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University of Maryland-Baltimore County

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Baltimore, MD

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University of Maryland-Baltimore County is a public large school in Baltimore, MD, enrolling about 10,701 undergraduates. Admissions are not highly selective, admitting a majority of applicants here -- roughly 72% of applicants get in. Among reported majors, Computer Engineering shows the strongest outcomes -- $113,299/year in median earnings four years after graduation. Most students arrange their own housing since on-campus living isn't required.

Admissions

Admit rate72%
SAT range1240–1420
ACT range25–31
Undergrads10,701
Yield (admits who enroll)23%
Next deadlineNov 1, 2026 (EA)

Cost & outcomes

Cost of attendance$28,576
4-year grad rate70%
Median earnings, 10yr out$69,960

From the US Dept of Education College Scorecard, most recent year reported. Not every school reports every field.

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How University of Maryland-Baltimore County weighs your application

From University of Maryland-Baltimore County's own Common Data Set, 2024-25, Section C7 -- not a generic admissions checklist. What is a Common Data Set?

Academic factors
Rigor of secondary school recordVery important
Class rankImportant
Academic GPAVery important
Standardized test scoresConsidered
Application essayVery important
RecommendationsConsidered
Nonacademic factors
InterviewNot considered
Extracurricular activitiesConsidered
Talent/abilityImportant
Character/personal qualitiesConsidered
First generationConsidered
Alumni relation (legacy)Not considered
Geographical residenceNot considered
State residencyNot considered
Religious affiliationNot considered
Volunteer workConsidered
Work experienceConsidered
Level of interest (demonstrated interest)Not considered
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Paying it back

Undergrads taking federal loans28%
Loan balance still growing, 3yrs out67%

"Still growing" means a borrower's payments aren't yet covering interest 3 years into repayment -- not a default rate. A high number here can mean real repayment difficulty, or just a lot of grads who deferred for graduate school, so read it alongside the school's typical outcomes above.

Majors & earnings

Biological and Biomedical Sciences
Biochemistry, Biophysics and Molecular Biology$75,493/yr
Biology, General$69,724/yr
Communication, Journalism, and Related Programs
Communication and Media Studies$60,957/yr
Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services
Computer Science$105,706/yr
Information Science/Studies$95,435/yr
Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management$74,808/yr
Engineering
Computer Engineering$113,299/yr
Mechanical Engineering$95,078/yr
Chemical Engineering$91,547/yr
English Language and Literature/Letters
English Language and Literature, General$57,547/yr
Health Professions and Related Programs
Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other$68,823/yr
History
History$56,394/yr
Mathematics and Statistics
Mathematics$88,967/yr
Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies
International/Globalization Studies$50,400/yr
Natural Resources and Conservation
Natural Resources Conservation and Research$55,336/yr
Psychology
Psychology, General$54,039/yr
Public Administration and Social Service Professions
Social Work$58,412/yr
Social Sciences
Economics$79,729/yr
Political Science and Government$64,756/yr
Sociology$51,421/yr
Visual and Performing Arts
Design and Applied Arts$53,363/yr
Music$42,289/yr
Fine and Studio Arts$35,125/yr
Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft$34,778/yr

Median earnings 4 years after graduation, by major, from the US Dept of Education. Only shown where the school reports a real figure for that major -- most schools don't report every major they offer, especially smaller programs.

Campus life

On-campus housingYes
Required to live on campusNo
Dormitory capacity3,871
Typical room charge$7,750
Typical board charge$5,252

Room and board are shown separately from the cost of attendance above -- that total already includes them alongside tuition and fees, this just breaks out the living-cost portion.

What matters in your application

GPARequired
Class rankConsidered, not required
RecommendationsRequired

From this school's own reporting to the US Dept of Education on what it formally requires, considers, or doesn't use when reviewing applications.

Frequently asked questions

What does University of Maryland-Baltimore County look for in applicants?

Per University of Maryland-Baltimore County's own Common Data Set (Section C7), it rates rigor of secondary school record, academic GPA, application essay as "very important" in admissions decisions -- its own stated top factors, not a generic guess.

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

University of Maryland-Baltimore County in Baltimore, MD admits approximately 72% of applicants, based on the US Dept of Education's most recently reported figures.

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

Admitted students at University of Maryland-Baltimore County typically score between 1240–1420 on the SAT (25th–75th percentile).

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

Admitted students at University of Maryland-Baltimore County typically score between 25–31 on the ACT (25th–75th percentile).

How much does University of Maryland-Baltimore County cost?

University of Maryland-Baltimore County's total cost of attendance is reported at $28,576 per year, including tuition, fees, and room and board.

When is the application deadline for University of Maryland-Baltimore County?

University of Maryland-Baltimore County's earliest deadline is Nov 1, 2026 (EA), per its own published admissions calendar.

Does University of Maryland-Baltimore County require students to live on campus?

No -- University of Maryland-Baltimore County doesn't require students to live in on-campus housing.

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