University of Maryland
About
The University of Maryland, College Park, is the state's flagship university and one of the nation's preeminent public research universities. A global leader in research, entrepreneurship and innovation, we’re home to more than 40,000 students, 10,000 faculty and staff, and 280 academic programs. We’d be honored to share with you our dedication to excellence in all academic fields and our vibrant campus community, where you will be supported every step of the way in reaching your potential. No matter who you are or where you’re from, we all share in one identity at Maryland—the home of the fearless Terps.
Want to know more at a glance? Facts & Figures
Programs
Academic Programs
Top Majors of Study
Engineering (General)
Computer Science
Econometrics and Quantitative Econometrics
Scholarships
While we do not offer scholarships for international students at this time, we do provide a wide variety of resources to connect international students with external funding opportunities—including private loans, conditions for qualifying for U.S. federal aid, and external scholarships. Our dedicated International Student & Scholar Services (ISSS) team is ready to help you find the funding that’s right for you.
Highlights
What can you expect from Maryland?
When you become a Terp, you get to experience our:
18:1 student to faculty ratio
800+ student clubs and organizations
100+ academic majors
As a member of the terrapin community, you can be proud to share that your institution:
Hosts students from 121 countries around the world.
Ranks No. 12 among U.S. public universities, and No.57 among top universities from nearly 100 countries in U.S. News & World Report’s list of Best Global Universities.
Stands out as one of six states to boast more than one research institution at or above $1 billion in research spending.
Short distance to our nation's capitol, Washington D.C.
key points
Type: Public
Degrees Offered: Bachelors, Masters, Doctorate
Scholarships: Available
Setting: Suburb
Enrollment: 10,000+
Religious Affiliation: N/A