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The campus of University Of Maryland is in College Park, Maryland, which is a large suburb. The school is a public institution. Degrees at University Of Maryland include, at the school's highest level, the Doctoral degree.
The school has a greater breadth of degree programs (majors) than most colleges of its size. University Of Maryland is known for its programs in science and engineering.
Admission at the school is selective, not open to all who apply. Getting into University Of Maryland is challenging; it only admitted 49% of those who applied in 2005. Three quarters of students in 2005 had SAT verbal scores of at least 580. Half of math SAT scores of accepted students fell between 600 and 700. Many applicants are from out of state, an indication of the quality or special character of the school.
The school has a tenure system for senior faculty. The full-time faculty at University Of Maryland is well-paid, which often goes with faculty quality.
In 2005, the school had 35,369 students enrolled (31,973 full-time equivalent).
Full-time students are the norm at University Of Maryland. The school offers dorm rooms to a higher percentage of its students than do most colleges. University Of Maryland values student athletics, and belongs to the Atlantic Coast Conference.
More complete details are provided below.
University Of Maryland - College Park
College Park, MD 20742
General Phone: (301) 405-1000
Admissions Phone: (301) 314-8385
Financial Aid Phone: (301) 314-9000
http://www.umd.edu
University Of Maryland awarded degrees in these major categories in 2005:
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts | 2,041 | political science, economics, English, history, library science, sociology, geography, Spanish language, ... |
| Business And Management | 1,505 | business management, finance, marketing, accounting, business, international business, logistics, human resources, ... |
| Engineering | 991 | electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, civil engineering, engineering, aerospace engineering, chemical engineering, various engineering courses, bioengineering, ... |
| Science | 740 | biology, physics, ecology, biochemistry, microbiology, biological and physical sciences, chemistry, astronomy, ... |
| Education And Teaching | 621 | elementary school teaching, curriculum and instruction, school counseling, special ed, health teaching, educational administration, kindergarten/preschool teaching, physical education teaching, ... |
| Security And Law Enforcement | 534 | criminology |
| Media | 464 | communication studies, journalism |
| Computer Science And Engineering | 444 | computer and info science, information science, computer engineering |
| Therapy And Counseling | 388 | psychology, communication disorders, educational psychology |
| Family And Social Work | 188 | family and community services, public policy analysis, food and nutrition |
| Nutrition And Exercise Therapy | 151 | exercise science, dietitian, nutrition sciences |
| Fine Arts | 141 | fine arts, art history and criticism |
| Mathematics | 129 | mathematics, applied mathematics, statistics |
| Music | 118 | music, music performance, musicology |
| Architecture And Planning | 109 | architecture, landscape architecture |
| Agricultural Science And Management | 73 | agriculture, various agricutural courses, agricultural economics, food science |
| Drama And Performing Arts | 62 | drama, dance, theater history and criticism, theatre design |
| Religion And Philosophy | 56 | philosophy, Jewish studies |
| Animal Science And Care | 53 | animal science |
| Medicine | 33 | veterinary medicine, neuroscience, pre-dentistry, veterinary sciences |
| Conservation And Resource Management | 14 | conservation |
| Medical Assistant And Technician | 12 | speech pathology |
| Landscaping And Horticulture | 5 | agronomy, horticultural science |
Number of programs and degrees for University Of Maryland in 2005:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 6,263 | 90 |
| Master's degree | 1,929 | 79 |
| Doctor's degree | 516 | 68 |
| Award of at least 2 but less than 4 academic years | 80 | 9 |
| Postbaccalaureate certificate | 35 | 7 |
| First-professional degree | 25 | 1 |
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 19 | 1 |
| Post-master's certificate | 5 | 2 |
In 2005, University Of Maryland had a total enrollment of 35,369 students (31,973 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class (2005):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 50% |
| Women | 50% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
| Part-Time | 0% |
More details are available, using 2004 data:
Students By Class (2004):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 72% |
| Graduate | 28% |
| First Professional | 0% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 56% |
| Black | 12% |
| Hispanic | 5% |
| Asian | 12% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Other Races | 7% |
| (Foreign Students) | 9% |
Students by Age (2004):
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 11% |
| 18-19 | 27% |
| 20-21 | 24% |
| 22-24 | 13% |
| 25-29 | 13% |
| 30-34 | 6% |
| 35-39 | 2% |
| 40-49 | 2% |
| 50-64 | 1% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence (2004):
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Maryland | 67% |
| New Jersey | 8% |
| New York | 8% |
| Pennsylvania | 4% |
| Foreign countries | 2% |
| Massachusetts | 2% |
| Virginia | 2% |
| Connecticut | 1% |
| Florida | 1% |
| Delaware | 1% |
Retention Rates (2004):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 93 % |
| Part-Time | 63 % |
University Of Maryland offers campus housing for 10,769 of its 31,973 (full-time) students. Freshmen are required to live on campus.
