |
| Institutional | $27,021,789 |
| Other external | $7,004,517 |
| Total | $35,502,098 |
|---|
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FAFSA
P: 888 313-2404
F: 301 405-9265
umfinaid@umd.edu
Dawit Lemma
Director of Financial Aid
umfinaid@osfa.umd.edu
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Badminton, Ballroom Dancing, Barbell, Basketball, Boxing, Climbing, Crew, Cycling, Dodgeball, Equestrian Sports, Fencing, Field Hockey, Figure Skating, Fishing, Gymnastics, Ice Hockey, Lacrosse, Martial Arts, Paintball, Racquetball, Rugby, Running, Sailing, Soccer, Softball, Squash, Swimming, Table Tennis, Tennis, Triathlon, Ultimate Frisbee, Volleyball, Water Polo
Basketball, Flag Football, Racquetball, Soccer, Softball, Table Tennis, Volleyball, Wiffle Ball
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Damon Evans (men's)
Athletic Director
email
Sue Sherburne (women's)
Swa/senior Associate Athletic Director-Academics And Student Development
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56%
Transfer applicants accepted
64%
Applicants accepted who enroll
| Minimum requirements | College GPA: 3.00 |
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| High school transcript | Required of Some |
| College transcript(s) | Required of All |
| Statement of good standing from prior institution(s) | Required of All |
| Interview | Not Required/Recommended |
| Standardized test scores | Required of Some |
| Essay or personal statement | Required of All |
Maximum transfered
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| Number of foreign countries represented by degree-seeking undergraduate non-resident aliens | 79 |
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| Countries most often represented |
China India Malaysia South Korea Taiwan Vietnam |
| Special services offered for international applicants |
ESL program/classes English lab International student center Other Special counselors/advisors Special orientation |
Susan Ellis Dougherty
Director, Office of International Services
301 314-7740
internationalservices@umd.edu
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