About University of Maryland-University College

Founded in 1947, University of Maryland-University College. is a college. Located in Maryland, which is a city setting in Maryland, the campus itself is Suburban. The campus is home to 44,219 full time undergraduate students, and 13,310 full time graduate students.

The University of Maryland-University College Academic calendar runs on a Semester basis. In the school year the student to faculty ratio was 20:1. There are 198 full time instructional teachers. Degrees awarded at University of Maryland-University College include: Bachelor's Degree, Masters Degree, Post-master's certificate, Doctor's degree.

Quick Facts

Acceptance Rate100%
Application Deadline
Application Fee50
SAT Range
ACT Range

Admissions at PERMANENTLY CLOSED are considered , with ,22% of all applicants being admitted.

In the school year, of the students who applied to the school, only of those who were admitted eventually ended up enrolling.

0% of incoming freshmen are in the top half of their high school class. 0% were in the top quarter, and 0% were in the top tenth. You can apply online.

STUDENT LIFE Reviews

We asked, and students answered these important questions about student life at University of Maryland-University College.

19%
“We”re apathetic”
43%
“We know about current events and vote”
32%
“We participate and encourage others to get involved”
5%
“There”s nothing we won”t protest”
41%
“We save it for the classroom”
14%
“Sometimes, but not often”
27%
“There”s usually intelligent conversation to be found”
19%
“All the time, including weekends”
0%
“I”m always terrified”
6%
“I only go out in groups”
22%
“I usually let someone know where I”m going”
72%
“I feel extremely safe”
55%
“We don”t play sports”
0%
“We play recreationally”
18%
“We bought the gear”
27%
“We live for the big game”
42%
“It”s not really our thing”
14%
“Occasinally we gallery crawl”
39%
“There are a variety of opportunities”
6%
“We”re a very artistic group”
8%
“Haven”t met them”
14%
“Available in class”
11%
“They keep regular office hours”
68%
“They”re always available”
64%
“No greek life, but other groups to join”
22%
“There is some involvement, but not a lot”
14%
“Plenty of people join a sorority or fraternity”
0%
“It”s everything. If you”re not greek, you”re a geek”
31%
“We”re not into drinking at all”
53%
“Maybe a little, but it”s not a big thing”
17%
“We only party on weekends”
0%
“There”s some drinking happening every night”
64%
“Never, we”re here to learn”
36%
“There might be people who do”
0%
“People are known to partake on weekends”
0%
“There”s a huge drug scene”
19%
“We”re apathetic”
43%
“We know about current events and vote”
32%
“We participate and encourage others to get involved”
5%
“There”s nothing we won”t protest”
41%
“We save it for the classroom”
14%
“Sometimes, but not often”
27%
“There”s usually intelligent conversation to be found”
19%
“All the time, including weekends”
0%
“I”m always terrified”
6%
“I only go out in groups”
22%
“I usually let someone know where I”m going”
72%
“I feel extremely safe”
55%
“We don”t play sports”
0%
“We play recreationally”
18%
“We bought the gear”
27%
“We live for the big game”
42%
“It”s not really our thing”
14%
“Occasinally we gallery crawl”
39%
“There are a variety of opportunities”
6%
“We”re a very artistic group”
8%
“Haven”t met them”
14%
“Available in class”
11%
“They keep regular office hours”
68%
“They”re always available”
64%
“No greek life, but other groups to join”
22%
“There is some involvement, but not a lot”
14%
“Plenty of people join a sorority or fraternity”
0%
“It”s everything. If you”re not greek, you”re a geek”
31%
“We”re not into drinking at all”
53%
“Maybe a little, but it”s not a big thing”
17%
“We only party on weekends”
0%
“There”s some drinking happening every night”
64%
“Never, we”re here to learn”
36%
“There might be people who do”
0%
“People are known to partake on weekends”
0%
“There”s a huge drug scene”
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  • How would you rate on-campus housing?