(Please refer to our profile of College Park, Maryland for details about the area surrounding the campus.)
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 22,427 | 11,001 | 49% | 4,212 | 38% |
| Men | 10,621 | 5,341 | 50% | 2,122 | 40% |
| Women | 11,806 | 5,660 | 48% | 2,090 | 37% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 580 | 670 |
| SAT Math | 600 | 700 |
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 | 98% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
Admissions Phone Number: (301) 314-8385
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 7,821 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 20,145 |
| Room and board | $ 8,215 |
| Room charge | $ 4,924 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 3,291 |
| Books and supplies | $ 952 |
| Other expenses | $ 2,785 |
Financial Aid:
University Of Maryland participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 210300)
Financial Aid Phone Number: (301) 314-9000
University Of Maryland has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2004):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 860 | 278 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 156 | 114 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 827 | 556 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2004):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | calendar year | 246 | $142,006 | 20 | $130,187 |
| Associate professor | calendar year | 94 | $101,831 | 18 | $96,191 |
| Assistant professor | calendar year | 39 | $99,933 | 11 | $95,146 |
| Instructor | calendar year | 5 | $65,480 | 4 | $61,358 |
| Lecturer | calendar year | 9 | $63,909 | 18 | $55,128 |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 393 | $125,459 | 71 | $93,233 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Full-Time Faculty (2004):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 301 | $110,411 | 104 | $101,601 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 190 | $75,610 | 114 | $71,289 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 114 | $79,847 | 89 | $66,012 |
| Instructor | academic year | 9 | $53,929 | 12 | $48,322 |
| Lecturer | academic year | 58 | $49,019 | 72 | $42,301 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 672 | $89,331 | 391 | $72,108 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences (2005):
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Football | Atlantic Coast Conference |
| Basketball | Atlantic Coast Conference |
| Baseball | Atlantic Coast Conference |
| Track | Atlantic Coast Conference |
Students on Athletic Scholarships (2004):
| Sport | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 53 | 56 | 109 |
| Football | 17 | 0 | 17 |
| Basketball | 1 | 4 | 5 |
| Baseball | 4 | 0 | 4 |
| Track | 0 | 4 | 4 |
| All Other Sports | 31 | 48 | 79 |
AGRICULTURAL SCIENCE AND MANAGEMENT
Agricultural Economics
Agriculture, Agriculture Operations, and Related Sciences, Other
Agriculture, General
Food Science
ANIMAL SCIENCE AND CARE
Animal Sciences, General
ARCHITECTURE AND PLANNING
Architecture (BArch, BA/BS, MArch, MA/MS, PhD)
Landscape Architecture (BS, BSLA, BLA, MSLA, MLA, PhD)
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Apparel and Accessories Marketing Operations
Business Administration and Management, General
Business/Commerce, General
Finance, General
Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, General
International Business/Trade/Commerce
Logistics and Materials Management
Management Science, General
Marketing/Marketing Management, General
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer Engineering, General
Computer and Information Sciences, General
Information Science/Studies
CONSERVATION AND RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
Natural Resources/Conservation, General
DRAMA AND PERFORMING ARTS
Dance, General
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General
Technical Theatre/Theatre Design and Technology
Theatre Literature, History and Criticism
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Art Teacher Education
Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services
Curriculum and Instruction
Educational Assessment, Testing, and Measurement
Educational Leadership and Administration, General
Elementary Education and Teaching
English/Language Arts Teacher Education
Foreign Language Teacher Education
Health Teacher Education
Kindergarten/Preschool Education and Teaching
Mathematics Teacher Education
Music Teacher Education
Physical Education Teaching and Coaching
Science Teacher Education/General Science Teacher Education
