Admissions Details
- Acceptance Rate
- 80.6%
- Average SAT
- 1,300
- SAT Range (25th–75th)
- 1,210–1,390
- ACT Composite (avg)
- 26
- Total Enrollment
- 10,434
Admissions Overview
UMBC maintains an open admission policy with an 80.55% acceptance rate. This means most students who apply get in, but don't mistake accessibility for low standards. Admitted students typically score between 1210 and 1390 on the SAT, with an average of 1300. The university draws primarily from Maryland, with 89.13% of students coming from in-state. UMBC seeks students ready for rigorous STEM coursework and values diversity in all forms. The school particularly welcomes underrepresented minorities interested in science and engineering careers. Students who thrive here are collaborative, curious about research, and committed to academic excellence rather than just getting by.