    39 Students rated on-campus housing 2.6 stars. 10 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate off-campus housing?

    30 Students rated off-campus housing 3.6 stars. 0 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate campus food?

    47 Students rated campus food 3.1 stars. 17 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate campus facilities?

    102 Students rated campus facilities 4 stars. 46 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate class size?

    105 Students rated class size 4.3 stars. 50 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate school activities?

    100 Students rated school activities 3.2 stars. 22 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate local services?

    101 Students rated local services 3.9 stars. 43 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate academics?

    104 Students rated academics 4.3 stars. 53 % gave the school a 5.0.

University of Maryland-University College REVIEWS

What's your overall opinion of University of Maryland-University College?

48 Students rated University of Maryland-University College

Martha - 10/14/2024

I have had a great experience with this college. It is online so I can tailor my classes to my schedule. I would recommend this school to anyone who feels like they are too busy to attend a traditional campus. It is an online university, so everything is completed online making it easy to complete assignments from anywhere. The university also offers a lot of resources such as free tutoring for challenging classes. They also have career services that help you improve your resume, get internships and network with past alumni and mentors. The writing center and online library have been valuable resources for me. The professors are very involved and easy to contact. They post lots of reminders to keep students on track and updated. They offer a lot of study material and additional resources for practicing. In some classes the assignments are thought provoking, and the professors encourage us to research our fields and find ways to prepare for the workforce. The academic advisors help guide you with registering for courses and answer any questions you have. I took a break from school because of my job and family obligations. I found out about this online university through my friend. This university has allowed me to continue pursuing my first bachelor's degree amidst my busy schedules. I have always been academically inclined so taking a break was disheartening, but finding out about this university gave me hope and gave me an opportunity to continue going to school full time without worrying about transportation. I have found it easy to navigate the online classrooms and the class structures make it possible to be a full-time student without feeling overwhelmed. I have had a great experience so far so I would highly recommend it to my peers. Thanks for reading.

Samantha - 05/26/2024

I love it and I never want to attend another college. All instructors are motivating and amazing!

caroline - 02/05/2024

This is my second time attending university of Maryland University College, and actually they changed their name to university of Maryland global College. I truly enjoy going to the school. The hours are flexible. The teachers are wonderful and we have the option of going online or in person. This school is primarily available to military and military spouses but other people go there as well. I feel like the education is pretty great and, the professors try hard to help you learn about their classes.

Cassandra - 09/27/2023

I enjoy this college. I got my Associates and Bachelors Degree in Businuess Management and Administations from here. I am currently pursuing my Masters degree in Cybersecurities and Technologies. I did almost all of my classes on-line and had no issues. I love that there are no books required for the classes. Everything is online.

University of Maryland-University College FAQS

  1. What is the Acceptance Rate at University of Maryland-University College?

    The fall 2020 acceptance rate for University of Maryland-University College is 100%. That means, out of _____ applications received in 2020 , _____ students were offered admission. The number of males who applied was _____ vs the number of females which was _____.

  2. What should every freshman at your school know before they start?

    I know that you love your family very much, but you should follow your path of what you want to do. Don't let your fear hold you back. Go to University of Maryland College Park and finish school there. Family will always be there to help you out and support you when you're there. If you still can't take the big leap, do two years of College of Southern Maryland and transfer to University Of Maryland College Park.

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  3. Describe the students at your school.

    Very diverse culturally, economically, and socially.

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  4. What's unique about your campus?

    Having the semesters broken down into 8 week terms and the online learning environment is the best thing about this school! I have a family and work shift-work. Going to college has been challenging, but UMUC really makes it easier for me. The ability to take courses online and have less courses to focus on during an 8 week term is essential to my success!

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  5. What's the one thing you wish someone had told you about freshman year?

    I wish I would have known how friendly that staff is and how relaxed the teachers are. I disliked the teachers at my previous college due to their poor attitudes and how they treated me like I was in first grade all over again. I like the University of Maryland University College teachers, they listen and our flexible to my schedule. If I would have known how much better it was here I would have transfered sooner.

