University · Baltimore County, Maryland, United States

University of Maryland

UMBC is a public research university in Baltimore County, Maryland, with over 80 graduate programmes including master's degrees in Applied Data Science, Computer Science, Information Systems and Cybersecurity. SAT/ACT scores are optional for international first-year applicants, and admitted international students are reviewed for merit scholarships of $1,000 to $12,000.

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Fees₹32.5 lakh a year
To get inClass 12 marks needed

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Cost

Fees, in your currency and in rupees

Level	Tuition	In rupees	For
UG	USD 34,183 / year	about ₹32.5 lakh	out-of-state undergraduate tuition and fees, 2026-27 estimate (12+ credits); on campus: housing $9,428, food $6,490, other $7,546, total $62,553

Rupee figures at ₹94.96 per USD (2026-10-30). Living costs: see Study in United States.

Can I get in?

Entry requirements for Indian students

After Class 12 (UG): A strong college-preparatory programme from an accredited secondary school; decisions weigh GPA, tests (optional), curriculum strength, class rank, achievements and essay. No India-specific percentage published.
IELTS: UG recommended 6.5
TOEFL: UG recommended 80 / 4.5
PTE: UG recommended 53
DUOLINGO: UG recommended 115
WAIVER: SAT EBRW 500, ACT English 21, or US college English composition with C or better; other exceptions in a linked document
Tests: SAT/ACT optional.

Courses

Popular programmes with Indian students

Applied Data Science (master's)PG
Computer Science (master's)PG
Information Systems (master's)PG
Cybersecurity (master's)PG
Engineering Management (master's)PG

Apply

How and when to apply

Route: Common App (first-year)

Application fee: UG: $75 non-refundable

1 December 2026 Spring 2027 (first-year) · Regular Decision
1 February 2027 Fall 2027 (first-year) · Regular Decision
1 November 2026 Fall 2027 (first-year) · Early Action (passed)

Funding

Scholarships

General merit scholarships$1,000 to $12,000 · Admitted international undergraduates

After you graduate

Work after study

US F-1 Optional Practical Training: up to 12 months, plus a 24-month STEM OPT extension for eligible STEM degrees with an E-Verify employer (studyinthestates.dhs.gov).

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