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The University of Maryland Baltimore County, also referred to as UMBC, is a public coeducational research university. It is located in Baltimore County, Maryland, United States, within the community of Cantonsville. The school was established in the year 1966. It grants admission to over 8,000 students every year. The school offers degree courses in mathematics, science, fine arts, computer science and engineering, and liberal arts.
University of Maryland Baltimore County’s sports teams are known as the UMBC Retrievers. The school's official mascot goes by the name of “True Grit”. It is a Chesapeake Bay Retriever which is the state dog of Maryland. The students are offered sports programs in track and field, basketball, and baseball. Various club sports such as ice hockey, sky diving, sailing, tennis, rowing, and martial arts are also sponsored by the university.
UM Baltimore County is in Baltimore, MD. Baltimore is a large suburb. The school is a public institution. UM Baltimore County issues awards (degrees) up to the level of Doctoral degree.
Fields of study in vogue at the school include mathematics, science, fine arts, computer science and engineering, and liberal arts.
Not all applicants to UM Baltimore County are accepted. The top quarter of students at the school scored at least 630 on the verbal SAT test. Students' math SAT scores were most often in the range 560 to 670 in 2007-2008.
The most successful professors at UM Baltimore County are given tenure, encouraging them to stay with the school for a long time. The the school teaching staff is well compensated compared to other schools.
Approximately 12,041 students study at UM Baltimore County (in 2007-2008).
The school makes housing available to a large share of its students. Students participate in America East athletics.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"The University of Maryland Baltimore County (UMBC) offers undergraduate, masterÆs and doctoral programs in the arts and sciences and engineering. Within a strong interdisciplinary framework, UMBC programs link the cultures of the sciences, social sciences, visual and performing arts and humanities, and the professions.
UMBC is a dynamic public research university integrating teaching, research, and service to benefit the citizens of Maryland. As an Honors University, the campus offers academically talented students a strong undergraduate liberal arts foundation that prepares them for graduate and professional study, entry into the workforce, and community service and leadership. UMBC emphasizes science, engineering, information technology, human services, and public policy at the graduate level. UMBC contributes to the economic development of the State and the region through entrepreneurial initiatives, workforce training, K-16 partnerships, and technology commercialization in collaboration with public agencies and the corporate community. UMBC is dedicated to cultural and ethnic diversity, social responsibility, and lifelong learning."
More complete details are provided below.
University Of Maryland Baltimore County
1000 Hilltop Circle
Baltimore, MD 21250
General Phone: (410) 455-1000
http://www.umbc.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts | 656 | economics, political science, history, English, sociology, interdisciplinary studies, foreign language and literature, American studies, ... |
| Computer Science and Engineering | 533 | information science, computer science, computer services management, computer engineering |
| Science | 318 | biology, biochem/biophysics/molecular biology, physics, chemistry, bioinformatics, molecular biology, cell biology, physics courses, ... |
| Therapy and Counseling | 263 | psychology, psychology courses, child psychology |
| Education and Teaching | 209 | curriculum and instruction, education, science teaching, instructional media design |
| Engineering | 166 | mechanical engineering, chemical engineering, electrical engineering, systems engineering, civil engineering |
| Family and Social Work | 109 | social work, public policy analysis, public administration |
| Fine Arts | 83 | fine arts studies |
| Mathematics | 50 | mathematics, statistics, applied mathematics |
| Medicine | 48 | health professions, neuroscience, gerontology |
| Business and Management | 40 | accounting, managerial economics, labor relations, business administration, CIO training, business and related services, finance, electronic commerce |
| Conservation and Resource Management | 28 | environmental science, environmental studies |
| Nursing and Emergency Medicine | 28 | EMT paramedic |
| Drama and Performing Arts | 24 | dance, drama, acting |
| Religion and Philosophy | 17 | philosophy |
| Music | 11 | music, various music studies |
| Media | 10 | mass communication |
| Design | 4 | design and applied arts |
| Art Studies | 2 | visual and performing arts |
| Real Estate and Construction Management | 0 | real estate |
Number of programs and degrees for UM Baltimore County in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 1,844 | 40 |
| Master's degree | 449 | 27 |
| Award of at least 2 but less than 4 academic years | 121 | 13 |
| Doctor's degree | 93 | 22 |
| Postbaccalaureate certificate | 92 | 18 |
In 2007-2008, UM Baltimore County had a total enrollment of 12,041 students (10,146 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 58% |
| Women | 42% |
| Full-Time | 99% |
| Part-Time | 1% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 77% |
| Graduate | 23% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 53% |
| Black | 15% |
| Hispanic | 4% |
| Asian | 18% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Unknown | 4% |
| (Foreign Students) | 6% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 1% |
| 18-19 | 22% |
| 20-21 | 25% |
| 22-24 | 22% |
| 25-29 | 14% |
| 30-34 | 6% |
| 35-39 | 3% |
| 40-49 | 4% |
| 50-64 | 3% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Maryland | 88% |
| (International Students) | 4% |
| Pennsylvania | 2% |
| New York | 1% |
| New Jersey | 1% |
| Virginia | 1% |
| State unknown | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 84 % |
| Part-Time | 50 % |
UM Baltimore County offers campus housing for 3,858 of its 10,146 (full-time) students.
