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University of Maryland-College Park

College Park, Maryland · Public

Avg Earnings (5yr)

$67,785

Acceptance Rate

45%

Graduation Rate

89%

Annual Tuition

$11,505

Quick answer

According to U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard data on USACollegeData.com (2024-25 College Scorecard release), graduates of University of Maryland-College Park earn a median of $82,860 ten years after entry — 53% above the national median. Acceptance rate 44.8%, average SAT score 1473, in-state tuition $11,505.

At a Glance

Total Students

30,246

Retention Rate

96%

Faculty Ratio

18

Financial Aid

23%

Median Debt

$19,000

Campus Setting

Suburban

Institution Type

Public

Admissions: SAT & ACT Scores

Average SAT Score

1,473

SAT Reading/Writing (middle 50%)

690–750

SAT Math (middle 50%)

710–780

ACT Composite (middle 50%)

32–35

Institution Overview

The University of Maryland-College Park is a large public institution with over 30,000 students. The university has a moderately selective admissions process, accepting 44.8% of applicants. The university retains a high percentage of students, with a 95.7% retention rate, and boasts a strong graduation rate of 88.9%. The in-state tuition is $11,505.

Graduates of the University of Maryland-College Park experience strong earnings potential. One year after graduation, the median earnings are $56,509, increasing to $67,785 after five years and $82,860 after ten years. The median debt for graduates is $19,000, and 22.7% of students receive financial aid.

Generated from College Scorecard & IPEDS data

Earning Projection Over Time

$57k

1 YEAR

$68k

5 YEARS

$83k

10 YEARS

Top 8% in Earnings

Graduate Outcomes

One year after graduation, University of Maryland-College Park alumni earn a median salary of $56,509. Five years after graduation, the median salary increases to $67,785. Ten years after graduation, the median salary is $82,860. The median debt for graduates is $19,000.

The University of Maryland-College Park has an 88.9% graduation rate and a 95.7% retention rate. The university has a 44.8% acceptance rate. 22.7% of students receive financial aid. The in-state tuition is $11,505.

Popular Programs

Top performing degrees based on enrollment and outcome data.

Business Administration, Management and Operations

Graduates 619 / yr
Median Salary $125,159

Information Science/Studies

Graduates 591 / yr
Median Salary $70,344

Economics

Graduates 541 / yr
Median Salary $79,163

Public Health

Graduates 531 / yr
Median Salary $72,607

Biology, General

Graduates 505 / yr
Median Salary $30,325

Finance and Financial Management Services

Graduates 449 / yr
Median Salary $75,689

Engineering, General

Graduates 406 / yr
Median Salary $107,207

Mechanical Engineering

Graduates 382 / yr
Median Salary $76,485

Criminology

Graduates 377 / yr
Median Salary $43,698

Political Science and Government

Graduates 373 / yr
Median Salary $42,688

Communication and Media Studies

Graduates 367 / yr
Median Salary $43,696

Psychology, General

Graduates 359 / yr
Median Salary $35,933

Accounting and Related Services

Graduates 309 / yr
Median Salary $71,929

Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods

Graduates 299 / yr
Median Salary $72,304

Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering

Graduates 269 / yr
Median Salary $85,500

Marketing

Graduates 245 / yr
Median Salary $61,578

Health and Physical Education/Fitness

Graduates 244 / yr
Median Salary $31,403

Mathematics

Graduates 238 / yr
Median Salary $79,129

Aerospace, Aeronautical and Astronautical Engineering

Graduates 196 / yr
Median Salary $78,631

Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other

Graduates 191 / yr
Median Salary $73,907

English Language and Literature, General

Graduates 190 / yr
Median Salary $36,561

Curriculum and Instruction

Graduates 173 / yr
Median Salary $62,213

Public Policy Analysis

Graduates 164 / yr
Median Salary $65,892

Journalism

Graduates 157 / yr
Median Salary $46,893

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Campus Location

College Park, Maryland

College Park, MD 20742

University of Maryland-College Park is located in College Park, Maryland. The campus is in a suburban setting.

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Frequently Asked Questions

University of Maryland-College Park has an acceptance rate of 44.8%.