University of Maryland--College Park, MD
School Type
Public
Acceptance Rate
48%
Tuition
In-state: $10,399
Out-of-state: $33,606
Eligibility For Public Schools
Both
International Students
N/A
US News Ranking
#61 in National Universities
Scholarships
Air Force ROTC Scholarship
Type
Competitive
Amount
Up to Full Tuition plus
Required GPA
3
Required SAT
1240
Required Act
26
Mid 50 ACT
24-29
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math: 620-730
SAT Critical Reading: 590-690
SAT Writing: Not reported
Description
Air Force ROTC Scholarship program is available for junior/senior highschool students. Application opens on June 1 (Junior to Senior Summer) and closes December 1 (Fall Senior Year). All majors are eligible for scholarship however priority is given to students pursuing technical or foreign language degrees.
Armed Forces Health Professions Scholarship Program (hpsp)
Type
Competitive
Amount
Up to full ride
Required GPA
0
Required SAT
0
Required Act
0
Mid 50 ACT
30-33
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math: 620-730
SAT Critical Reading: 590-690
SAT Writing: Not reported
Description
The Armed Forces Health Professions Scholarship Program (HPSP) can provide tuition assistance for up to four years of school (two years for PA masters degree), a monthly stipend of $2,122, as well as all professional school required fees and expenses, books and equipment being paid by the Navy
Army Reserve Officers' Training Corps Scholarship
Type
Competitive
Amount
Full Tuition plus
Required GPA
0
Required SAT
0
Required Act
0
Mid 50 ACT
30-33
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math: 620-730
SAT Critical Reading: 590-690
SAT Writing: Not reported
Description
The Army Reserve Officers' Training Corps scholarship program package pays:
* Full tuition and mandatory fees or $10,000.00 per year room and board
* Book allowance of $1200.00 per academic year
* Tax-free monthly stipend of $300-$500 depending on class year
Banneker/Key Scholarship Program
Type
Competitive
Amount
Up to full ride
Required GPA
0
Required SAT
0
Required Act
0
Mid 50 ACT
30-33
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math: 620-730
SAT Critical Reading: 590-690
SAT Writing: Not reported
Description
The Banneker/Key scholarship is the University of Maryland's most prestigious academic award for undergraduates. All freshman applicants to the University of Maryland who meet the priority application deadline of November 1 and are invited to the Honors College are considered for nomination to the Banneker/Key Scholarship. Identified through a competitive evaluation of admission application materials, scholarship candidates are reviewed in areas of academic achievement, standardized test scores, letters of recommendation, extracurricular activities, awards, honors and essays. There is no application for this award beyond the admission application used to accept a student into a University degree granting program. Every year about 400 Banneker/Key Semifinalists are invited to campus in the spring for an interview before the 250 finalists of the full Banneker/Key are selected.
Dean's Scholarship
Type
Competitive
Amount
$1,500 to $4,500
Required GPA
0
Required SAT
0
Required Act
0
Mid 50 ACT
30-33
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math: 620-730
SAT Critical Reading: 590-690
SAT Writing: Not reported
Description
The Dean's Scholarship program provides scholarships for outstanding entering freshmen from Maryland. Approximately 400 students each year receive this award. Dollar amounts range from $1,500 for one year to $4,500 a year for two years. The scholarship is not renewable. All merit scholarship decisions are based on academic and applicant information made available through application review.
Departmental Scholarships
Type
Competitive
Amount
Varies
Required GPA
0
Required SAT
0
Required Act
0
Mid 50 ACT
30-33
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math: 620-730
SAT Critical Reading: 590-690
SAT Writing: Not reported
Description
Some UM colleges and departments offer merit-based scholarships to academically competitive prospective freshmen, current, and transfer students. To find out more information regarding these awards please contact the specific college and/or department.
President's Scholarship
Type
Competitive
Amount
$2,000 to $12,000
Required GPA
0
Required SAT
0
Required Act
0
Mid 50 ACT
30-33
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math: 620-730
SAT Critical Reading: 590-690
SAT Writing: Not reported
Description
The President's Scholarship provides four-year awards to exceptional entering freshmen from Maryland and across the nation. The Presidents Scholarship program is the Universities largest with awards ranging from $2,000 to $12,000 per year. All merit scholarship decisions are based on academic and applicant information made available through application review.
NAVY ROTC
Type
Competitive
Amount
Full Tuition plus
Required GPA
0
Required SAT
1000
Required Act
22
Mid 50 ACT
30-33
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math: 620-730
SAT Critical Reading: 590-690
SAT Writing: Not reported
Description
The University of Maryland is pleased to offer prestigious scholarship opportunities within the new Maryland Naval Reserve Officers Training Corps Program (NROTC) Consortium for outstanding students. The NROTC Scholarship Program for Marine prospective trainees plays an important role in preparing students for leadership and management positions after graduation, and is open to students in all majors interested in pursuing a career with the Navy or Marine Corps.
NAVY ROTC
Type
Competitive
Amount
Full Tuition plus
Required GPA
0
Required SAT
1200
Required Act
0
Mid 50 ACT
30-33
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math: 620-730
SAT Critical Reading: 590-690
SAT Writing: Not reported
Description
The University of Maryland is pleased to offer prestigious scholarship opportunities within the new Maryland Naval Reserve Officers Training Corps Program (NROTC) Consortium for outstanding students. The NROTC Scholarship Program for Nurse and Navy prospective students plays an important role in preparing students for leadership and management positions after graduation, and is open to students in all majors interested in pursuing a career with the Navy or Marine Corps.
National Merit Scholarship
Type
National Merit/Achievement
Amount
$1000 to $2000
Required GPA
0
Required SAT
0
Required Act
0
Mid 50 ACT
30-33
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math: 620-730
SAT Critical Reading: 590-690
SAT Writing: Not reported
Description
The National Merit Scholarship Corporation (NMSC) has a variety of scholarships that are awarded to students based on academic performance. The University of Maryland serves as a sponsoring institution for students selected by NMSC to receive the College-Sponsored Merit Scholarship award. Students selected for the UM Sponsored Merit award will receive a four-year renewable scholarship ranging from $1,000-$2,000/year. All finalists should follow NMSC's instructions for first choice notifications carefully and observe deadlines to remain eligible for awards. The National Merit Scholarship also awards Corporate-Sponsored merit scholarships and National Achievement awards.
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