UMUC Academic Snapshot
Tuition Overview:
- In-State Tuition: $8,136
- Out-of-State Tuition: $12,336
- Both in-state and out-of-state tuition are relatively affordable compared to national averages.
Student Population at UMUC:
- Total Enrollment: 63,012, including 56,668 online students
- 52,187 Undergraduate, 10,825 Graduate
- Gender Distribution: 53.5% men, 46.5% women.
- This is a very large institution, likely offering a vast array of programs, research opportunities, and extracurricular activities.
Graduation & Retention Rate
- Graduation Rate: 33%. Lower graduation rate, which may reflect challenges in student retention or completion.
- Transfer-Out Rate: 12%. Some students transfer out, which is common in higher education.
- First-Year Retention Rate: 55%. Lower retention, which may reflect challenges in student engagement or support.
Programs & Degrees Offered
- Programs Offered: 92 academic programs available.
- Online Programs: 92 programs available fully online.
- Graduate Programs: 18 graduate-level programs offered.
- Special Programs: Health Professions.
- Degrees Awarded: Certificate, Associate's, Bachelor's, Master's, Doctor's.
UMUC Overview
University of Maryland Global Campus (UMUC) is a four-year, public school located in Adelphi, MD. It is classified as Master's College and University with larger programs by Carnegie Classification, also known as M1 Master's College. You can compare their tuition and admission statistics at M1 Master's College comparison page.
The UMUC's tuition & fees is $8,136 for Maryland residents and $12,336 for out-of-state students for the academic year 2024-2025. 44% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $4,452.
The school has a total enrollment of 63,012 and the students to faculty ratio is 21 to 1 (4.76%).
UMUC ranked 24th in Maryland Colleges rankings. University of Maryland Global Campus is accredited by Middle States Commission on Higher Education.
2025 Tuition & Fees and 2026 Estimation
For undergraduate programs, the 2025 tuition & fees of University of Maryland Global Campus is $8,136 for in-state students and $12,336 for out-of-state students. For graduate programs, its 2025 tuition & fees is $9,882 for in-state students and $12,132 for out-of-state students.
The estimated 2026 tuition & fees for prospective students is $8,283 for Maryland residents and $12,336 for out-of-state students based on the current year tuition changes from last year. The estimated 2026 graduate school tuition & fees is $10,065 for Maryland residents and $12,132 for out-of-state students.
| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $8,136 | $12,336 |
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| Graduate | $9,882 | $12,132 |
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| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $8,283 | $12,336 |
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| Graduate | $10,065 | $12,132 |
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The estimation for 2025-2026 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.
Learning Opportunities and Campus Services
University of Maryland Global Campus offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for both undergraduate and graduate programs.
Special Learning Opportunities at UMUC
| Learning Opportunities |
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| ROTC | No |
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| Weekend/Evening College | Yes |
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| Teacher Certification | Yes |
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| Study Abroad | No |
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| On-Campus Services |
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| Academic/career counseling service | Yes |
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| Employment services for students | Yes |
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| Placement services for completers | No |
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| On-campus day care for students' children | No |
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University of Maryland Global Campus Directory Information
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