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University of Maryland-Baltimore County
Most applicants get into University of Maryland-Baltimore County — 72.4% were admitted — so the real questions are cost, fit and outcomes, covered below.
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University of Maryland-Baltimore County occupies suburban Baltimore, MD — a public campus quieter than a downtown one, closer to one than a rural seat.
Its highest-earning path is Computer Engineering, where graduates median $113,299 four years out. Faculty pay averages $157,740 a year here — a rough proxy for what the school spends on the teaching itself. With 10,701 undergraduates and a residential core, weekends happen on campus — and 85% of first-years come back for a second year.
Submitters admitted here typically landed between 1220 and 1410 — above the MD middle for four-year schools. Put your own practice estimate on University of Maryland-Baltimore County's range with the SAT calculator, or bring a saved GPA from the grade tools.
Admissions
Scores help here but aren't the gate. If your SAT sits inside the 1220–1410 submitter range, sending it likely helps; below it, University of Maryland-Baltimore County's own policy says you can leave it out.
| Score | 25th | 50th | 75th |
|---|---|---|---|
| SAT Reading & Writing | 610 | 650 | 700 |
| SAT Math | 610 | 650 | 710 |
| ACT Composite | 23 | 27 | 30 |
Percentiles are among students who submitted scores (Fall 2023 admissions cycle).
In the Fall 2023 cycle, University of Maryland-Baltimore County received 13,150 applications and admitted 9,762 (74.2%), with 1,977 enrolling.
How University of Maryland-Baltimore County compares
| University of Maryland-Baltimore County | Maryland median | National median | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acceptance rate | 72.4% | 76.1% | 77.2% |
| Tuition (in-state) | $13,256 | $13,588 | $19,591 |
| Median earnings (10 yr) | $69,960 | $61,797 | $53,781 |
Ten years after enrolling, the median University of Maryland-Baltimore County student earns $69,960 — 13% above the Maryland median of $61,797 for college-goers.
Cost, size & completion
As a public university, University of Maryland-Baltimore County prices by residency: $13,256 in-state versus $31,275 out-of-state — a $18,019 gap that makes state lines part of the decision.
University of Maryland-Baltimore County enrolls 10,701 undergraduates — mid-sized, with the trade-offs University of Maryland-Baltimore County's scale implies: more programs than a small college, more anonymity too.
70% of University of Maryland-Baltimore County students finish a bachelor's within six years — 15.1 points above the national 54.9% — and the single best predictor that the $13,256 price above buys a degree, not just enrollment.
Top majors by earnings at University of Maryland-Baltimore County
| Bachelor's program | Median earnings, 4 yrs after completion |
|---|---|
| Computer Engineering | $113,299 |
| Computer Science | $105,706 |
| Information Science/Studies | $95,435 |
| Mechanical Engineering | $95,078 |
| Chemical Engineering | $91,547 |
| Mathematics | $88,967 |
| Economics | $79,729 |
| Biochemistry, Biophysics and Molecular Biology | $75,493 |
| Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management | $74,808 |
| Biology, General | $69,724 |
| Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other | $68,823 |
| Political Science and Government | $64,756 |
| Communication and Media Studies | $60,957 |
| Social Work | $58,412 |
| English Language and Literature, General | $57,547 |
| History | $56,394 |
| Natural Resources Conservation and Research | $55,336 |
| Psychology, General | $54,039 |
| Design and Applied Arts | $53,363 |
| Sociology | $51,421 |
| International/Globalization Studies | $50,400 |
| Music | $42,289 |
| Fine and Studio Arts | $35,125 |
| Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft | $34,778 |
Median earnings for these 24 University of Maryland-Baltimore County programs come from a different federal cohort than the campus-wide $69,960 above — compare rows to each other, not to that 10-year figure. 21 additional University of Maryland-Baltimore County programs have earnings withheld under federal privacy rules.
Frequently asked questions
What GPA and test scores do you need for University of Maryland-Baltimore County?
Among admitted students who submitted scores, the middle 50% scored 1220–1410 on the SAT. There's no published GPA cutoff — pair these ranges with the 72.4% admission rate to judge your odds.
What is University of Maryland-Baltimore County's acceptance rate?
74.2% in the Fall 2023 cycle — 9,762 admitted from 13,150 applicants.
How much does University of Maryland-Baltimore County cost?
In-state tuition is $13,256; out-of-state students pay $31,275. Fees, housing and aid move the real total in both directions.
What do University of Maryland-Baltimore County graduates earn?
Federal data puts median earnings at $69,960 ten years after enrolling. The table above breaks this down by major.
Similar colleges in Maryland
- Maryland Institute College of Art — 76.8% admitted
- Morgan State University — 82.2% admitted
- Mount St. Mary's University — 73.8% admitted
- Loyola University Maryland — 75.5% admitted
Run your own numbers
Data: U.S. Dept. of Education College Scorecard (Jun 2026), IPEDS ADM2023/HD2024. Retrieved 2026-09-01. Figures reflect the latest federal cohorts, which lag the current admissions cycle.