The University of Maryland (UMD), College Park is the state of Maryland’s flagship institution and one of the United States’ top-ranked public research universities. We are home to students, faculty and staff, and nearly 405,000 alumni all dedicated to moving Fearlessly Forward in pursuit of excellence and impact for the public good.

At UMD, students have the opportunity to work side-by-side with faculty at the top of their fields. We are a global leader in research, entrepreneurship and innovation, and our unbeatable location just outside Washington, D.C. allows students to take advantage of the vast cultural, internship and learning opportunities nearby.

Our campus community is strengthened by the richness of perspectives, lifestyles and personalities brought together here. Apply to #BeATerp and be part of a community that reflects the diversity of our world.

UMD At A Glance:

30,000+ undergraduate students
121 countries of origin for students
50% undergraduate students of color
4,777 international students
89% 6-year graduation rate
18:1 student-faculty ratio
100+ bachelor degree programs
300+ options to study abroad
800+ clubs and organizations
9 out of 10 freshmen live in UMD residence halls
50% of on-campus residents are in a living-learning community