University of Maryland, College Park
College Park, MD. Admissions numbers, deadlines, cost and your chances of getting in, by round.
| Location | College Park, MD · Large suburb |
|---|---|
| Type | Public |
| Undergraduates | 30,760 |
| Acceptance rate | 45% |
| SAT (middle 50%, reported) | 1360–1520 · 53% submit |
| ACT (middle 50%) | 30–34 |
| Testing policy | Required |
| Graduation rate | 89% |
| First-year retention | 95% |
| Student–faculty ratio | 18:1 |
| Cost of attendance | $29,299 in-state · $58,676 out-of-state |
| Application fee | $80 |
Application deadlines (2026–27)
- Early Action: Nov 1, 2026
- Regular Decision: Jan 20, 2027
Most popular majors: Computer science, Social sciences, Engineering, Business, Biology.
Maryland campus map
On campus
Grounds Complex, JH Kehoe Track & Ludwig Field, Eppley Recreation Center, XFINITY Center, Hornbake Library, Michelle Smith Performing Arts Library, Robert E. Taylor Stadium, STEM Library, Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center, Architecture Library.
Around campus
- Places to eat: Subway, Jumbo Jumbo Cafe, Taco Bell, Peter Chang Kitchen & Bar, Papa John's, Ledo Restaurant
- Coffee: Casey's Coffee, Class 520, Möge Tee, Rita's Italian Ice
- Nightlife: Looney's Pub, The Lobby Bar, Terrapin's Turf, Denizens Brewing Company Riverdale Park
- Shops: Stripe 3 Addidas, Big Planet Comics, CDepot
- Museums and culture: National Archives II, Prince George's Plaza Community Center
- Groceries: One Stop Shop, Lidl
- Parks: Northgate Urban Park, Ritchie Coliseum, Acredale Park, Lakeland Park, Calvert Hills Playground & Athletic Field, Lane Manor Park
Nearest train: College Park.