The University of Maryland, College Park, founded in 1859, is a public institution. It is among the nation's most distinguished public research universities, attracting top students and renowned faculty from around the world. Maryland takes the lead in teaching undergraduates, providing more than 100 innovative and challenging academic programs, many nationally recognized for their exceptional quality. Opportunities for research, internships, leadership, recreation and creativity abound with its suburban location. Close-knit residence communities, distinctive programs for academically talented students and a proud multicultural community make Maryland the university to choose for an outstanding education. Its 1,212-acre campus is located in College Park, nine miles from downtown Washington, DC.

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collegeType
Public
studentType
Coed
30,922
Undergraduates
15,709
Men - 50.8%
15,214
Women - 49.2%
10,350
Graduate Students
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Entrance Difficulty
Not reported
Overall Admission Rate
Not reported
Early Action Offered
Yes
Regular Admission Deadline
January 20
Qualifications of Enrolled Freshmen
Average GPA
Not reported
SAT Math
680-780 range of middle 50%
SAT EBRW
650-730 range of middle 50%
ACT Composite
30-34 range of middle 50%
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Cost of Attendance
In-state: $28,135
Out-of-state: $55,818
Tuition and Fees
In-state: $10,955
Out-of-state: $38,638
Room and Board
$13,408
Average Percent of Need Met
63%
Average Freshman Award
$13,610
Average Indebtedness of 2018 Graduates
$30,983
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Academic Calendar System
Semester
General Education/Core Curriculum
Required for most or all students
Full-Time Faculty Teaching Undergraduates
Not reported
Regular Class Size (Students)
2-9
11%
10-19
34%
20-29
21%
30-39
12%
40-49
6%
50-99
10%
Over 100
7%
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College Park Population
31,274
Nearest Metropolitan Area
Baltimore and Washington, DC
Freshman Housing Guarantee
College offers housing to students
Students in College Housing
37% of all students
Athletic Conferences
NCAA Division I
Mascot
Terrapins (Diamondback Turtle); Terps
Sororities
17% of women participate
Fraternities
11% of men participate
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International Students
Not reported
First-Year Students Returning
95.5%
Students Graduating Within 4 Years
72.6%
Graduates Offered Full-Time Employment Within 6 Months
44%
Graduates Pursuing Advanced Study Directly
17.0%
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