Secondary Education and Teaching
Social Studies Teacher Education
Special Education and Teaching, General
ENGINEERING
Aerospace, Aeronautical and Astronautical Engineering
Agricultural/Biological Engineering and Bioengineering
Chemical Engineering
Civil Engineering, General
Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering
Engineering, General
Engineering, Other
Materials Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Nuclear Engineering
Systems Engineering
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
Family and Community Services
Foods, Nutrition, and Wellness Studies, General
Public Policy Analysis
FINE ARTS
Art History, Criticism and Conservation
Fine/Studio Arts, General
LANDSCAPING AND HORTICULTURE
Agronomy and Crop Science
Horticultural Science
LIBERAL ARTS
African-American/Black Studies
American/United States Studies/Civilization
Anthropology
Asian-American Studies
Chinese Language and Literature
Classics/Classical Languages, Lit & Linguistics, General
Comparative Literature
Creative Writing
East Asian Studies
Economics, General
English Language and Literature, General
French Language and Literature
Gay/Lesbian Studies
Geography
German Language and Literature
History, General
Italian Language and Literature
Japanese Language and Literature
Latin American Studies
Library Science/Librarianship
Linguistic/Comparative/Related Language Studies & Services, Other
Linguistics
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other
Physical Anthropology
Political Science and Government, General
Romance Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics, General
Russian Language and Literature
Russian Studies
Social Sciences, Other
Sociology
Spanish Language and Literature
Urban Studies/Affairs
Women's Studies
MATHEMATICS
Applied Mathematics
Mathematics, General
Statistics, General
MEDIA
Communication Studies/Speech Communication and Rhetoric
Journalism
MEDICAL ASSISTANT AND TECHNICIAN
Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist
MEDICINE
Neuroscience
Pre-Dentistry Studies
Veterinary Medicine (DVM)
Veterinary Sciences/Veterinary Clinical Sci, Gen (Cert,MS,PhD)
MUSIC
Music Performance, General
Music, General
Musicology and Ethnomusicology
NUTRITION AND EXERCISE THERAPY
Dietetics/Dietitian (RD)
Kinesiology and Exercise Science
Nutrition Sciences
RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY
Jewish/Judaic Studies
Philosophy
SCIENCE
Astronomy
Atmospheric Sciences and Meteorology, General
Biochemistry
Biological and Physical Sciences
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Botany/Plant Biology
Cell/Cellular and Molecular Biology
Chemistry, General
Conservation Biology
Ecology
Entomology
Geology/Earth Science, General
Microbiology, General
Molecular Biology
Physical Sciences
Physical and Theoretical Chemistry
Physics, General
SECURITY AND LAW ENFORCEMENT
Criminology
THERAPY AND COUNSELING
Communication Disorders, General
Educational Psychology
Psychology, General
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets University Of Maryland Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Number of students (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% |  |
| Number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% | |
| Salaries of full-time faculty (vs. all colleges) | Top 2% | |
| Student SAT scores (vs. all colleges) | Top 8% | |
| % of degrees in engineering (vs. all colleges) | Top 15% | |
| % of degrees in music (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 17% | |
| % of degrees in mathematics (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 17% | |
| % of students from other states (vs. all colleges) | Top 17% | |
| % of degrees in science (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 17% | |
| Selectivity (based on % of applicants accepted) (vs. all colleges) | Top 17% | |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 19% | |
| Degrees concentrated in limited number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 19% | |
| % of degrees in security and law enforcement (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 19% | |
| Male % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 19% | |
Notable:
Accepts some high school credits Grants credits for AP courses Offers distance learning Career counseling Career placement services Student employment services On-campus day care Remedial classes for students Option to study abroad Offers campus housing 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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