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University of Maryland-Baltimore County

UMBC

Baltimore, Maryland 21250

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Strong graduate outcomes — known for computer science

University of Maryland-Baltimore County is a public institution in Baltimore with particular strength in computer science and biology. With an average SAT of 1299, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.

A large campus of 10.4K undergraduates with a 18:1 student-faculty ratio. The suburban location offers a balance of campus life and nearby amenities.

71% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $69,960 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $18,328.

Established
1966
Motto
An Honors University in Maryland
Mascot
True Grit the Retriever
Type
Public research university
Conference
Division I level of the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)
Division
Division II
74%Acceptance
1299SAT Avg
10,434Students
18:1Student:Faculty
71%Grad Rate
$69,960Earnings 10yr
$18,328Net Price

Admissions

Acceptance Rate74.2%

SAT Score Ranges

Average: 1299

Reading & WritingMid: 655
610700
MathMid: 660
610710

ACT Score Range

CompositeMid: 28
2330

Cost & Financial Aid

Sticker Price

Tuition (in-state)$12,952
Tuition (out-of-state)$30,308
Room & Board$14,204
Books & Supplies$1,600
Total Cost of Attendance$27,935
Average Net Price$18,328
Median Debt at Graduation$19,500
Monthly Payment (10yr)$207

Net Price by Family Income

$0–30K$7,048
$30–48K$11,374
$48–75K$18,506
$75–110K$24,763
$110K+$27,013

Programs (153)

Student Body

Undergrads
10,434
Gender Split
46% / 54%
Women / Men
First Generation
27%
Pell Grant Recipients
30%

Race & Ethnicity

White 31%
Black 24%
Hispanic 9%
Asian 24%
Two+ 6%
Int'l 5%

Outcomes

4-Year Graduation Rate70.5%
Freshman Retention87.1%

Median Earnings After Graduation

6 Years$55,137
8 Years$63,658
10 Years$69,960

10-Year Earnings by Gender

Women
$53,600
Men
$65,200

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