Good

Score: 65/100

University of Maryland-Baltimore County

4-Year Public

📍 Baltimore, Maryland 21250

🌐 umbc.edu/

Outcomes

82/100

Affordability

C+

57/100

Resources

C+

56/100

Experience

B+

77/100

Prestige

C+

51/100

Quick Stats

14,148

Total Enrollment

71%

Graduation Rate

87%

Retention Rate

18.0:1

Student-Faculty Ratio

74%

Acceptance Rate

$17,704

Avg Net Price

🏠 Housing Market Near University of Maryland-Baltimore County ▼

4% of students live off-campus (not with family), creating consistent rental demand near campus. That's approximately 552 students who need housing.

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🏆 Where University of Maryland-Baltimore County Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

Computer/Information Technology Services Administration and Management, Other

of 25 schools

#10

Foreign Languages and Literatures, General

of 28 schools

#11

Biochemistry and Molecular Biology

of 15 schools

#12

Teaching English as a Second or Foreign Language/ESL Language Instructor

of 47 schools

#16

Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other

of 67 schools

#27

Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other

of 100 schools

#27

Information Science/Studies

of 100 schools

#29

Engineering/Industrial Management

of 85 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category	In-State	Out-of-State
Tuition	$9,238	$26,594
Room	$8,513
Board	$5,690
Total Cost (On-Campus)	$32,170	$49,526

Financial Aid

94%

Receive Any Aid

31%

Receive Pell Grants

32%

Take Out Loans

$17,704

Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income	Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000	$7,048
$30,001 - $48,000	$11,374
$48,001 - $75,000	$18,506
$75,001 - $110,000	$24,763
$110,001+	$27,013

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other 698 grads/yr Computer Science 494 grads/yr Information Science/Studies 476 grads/yr Psychology, General 303 grads/yr Biology/Biological Sciences, General 298 grads/yr Mechanical Engineering 144 grads/yr Economics, General 118 grads/yr Engineering/Industrial Management 95 grads/yr Social Work 84 grads/yr Political Science and Government, General 73 grads/yr Computer/Information Technology Services Administration and Management, Other 66 grads/yr Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other 55 grads/yr Biochemistry and Molecular Biology 54 grads/yr History, General 49 grads/yr Mathematics, General 49 grads/yr Sociology, General 49 grads/yr Chemical Engineering 46 grads/yr Education, General 45 grads/yr Foreign Languages and Literatures, General 43 grads/yr Teaching English as a Second or Foreign Language/ESL Language Instructor 43 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from University of Maryland-Baltimore County's top programs commonly pursue.

Computer and information systems managers

$171k/yr 667,100 jobs

Computer and information research scientists

$141k/yr 40,300 jobs

Database architects

$136k/yr 66,900 jobs

Software developers

$133k/yr 1,693,800 jobs

Information security analysts

$125k/yr 182,800 jobs

Data scientists

$113k/yr 245,900 jobs

Computer occupations, all other

$109k/yr 472,000 jobs

Software quality assurance analysts and testers

$103k/yr 201,700 jobs

Student Demographics

14,148

Total Students

46%

Women

88%

Traditional Age (18-24)

Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 28%

Hispanic 8%

Black 20%

Asian 19%

Two or More 5%

Non-Resident 18%

🏠 Living Arrangements

On Campus 48%

Off-Campus (Renters) 4%

With Family 48%

🏘️ Rental Demand: ~552 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 34%

Hybrid (Some Online) 62%

Fully Online 5%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 88%

25-64 (Adult) 10%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at University of Maryland-Baltimore County?

University of Maryland-Baltimore County has an acceptance rate of 74%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.

How much does it cost to attend University of Maryland-Baltimore County?

Tuition at University of Maryland-Baltimore County is $9,238 for in-state students and $26,594 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $17,704.

What is the graduation rate at University of Maryland-Baltimore County?

The graduation rate at University of Maryland-Baltimore County is 71%. This is a solid graduation rate, showing that most students who enroll successfully complete their degrees.

Is University of Maryland-Baltimore County a good school?

University of Maryland-Baltimore County has a Repit College Score of 65/100 (Grade: B). Our rating evaluates five key factors:

Outcomes (A): Graduation and retention rates
Affordability (C+): Net cost and financial aid access
Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
Experience (B+): Campus life and learning format
Prestige (C+): Reputation and recognition

How many students attend University of Maryland-Baltimore County?

University of Maryland-Baltimore County has a total enrollment of 14,148 students. Most students (88%) are traditional college-age (18-24).

Is there rental demand near University of Maryland-Baltimore County?

Yes! Approximately 4% of students at University of Maryland-Baltimore County live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 552 students who need rental housing near campus.

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