University of Maryland Global
School Overview: Acceptance Rate, Tuition, and More
About University of Maryland Global
School Type: Public
Religious Affiliation: Not applicable
Status: Non-profit
Military Friendly: Yes
Accreditation: regional
The University of Maryland Global is a large public university located on a suburban campus in Adelphi, Maryland. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 45,100, and admissions are selective. The university offers 31 bachelor's degrees, has an average graduation rate of 21%, and a student-faculty ratio of 18:1. Tuition and fees for in-state students are $7,344, while tuition and fees for out-of-state students are $11,976.
Rankings
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- #6 Ranked in Best Online Undergraduate Degree in Legal Studies 2024
- #7 Ranked in Best Online Military-Friendly Colleges
- #7 Ranked in Best Online Military-Friendly Colleges
- #9 Ranked in Best Online Finance Programs of 2022
Admissions Breakdown
Retention Rate Insight
52% of full-time students stayed to continue their studies the following academic year. These students started in Fall 2020 and returned in Fall 2021.
Graduation Rate Insight
21% of students graduated out of all full-time, first-time students who began their studies in Fall 2015. Keep in mind many students who enroll are not typically first-time students, as most are adult learners. Therefore, the number of first-time students is traditionally low.
Application Considerations
Test scores--
High school transcript--
High school rank--
Letter of recommendation--
High school GPA--
Open admissionYes
Completion of college prep program--
Test of English as a foreign language (TOEFL)--
Transfer Credit Policy
Dual enrollmentYes
Credit for qualified life experience*Yes
Advance placement (AP) creditsYes
*This can include previous jobs, trainings, licenses/credentials, or seminars. You may need to complete an exam or provide a portfolio to earn credit.
SAT & ACT
ACT 25th-75th Percentile-
SAT 25th-75th Percentile-
Learning Environment
Student Body Stats
56k
Students enrolled
93%
Online student enrollment
18:1
Student to faculty ratio
Ways Students Can Learn
Demographics
White
35%
Unknown
9%
Black
28%
Hispanic
14%
Two or more races
5%
Non-U.S. Citizen
2%
Asian
5%
American Indian/Alaska Native
0%
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander
1%
Socio-economic diversity
36% of students received an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.
Online Programs
Offers Online Programs
Yes
Online Programs
74
Total Online Enrollment
51,502
Student Location Breakout
Bar graph visual depicting student location breakout percentages.93% online, 7% on-campus.
Percent of Programs Online
0% On-campus
100% Online
Types of Online Programs Offered
Certificates100% online
Associate100% online
Bachelor's100% online
Graduate Certificate100% online
Master's100% online
Doctorate100% online
Student Charges
Tuition and Required Fees
| Student Level | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $59,784 | $59,784 |
| Graduate | $54,672 | $54,672 |
Cost of Undergraduate Attendance
Costs based on full-time, first-time degree or certificate-seeking undergraduates for the 2021–2022 academic year.
| Costs to Consider | Price |
|---|---|
| Books and supplies | $1,200 |
| On-campus room and board | $17,758 |
| On-campus other expenses | $2,600 |
| Off-campus (not with family) room and board | Currently unavailable |
| Off-campus (not with family) other expenses | Currently unavailable |
| Off-campus (with family) other expenses | Currently unavailable |
Total Undergraduate Cost
| Total cost by category | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| On-campus | $81,342 | $81,342 |
| Off-campus without family | $60,984 | $60,984 |
| Off-campus with family | $60,984 | $60,984 |
Financial Breakdown
Students Receiving Aid
Federal Grant Aid
36%
State Grant Aid
9%
Institution Grant Aid
8%
Pell Grant
36%
Average Aid Awarded
Financial Outlook
$21k
Average student debtafter graduation
$48k
Average salary 6 years after starting school
Varsity Athletic Teams
No information available for this school.
Degrees Awarded by Program
Degrees given for the 2021-2022 academic year.
| # | Programs | BA | MA | Doc |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Area, Ethnic, Cultural, And Gender Studies. | |||
| 2 | Area, Ethnic, Cultural, Gender, And Group Studies. | |||
| 3 | Biological And Biomedical Sciences. | |||
| 4 | Business, Management, Marketing, And Related Support Services. | |||
| 5 | Communication, Journalism, And Related Programs. | |||
| 6 | Communications Technologies/Technicians And Support Services. | |||
| 7 | Computer And Information Sciences And Support Services. | |||
| 8 | Education. | |||
| 9 | Engineering. | |||
| 10 | English Language And Literature/Letters. | |||
| 11 | Health Professions And Related Clinical Sciences. | |||
| 12 | Health Professions And Related Programs. | |||
| 13 | History | |||
| 14 | History. | |||
| 15 | Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting And Related Protective Services. | |||
| 16 | Legal Professions And Studies. | |||
| 17 | Liberal Arts And Sciences, General Studies And Humanities. | |||
| 18 | Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies. | |||
| 19 | Natural Resources And Conservation. | |||
| 20 | Psychology. | |||
| 21 | Public Administration And Social Service Professions. | |||
| 22 | Security And Protective Services. | |||
| 23 | Social Sciences. |
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Data collected from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS), [2021-2022]. In the absence of IPED data, information was collected directly from the school and is accurate as of the date of collection. Contact the school directly for the most current and complete information.