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University of Maryland

College Park, Maryland

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University of Maryland is a public college located in College Park, Maryland, and has been named one of the 250 Best Graduate Schools for 2023. Tuition for in-state full-time graduate students at University of Maryland is $15,360. Tuition for out-of-state full-time graduate students is $34,120. The college offers Master’s degrees in 139 different degree areas, with 9 Master’s degrees offered online. University of Maryland enrolls 10,350 graduate students, with 23% part-time students, 14% online students, and 12% hybrid students.

Overview

School Type

  • Public

Website: www.umd.edu

Accessibility

  • Distance education:Yes
  • Online degrees:Yes
  • Weekend/Evening classes:No
  • On-Campus day care:No
  • Online library services:Yes
  • Master's degrees:Yes
  • Post-master's certificates:Yes
  • Doctorate Degrees:Yes

Demographics

Graduate students
8,006 full-time
2,344 part-time
  • Online and distance education graduate students:1,400
  • Graduate students doing hybrid learning:1,213
  • Out-of-state online graduate students:496
  • Online students
    14%
  • Male/Female
    51% / 49%

Cost

In-state average tuition full-time graduate students
$15,360
Out-of-state average tuition full-time graduate students
$34,120
  • Application fee:$75
  • In-state required fees for full-time graduate students:$1,635
  • In-state per credit hour charge part-time graduate students:$768
  • Out-of-state required fees for full-time graduate students:$1,635
  • Out-of-state per credit hour charge part-time graduate students:$1,706
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Outcomes

Master's degrees awarded in most recent year.
2,662 master's

Military & Veteran

Number of graduate students receiving Post 9/11 GI Bill benefits
240 students
  • Percentage of graduate students receiving post 9/11 GI Bill benefits:2%
  • Graduate students receiving Department of Defense Tuition Assistance Program benefits:15
  • Credit for military training:Yes
  • Dedicated staff member:Yes
  • Student veteran organization:Yes
  • Yellow Ribbon Program member:Yes
  • Servicemembers Opportunity Colleges member:Yes
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Featured Programs & Degrees

Programs Offered
Business
Psychology
Public Affairs
Science & Technology
Programs Offered
Master's degrees offered
139
Online master's degrees offered
9

Online master's degrees offered

  • Biological & Biomedical Sciences: 1
  • Business: 2
  • Computer Information Sciences: 1
  • Engineering: 1
  • Health Professions: 2
  • Library Science: 1
  • Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies: 1
Business

Business Programs

The professional graduate program in applied economics explores analytical skills and decision-making proficiency. This degree is offered on campus in Washington, D.C. or College Park, Maryland.

The Master of Professional Studies in Corporate Innovation has students gaining skills to help them create and launch new projects and products. This program is available in 12-week sessions in a fully online format.

Degree Options Include

Master of Professional Studies in Applied Economics
Master of Professional Studies in Corporate Innovation

Psychology

Psychology Programs

Psychology programs offered through the UMD Office of Extended Studies are offered in on campus or hybrid formats. The Master of Professional Studies in Clinical Psychological Science has an emphasis on evidence-based assessment and intervention. The Master of Professional Studies in Industrial/Organizational Psychology offers a broad foundation of research methods, employee development, and organizational management.

Degree Options Include

Master of Professional Studies in Clinical Psychological Science
Master of Professional Studies in Industrial/Organizational Psychology

Public Affairs

Public Affairs Programs

These public affairs programs are offered on campus or in a hybrid format. The graduate program is public health practice is designed for students to gain the skills necessary to succeed in leadership roles addressing public health and policy issues both nationally and globally.

Graduate programs in interpreting and translation will develop students’ knowledge of technology in language and provide the skills they need to work in public policy, health, education, business and more.

Degree Options Include

Master of Public Health in Public Health Practice and Policy
Master of Professional Studies in Interpreting
Master of Professional Studies in Translation

Science & Technology

Science & Technology Programs

The Master of Chemical and Life Sciences and Master of Professional Studies in Applied Entomology are both offered in entirely online formats.

The Master of Chemical and Life Sciences degree is designed for middle and high school teachers. This program will explore current research and is flexible enough for a working teacher. Those interested in further understanding the role of insects on the environment can explore the entomology degree program. Students can also explore further courses in beekeeping, pest management, and agriculture.

Degree Options Include

Master of Chemical and Life Sciences
Master of Professional Studies in Applied Entomology

Contact University of Maryland

Contact UMD’s
Office of Extended Studies

oes.umd.edu/contact

Main Campus

7901 Regents Drive

College Park, MD 20742

301-405-7762

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