B+
Very Good
Score: 76/100

University of Maryland-College Park

4-Year Public
📍 College Park, Maryland 20742
🌐 www.umd.edu/
Outcomes
A+
93/100
Affordability
C+
57/100
Resources
B
65/100
Experience
A
86/100
Prestige
B+
76/100

Quick Stats

40,813
Total Enrollment
89%
Graduation Rate
96%
Retention Rate
18.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
45%
Acceptance Rate
$15,833
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near University of Maryland-College Park ▼

4% of students live off-campus (not with family), creating consistent rental demand near campus. That's approximately 1,673 students who need housing.

Avg Home Value
$0
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🏆 Where University of Maryland-College Park Ranks

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

#5
Criminology
of 100 schools
#8
Engineering, General
of 100 schools
#9
Information Science/Studies
of 100 schools
#10
Public Health, Other
of 18 schools
#15
Speech Communication and Rhetoric
of 100 schools
#18
Finance, General
of 100 schools
#18
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other
of 100 schools
#26
Psychology, General
of 100 schools
#27
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
of 100 schools
#29
Computer Science
of 100 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $9,889 $38,690
Room $9,228
Board $6,508
Total Cost (On-Campus) $30,885 $59,686

Financial Aid

65%
Receive Any Aid
16%
Receive Pell Grants
23%
Take Out Loans
$15,833
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$3,603
$30,001 - $48,000$7,327
$48,001 - $75,000$12,237
$75,001 - $110,000$20,855
$110,001+$26,239

Student Demographics

40,813
Total Students
49%
Women
95%
Traditional Age (18-24)
4%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 38%
Hispanic 9%
Black 12%
Asian 20%
Two or More 4%
Non-Resident 12%

🏠 Living Arrangements

On Campus 85%
Off-Campus (Renters) 4%
With Family 11%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~1,673 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 70%
Hybrid (Some Online) 25%
Fully Online 4%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 95%
25-64 (Adult) 5%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at University of Maryland-College Park?
University of Maryland-College Park has an acceptance rate of 45%. This makes it a moderately selective institution with competitive admission standards.
How much does it cost to attend University of Maryland-College Park?
Tuition at University of Maryland-College Park is $9,889 for in-state students and $38,690 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $15,833.
What is the graduation rate at University of Maryland-College Park?
The graduation rate at University of Maryland-College Park is 89%. This is considered an excellent graduation rate, indicating strong student success and support systems.
Is University of Maryland-College Park a good school?
University of Maryland-College Park has a Repit College Score of 76/100 (Grade: B+). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (A+): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (C+): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (B): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (A): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (B+): Reputation and recognition
How many students attend University of Maryland-College Park?
University of Maryland-College Park has a total enrollment of 40,813 students. Most students (95%) are traditional college-age (18-24).
Is there rental demand near University of Maryland-College Park?
Yes! Approximately 4% of students at University of Maryland-College Park live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 1,673 students who need rental housing near campus.

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: September 2026 | Methodology