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2026-27 cycleBaltimore, MD Role Placeholder State Code if needed: MD or Maryland, setting: suburban

University of Maryland-Baltimore County

The University of Maryland, Baltimore County is a public research university recognized for high research activity and excellence in undergraduate teaching. Situated on a suburban campus near Baltimore, UMBC is particularly renowned for its STEM programs and inclusive academic community.

Acceptance rate

73%

Undergrad enrollment

11,087

Test policy

Test optional

Application fee

$75

Application deadlines

RoundDeadline
TransferSpring Priority Transfer DeadlineOctober 15, 2026
Early ActionEarly Action / Honors College & Priority Scholarship DeadlineNovember 1, 2026
ScholarshipFirst-Year General Merit Scholarships DeadlineNovember 1, 2026
TransferSpring Regular Transfer DeadlineDecember 1, 2026
Regular DecisionRegular Decision DeadlineFebruary 1, 2027
Financial AidFAFSA Priority DeadlineFebruary 1, 2027
TransferFall Priority Transfer DeadlineMarch 1, 2027
TransferFall Regular Transfer DeadlineJune 1, 2027

Supplemental essay prompts

No supplemental essays required

University of Maryland-Baltimore County does not require school-specific supplemental essays for the 2026-27 cycle. Your personal statement carries the application.

Data gathered August 2026.