Princess Anne, MD

University of Maryland Eastern Shore

At a Glance
Admission, Tuition, Population, and more
Updated: July 13, 2024
University of Maryland Eastern Shore is a four-year, public school located in Princess Anne, MD.
It is a historically black college.
It is a R2 university with high research activities.
University of Maryland Eastern Shore is accredited by Middle States Commission on Higher Education.

96% Acceptance Rate

For 2024-25 admission, 9,306 applied, 8,972 accepted, and 774 enrolled in UMES.
353 men and 421 women first-time, full-time students enrolled.
Admission Stats

2025 Tuition & Fees

The 2025 undergraduate tuition & fees are $9,076 for Maryland residents and $20,122 for others.
The graduate tuition & fees are $8,010 for Maryland residents and $13,428 for others.
Tuition has increased by 2.00% compared to last year at University of Maryland Eastern Shore.
Cost Breakdown

Financial Aid

1,870 undergraduate students have awarded and the average amount of the aid awarded is $8,682.
For freshmen, 577 students (100%) have received financial aid and its average amount is $12,530.
Detailed Financial Aid

Student Population

A total of 3,177 students enrolled UMES in 2025.
By gender, 1,367 men and 1,810 women students are enrolled.
There are 2,476 undergraduate and 701 graduate students.
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63 Major Programs

  • 1 programs through online
  • 23 graduate programs

Offered Degrees

  • Certificate Programs
  • Bachelor's
  • Master's
  • Doctorate
  • Post-graduate Certificate
Area of Study

Graduation Rate

The graduation rate of UMES is 35% and the transfer-out rate is 35%.
The retention rate is 62% for full-time and 62% for part-time students.
Graduation Rate
35%
Transfer-out Rate
35%
Retention Rate
62%
Students to Faculty Ratio
11 to 1
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Facutly & Staffs

A total of 307 faculties (instructional staffs) are working for UMES and the average faculty salary is $96,952. The studetns to faculty ratio is 11 to 1.
There are 799 non-instructional staffs and the average staff salary is $77,452.
Number of Faculties
307
Average Faculty Salary
$96,952
Number of Staffs
799
Average Staff Salary
$77,452

Special Learning Opportunities

  • Distance Learning (online classes)
  • Study Abroad
  • Weekend/Evening College
  • Teacher Certificate

On-Campus Services

  • Academic/career counseling
  • Employment services for students
  • Placement services
  • On-Campus Daycare
  • Libraries
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Athletics

University of Maryland Eastern Shore is a member of Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference (MEAC).
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