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  6. What do you consider the worst thing about your school? Why?

    In all honesty, I wouldn’t say UMUC has any real faults or I have any dislikes. Like most universities, they have their advantages and disadvantages. The one thing I would say that I don’t like is how papers don’t seem to be thoroughly critiqued. I found that some professors merely fill out a rubric stating how a student did great or their work needed improvement. No concrete feedback.

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  7. Describe how your school looks to someone who's never seen it.

    My school is an online learning center.

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  8. What's the most frustrating thing about your school?

    How long it takes for Financial aid to hit

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  9. Describe your favorite campus traditions.

    My school is best known for getting a degree online at your own home.

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  10. What kind of person should attend this school?

    University of Maryland-University College is a school that focuses on the best education. It offers flexible schedules that will benefit all students. UMUC gives you all the qualities of The University of Maryland, except its education is conducted online. If you are a working adult and need a flexible schedule, UMUC is just right for you. You may be a single mom trying to further your skills and education, UMUC is perfect for you. Maybe you are a recent high school graduate who decided to travel the world, UMUC allows you to still attend college. Give UMUC a chance!

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  11. What kind of person should not attend this school?

    I would say the kind of person who should attend my school, is someone who is ready to get back to school after a break from school.

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  12. Here's your chance: Say anything about your college!

    There are a few things that are unique about UMUC that have made me chose them as opposed to other colleges. UMUC will take students with previous college studies, will take students with out as well, will take students with HS. diplomas, as well as GEDS', online help 24-7, and friendly staff. two of the best things about UMUC is they are a 4y college, and they have prior learning programs that will give you earned credit for past experience w/ in school as well as past/current job, as long as it is w/ in your deg!

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  13. What do you brag about most when you tell your friends about your school?

    When I talk about the Univiersity of Phoenix, I tend to brag about the convienence of my school. I am excited to have the chance to attend college while working full time and having a family. The University of Phoenix allows for my dreams to come true, as along as I work hard at achieving them.

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  14. What are the academics like at your school?

    The classes are intense and the assignments are demanding.

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  15. What are the most popular student activities/groups?

    NA

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  16. What is your overall opinion of this school?

    It is a great representation of a modern approach to higher education, combining the benefits of distance/online based learning with on-location/personalized classroom instructions. Very supportive staff, great faculty, and most importantly, the school services that extend beyond classroom instruction are almost available 24/7.

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  17. What is the stereotype of students at your school? Is this stereotype accurate?

    NA

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Student Body

Students

44%

female

56%

male

44,219

Total Undergrad Enrollment

13,310

Total Grad Students

39%

Out-Of-State

33%

In-State

28%

International

Organizations

N/A

Student Organizations

N/A

Fraternities

N/A

Sororities

Housing

No

On-Campus Housing

N/A

of students living on campus

Student Diversity

% American Indian/Alaskan Native
N/A
% Asian/Pacific Islander
5%
% Black or African-American
26%
% Hispanic/Latino
13%
% White or Caucasian
41%

TUITION & AID

All students must apply yearly for financial aid. This process starts with the FAFSA. Though financial aid deadlines vary by school, it is a good idea to apply as soon as possible. For the upcoming school year, you can apply as early as October 1 for the FAFSA. Additional school aid will be dependent on the FAFSA results.

62% of students attending University of Maryland-University College receive some sort of financial aid. 49% were awarded federal grants. While 38% received federal loans. Many students do also need to apply for additional private student loans.

Cost Out of State

$12,336

Tuition and fees(Out of state)

N/A

Books and Supplies

$15,430

Room and Board

27,766

Total On Campus

Actual Cost By Income Level(W/Financial Aid)

Family Income
Cost
$0 - $30K
$12,149
$30 - $48K
N/A
$48 - $75K
N/A
$75 - $110K
N/A
$110K & UP
N/A

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