University of Maryland, Baltimore County

About the university

Established in 1966, the University of Maryland, Baltimore County (UMBC) is a non-profit public higher education institution located in Baltimore, Maryland. Accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, UMBC enrolls between 10,000-14,999 students and offers various degrees from certificates to doctoral levels. The university has a least selective admission policy based on entrance exams and academic records, with an acceptance rate range of 80-89%. International students are encouraged to apply for enrollment. UMBC provides academic resources, housing, sports facilities, scholarships, study abroad programs, online courses, and administrative services to support its student body.