(Please refer to our profile of Baltimore, Maryland for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Maryland Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 5,820 | 4,175 | 72% | 1,569 | 38% |
| Men | 2,834 | 2,215 | 78% | 914 | 41% |
| Women | 2,986 | 1,960 | 66% | 655 | 33% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 520 | 630 |
| SAT Math | 560 | 670 |
| SAT Writing | 520 | 630 |
| ACT Verbal | 21 | 26 |
| ACT Math | 22 | 28 |
| ACT Composite | 22 | 27 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | recommended |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | recommended |
| Recommendations | recommended |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 97% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 13% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
| Other Standardized Tests | not required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 8,780 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 17,512 |
| Room and board | $ 8,960 |
| Room charge | $ 5,500 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 3,460 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,200 |
| Other expenses | $ 2,320 |
Financial Aid:
UM Baltimore County participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 210500)
UM Baltimore County has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 197 | 86 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 34 | 56 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 213 | 128 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | calendar year | 28 | $180,364 | 10 | $147,890 |
| Associate professor | calendar year | 12 | $92,495 | 18 | $99,071 |
| Assistant professor | calendar year | 7 | $81,484 | 1 | * |
| Instructor | calendar year | 1 | * | 4 | $72,360 |
| Lecturer | calendar year | 4 | $64,172 | 1 | * |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 52 | $135,461 | 34 | $108,374 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 86 | $107,021 | 14 | $103,451 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 78 | $81,381 | 46 | $76,565 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 33 | $68,858 | 66 | $65,738 |
| Instructor | academic year | 2 | * | 5 | $48,710 |
| Lecturer | academic year | 26 | $56,659 | 41 | $51,209 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 225 | $86,210 | 172 | $67,745 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences:
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Basketball | America East |
| Baseball | America East |
| Track | America East |
Students on Athletic Scholarships (2007):
| Sport | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 110 | 124 | 234 |
| Track | 17 | 15 | 32 |
| Basketball | 11 | 12 | 23 |
| Baseball | 16 | 0 | 16 |
| All Other Sports | 66 | 97 | 163 |
ART STUDIES
Visual and Performing Arts, General
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Business Administration, Management and Operations, Other
Business, Management, Marketing & Related Support Services, Other
Business/Managerial Economics
E-Commerce/Electronic Commerce
Finance, General
Information Resources Management/CIO Training
Labor and Industrial Relations
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer Engineering, General
Computer Science
Computer/Info Tech Services Administration & Management, Other
Information Science/Studies
CONSERVATION AND RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
Environmental Science
Environmental Studies
DESIGN
Design and Applied Arts, Other
DRAMA AND PERFORMING ARTS
Acting
Dance, General
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Curriculum and Instruction
Education, General
Educational/Instructional Media Design
Science Teacher Education/General Science Teacher Education
ENGINEERING
Chemical Engineering
Civil Engineering, General
Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Systems Engineering
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
Public Administration
Public Policy Analysis
Social Work
FINE ARTS
Fine Arts and Art Studies, Other
LIBERAL ARTS
African-American/Black Studies
American/United States Studies/Civilization
Ancient Studies/Civilization
Anthropology
Cartography
Economics, General
English Language and Literature, General
Foreign Languages and Literatures, General
Geography
History, General
Intercultural/Multicultural and Diversity Studies
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other
Political Science and Government, General
Social Sciences, Other
Sociology
Women's Studies
MATHEMATICS
Applied Mathematics
Mathematics, General
Statistics, General
MEDIA
Mass Communication/Media Studies
MEDICINE
Gerontology
Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other
Neuroscience
MUSIC
Music, General
Music, Other
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic)
REAL ESTATE AND CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT
Real Estate
RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY
Philosophy
SCIENCE
Biochemistry
Biochemistry/Biophysics and Molecular Biology
Bioinformatics
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Biotechnology
Cell/Cellular Biology and Histology
Chemistry, General
Marine Biology and Biological Oceanography
Molecular Biology
Physics, General
Physics, Other
THERAPY AND COUNSELING
Developmental and Child Psychology
Psychology, General
Psychology, Other
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets UM Baltimore County Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in therapy and counseling (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 4% |  |
| Number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 5% | |
| Number of students (vs. all colleges) | Top 6% | |
| % of degrees in computer science and engineering (vs. all colleges) | Top 7% | |
| Salaries of full-time faculty (vs. all colleges) | Top 7% | |
| % of degrees in science (vs. all colleges) | Top 8% | |
| % of degrees in mathematics (vs. all colleges) | Top 11% | |
| % of degrees in fine arts (vs. all colleges) | Top 14% | |
| % students on athletic fin. aid (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 15% | |
| Student SAT scores (vs. all colleges) | Top 15% | |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 16% | |
| Male % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 17% | |
| % of degrees in liberal arts (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 19% | |
Notable:
Accepts some high school credits Grants credits for AP courses Offers distance learning Career counseling Career services Student employment services On-campus day care Remedial classes for students Option to study abroad Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing Tenure system for quality teaching Has ROTC (army, air force) Offers athletic scholarships NCAA athletic conference member
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