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University of Maryland-College Park

College Park, Maryland 20742

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Data last updated: May 29, 2026

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Top graduate earnings — known for computer science

University of Maryland-College Park is a public institution in College Park with particular strength in computer science and business. With an average SAT of 1463, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.

A large campus of 30.2K undergraduates with a 18:1 student-faculty ratio. The suburban location offers a balance of campus life and nearby amenities.

89% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $82,860 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $15,590.

Established
1856
Mascot
Testudo the Terrapin
Type
Public land-grant research university
Conference
Atlantic Coast Conference
Division
Division I

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45%Acceptance
1463SAT Avg
30,246Students
18:1Student:Faculty
89%Grad Rate
$82,860Earnings 10yr
$15,590Net Price

Admissions

Acceptance Rate44.8%

SAT Score Ranges

Average: 1463

Reading & WritingMid: 690
670740
MathMid: 730
700780

ACT Score Range

CompositeMid: 32
3235

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.

Cost & Financial Aid

Sticker Price

Tuition (in-state)$11,505
Tuition (out-of-state)$40,306
Room & Board$15,416
Books & Supplies$1,250
Total Cost of Attendance$28,073
Average Net Price$15,590
Median Debt at Graduation$19,000
Monthly Payment (10yr)$201

Net Price by Family Income

$0–30K$3,603
$30–48K$7,327
$48–75K$12,237
$75–110K$20,855
$110K+$26,239

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.

Debt & Aid Detail

Graduate w/ Zero Debt

77.0%

Median Debt at Grad

$17,000

Campus Safety

Total Incidents (2024)

215

Peer Average

240

3-Year Trend

Emergency System

24/7 campus police department, blue-light phone network, emergency mass notification system

Incident Breakdown (2024)

50

Burglary

10

Aggravated Assault

7

Robbery

17

Motor Vehicle Theft

24

Sex Offenses

2

Arson

60

Drug Arrests

45

Liquor Arrests

Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).

Programs (349)

Student Life

Student Satisfaction

Retention Rate

96%

Very Positive

Student Body

Undergrads
30,246
Gender Split
49% / 51%
Women / Men
First Generation
22%
Pell Grant Recipients
19%

Race & Ethnicity

White 40%
Black 13%
Hispanic 11%
Asian 24%
Two+ 5%
Int'l 3%

Outcomes

4-Year Graduation Rate88.6%
Freshman Retention95.7%

Median Earnings After Graduation

6 Years$67,785
10 Years$82,860

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.

Rankings

U.S. News
#42
vs 2024
Forbes
#34
vs 2024
Wall Street Journal
#29
vs 2024
Washington Monthly
#82
vs 2024

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History & Fun Facts

  • Two years later, Charles Benedict Calvert (1808–1864), a future U.
  • Representative (Congressman) and descendant of the first Lord Baltimore, purchased 420 acres (1.
  • Later that year, Calvert founded the school and was the acting president from 1859 to 1860.
  • On October 5, 1859, the first 34 students entered the Maryland Agricultural College.
  • The school became a land grant college in February 1864.

Source: Wikipedia

Location & Lifestyle

Cost of Living

116High

Estimated from MD state average + suburban adjustment

Climate (School Year)

Snowfall: 30"Sunny days: 200Rainy days: 125

Nearest Cities

Washingtonpop. 690K
7 mi(12 min)
Baltimorepop. 570K
27 mi(47 min)
Philadelphiapop. 1.6M
116 mi(201 min)

Getting There

Nearest Airports

BWI Baltimore-Washington20 mi
IAD Washington Dulles28 mi
MDT Harrisburg84 mi

Distance to Cities

Boston, MA386 mi · ~11h 9m drive
New York, NY196 mi · ~5h 40m drive
Hartford, CT296 mi · ~8h 33m drive
Providence, RI351 mi · ~10h 8m drive
Albany, NY303 mi · ~8h 45m drive
Syracuse, NY284 mi · ~8h 12m drive
Rochester, NY290 mi · ~8h 23m drive
Buffalo, NY288 mi · ~8h 19m drive
Philadelphia, PA116 mi · ~3h 21m drive
Pittsburgh, PA191 mi · ~5h 31m drive
Harrisburg, PA89 mi · ~2h 34m drive
Newark, NJ190 mi · ~5h 29m drive
Washington, DC7 mi · ~12 min drive
Baltimore, MD27 mi · ~47 min drive
Atlanta, GA550 mi · ~15h 53m drive
Charlotte, NC337 mi · ~9h 44m drive
Raleigh, NC240 mi · ~6h 56m drive
Miami, FL933 mi · ~26h 57m drive
Orlando, FL765 mi · ~22h 6m drive
Tampa, FL826 mi · ~23h 52m drive
Nashville, TN573 mi · ~16h 33m drive
New Orleans, LA972 mi · ~28h 5m drive
Richmond, VA104 mi · ~3h drive
Chicago, IL596 mi · ~17h 13m drive
Detroit, MI394 mi · ~11h 23m drive
Minneapolis, MN932 mi · ~26h 55m drive
St. Louis, MO713 mi · ~20h 36m drive
Kansas City, MO945 mi · ~27h 18m drive
Indianapolis, IN495 mi · ~14h 18m drive
Columbus, OH330 mi · ~9h 32m drive
Cleveland, OH305 mi · ~8h 49m drive
Milwaukee, WI636 mi · ~18h 22m drive
Dallas, TX1188 mi · ~34h 19m drive
Houston, TX1225 mi · ~35h 23m drive
Austin, TX1323 mi · ~38h 13m drive
San Antonio, TX1392 mi · ~40h 13m drive
Los Angeles, CA2299 mi · ~66h 25m drive
San Francisco, CA2438 mi · ~70h 26m drive
San Diego, CA2275 mi · ~65h 43m drive
Seattle, WA2323 mi · ~67h 7m drive
Portland, OR2349 mi · ~67h 52m drive
Denver, CO1493 mi · ~43h 8m drive
Phoenix, AZ1983 mi · ~57h 17m drive
Salt Lake City, UT1845 mi · ~53h 18m drive
Honolulu, HI4833 mi · ~139h 37m drive
Mid-Atlantic / Central (moderate winters, warm summers)

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