The University of Maryland, Baltimore County (UMBC) is a vibrant and innovative public research university located just south of Baltimore, Maryland. Established in 1966, UMBC is devoted to excellence in teaching, research, and service. The university’s faculty and staff have created a culture of excellence and a commitment to innovation — where students succeed academically and are prepared to tackle the world’s pressing problems. UMBC students benefit from small classes and access to extraordinary research and internship opportunities. The campus is also home to a wide array of cultural events and activities, providing an exciting and engaging environment for students to explore.
- Address: 1000 Hilltop Circle, Baltimore, MD 00002-1250
- Phone: (410) 455-1000
- Website: umbc.edu/
- Type: Public, 4-year
- Student Population: 13,497
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio: 17 to 1
- Calendar System: Four-one-four plan
- Application Fee: $75
- Selectivity: Somewhat Selective
Cost
| In-State | Out-of-State | |
| Tuition and Fees | $9,420 | $25,054 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,600 | $1,600 |
| Room & Board | $14,614 | $14,614 |
| Other | $3,482 | $3,482 |
| Total Cost | $29,116 | $44,750 |
Admissions
- Acceptance Rate: 69%
- SAT Range: 1150 – 1350
- ACT Range: 24 – 30
Majors
- Biology/Biological Sciences, General
- Psychology, General
- Computer Science
- Information Science/Studies
- Economics, General
EnrollmentAttendance Status
- Full-time: 84%
- Part-time: 16%
Student Gender
- Male: 54%
- Female: 46%
Student Race/Ethnicity
- American Indian or Alaskan: 0%
- Asian: 20%
- Black or African American: 19%
- Hispanic / Latino: 8%
- Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander: 0%
- White: 38%
- Two or More Races: 5%
- Unknown: 2%
- Non-resident Alien: 8%
Student Age
- 24 and Under: 92%
- 25 and Over: 8%
- Age Unknown: 0%
Student Residence
- In-State: 89%
- Out-of-State: 11%
- Unknown: 0%