University of Maryland, College Park
Acceptance Rate Trend
SAT Score Range Trend
(middle 50% of admitted students)
| Year | 25th Percentile | 75th Percentile |
|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 1280 | 1470 |
| 2018 | 1290 | 1470 |
| 2019 | 1280 | 1470 |
| 2020 | 1270 | 1480 |
| 2021 | 1330 | 1510 |
| 2022 | 1380 | 1510 |
| 2023 | 1380 | 1510 |
| 2024 | 1380 | 1510 |
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๐ Great Fit If You Are:
D.C.-minded changemakers
if you want to influence policy, law, journalism, or public health, UMD puts you in the room.
Tech & cyber builders
if you're into AI, CS, or national security, NSA and UMD are practically neighbors.
Practical thinkers
if you want real-world internships before you graduate, this location delivers.
East Coast value-seekers
elite outcomes at public-school cost? Thatโs UMDโs promise.
Socially aware leaders
if civic impact matters to you, this school gives you tools and access.
๐จ Not Ideal For:
Rural peace lovers
College Park is suburban-urban; not quiet countryside.
Ivy-brand hunters
UMD is strong, but not top-tier prestige in public perception.
Party-first students
social life exists, but itโs not Greek-dominated or wild.
Hyper-specialized scholars
undergrad programs are broad; extreme niche focus may feel unsupported.
Cold-averse students
mid-Atlantic winters are real, though mild by Northeast standards.
Flagship of Maryland
UMD is the stateโs leading public research university and a member of the Big Ten Academic Alliance and the Association of American Universities (AAU).
Proximity to Washington, D.C.
Just outside the capital, UMD offers direct access to federal agencies, policy think tanks, and international organizations for internships and research.
Distinguished programs
Strengths include computer science, journalism (Philip Merrill College), business (Smith School), and public policy (School of Public Policy).
Research and innovation
UMD co-manages the National Quantum Laboratory with the National Institute of Standards and Technology, leading in quantum science and technology.
Terrapin traditions
Features include Testudo the turtle mascot, 'Fear the Turtle' spirit, and ACC/Big Ten sports legacy.
โ๏ธ Weather & Climate
spring
50-70ยฐF (10-21ยฐC)
Mild with cherry blossoms.
summer
70-90ยฐF (21-32ยฐC)
Hot and humid.
fall
45-70ยฐF (7-21ยฐC)
Cool and pleasant.
winter
30-45ยฐF (-1-7ยฐC)
Cold with occasional snow.
The area experiences four distinct seasons with hot summers and moderate winters.
โ๏ธAverage 203 sunny days per year
๐ฉโ๐๐จโ๐ Demographics
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Nearby Areas
The capital city with numerous dining options and cultural attractions.
A vibrant city known for its seafood and historical sites.