University of Maryland Eastern Shore Acceptance Rate &
University of Maryland Eastern Shore is a public research university in Princess Anne, Maryland, enrolling about 2,391 students. Admission is moderately selective for first-time degree-seeking undergraduates reporting admissions data to the Education Department. The acceptance rate is about 96.41% in the latest College Scorecard admissions data. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $47,697 among students who received federal aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $9,076
- 2024 Average Net Price: $13,338 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: 96.41% Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 2,391 94.7% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 35.33%
- Carnegie Classification: Doctoral Universities: High Research Activity
- First-Generation Students: 35.8%
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition increase of 0.0% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price increase of 17.6% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Full-Time Faculty: 72.0%
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 2,783
- Applicants (IPEDS): 8,032
- Room & Board: $11,351 annual estimate
University of Maryland Eastern Shore: what the data shows
Common questions about University of Maryland Eastern Shore, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is University of Maryland Eastern Shore?
University of Maryland Eastern Shore is located in Princess Anne, MD (ZIP 21853-1299).
NCES locale classification: Town fringe.
Is University of Maryland Eastern Shore public or private?
University of Maryland Eastern Shore is a Public institution.
How much does University of Maryland Eastern Shore cost?
Published tuition: $9,076 in-state, $20,122 out-of-state.
Average net price after aid: $13,338.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $9,914 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $11,858 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $13,910 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $17,847 |
| $110,001+ | $20,757 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $36,304.
How hard is it to get into University of Maryland Eastern Shore?
Admission rate: 96.41%.
Scorecard does not publish admitted-student GPA for most institutions.
How big is University of Maryland Eastern Shore?
Total enrollment: 2,391 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 2,783 students.
Graduate enrollment: 701 students.
About 95% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at University of Maryland Eastern Shore?
150%-time completion rate: 35.33%.
First-year retention: 61.8%.
What do graduates of University of Maryland Eastern Shore earn?
Median earnings: $34,624 six years after entry; $47,697 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $27,000.
55.71% of students receive Pell grants.
What is University of Maryland Eastern Shore known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Biology/Biological Sciences, General (30 completions)
- Physical Therapy/Therapist (30 completions)
- Pharmacy (28 completions)
- Criminal Justice/Police Science (23 completions)
- Exercise Science and Kinesiology (20 completions)
- Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions, Other (20 completions)
- Family and Consumer Sciences/Human Sciences, General (19 completions)
- Aeronautics/Aviation/Aerospace Science and Technology, General (18 completions)
- Physician Associate/Assistant (17 completions)
- 00.0010 (16 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is University of Maryland Eastern Shore a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show admission rate 96.41%; completion rate 35.33%; median earnings $47,697 at 10 years; net price $13,338. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$9,076
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at University of Maryland Eastern Shore was $9,076.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$13,338
2024 Value
In 2024 University of Maryland Eastern Shore had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $13,338.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$53,352 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$13,338 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$36,304 4-Year In-State Tuition
$80,488 4-Year Out-of-State Tuition
$11,351 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)
$1,250 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)
$21,677 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)
$86,708 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)
4-year total cost breakdown for University of Maryland Eastern Shore.
Financial Aid by Income Level
55.71% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
52.13% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans
Financial aid distribution by income level.
Student Loan Default Rate
0.00%
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)
The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at University of Maryland Eastern Shore was 0.00%.
Cohort default rates account for borrowers who default in the first three years.
Tuition tracker
Published tuition and average net price by reporting year come from the College Scorecard institution file. Values are not adjusted for inflation; missing cells mean the field was not reported or was suppressed for University of Maryland Eastern Shore in that year.
Reporting years in the table below: 2013–2023 (Scorecard labels refer to the institutional submission cycle).
| Year | In-state tuition & fees | Out-of-state tuition & fees | Average net price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | $6,998 | $15,504 | $14,511 |
| 2014 | $7,287 | $16,311 | $14,249 |
| 2015 | $7,625 | $16,687 | $15,453 |
| 2016 | $7,804 | $17,188 | $16,069 |
| 2017 | $8,042 | $18,048 | $15,860 |
| 2018 | $8,302 | $18,508 | $17,745 |
| 2019 | $8,558 | $18,968 | $16,980 |
| 2020 | $8,558 | $18,968 | $15,117 |
| 2021 | $8,724 | $19,343 | $11,662 |
| 2022 | $8,898 | $19,728 | $11,934 |
| 2023 | $8,898 | $19,728 | $14,035 |
Sticker tuition and net price over time
Where the institution reported separate in-state and out-of-state tuition, both appear. Gaps mean the value was not reported for that year.
College Scorecard reporting-year fields (not inflation-adjusted).
Net price by family income
Brackets follow Scorecard definitions for the series shown (public vs private institution).
Latest income-band net prices available in the processed extract.
Acceptance Rate & Admissions
Acceptance Rate
96.41% Acceptance Rate
8,032 Total Applicants
7,258 Students Admitted
728 First-Time Students Enrolled
10.03% Yield (enrolled ÷ admitted)
This institution has a moderate acceptance rate, accepting most qualified applicants.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
Test score data is not available for this institution.
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
GPA requirements are not published by this institution. Contact the admissions office for specific academic requirements.
Estimated GPA and test score ranges.
Enrollment & Student Demographics
University of Maryland Eastern Shore reported total enrollment of about 2,391 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 46% male and 54% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes Black or African American (76.4%), White (7.5%), and Two or More Races (4.5%). About 55.71% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 35.8% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
94.7% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at University of Maryland Eastern Shore in 2024 is 2,391 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 2,783 students. Graduate enrollment is about 701 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
61.8%
2024 Retention Rate
Retention rate measures the number of first-time students who began their studies the previous fall and returned to school the following fall.
Retention rate over time compared to similar institutions.
Enrollment by Race & Ethnicity
The largest enrollment share in our College Scorecard extract is Black or African American at 76.4%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
17.37% 100% Completion Time
35.33% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 17.37% of students graduating from University of Maryland Eastern Shore completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
Completions by Sex (Top Programs)
- Biology/Biological Sciences, General: 23% male / 77% female
- Physical Therapy/Therapist: 37% male / 63% female
- Pharmacy: 32% male / 68% female
IPEDS completions by sex for the five largest programs (aggregate CIPs excluded).
Completions by Race & Ethnicity
Combined IPEDS award counts across reported programs; largest group: Black or African American.
Summed across program completion records in our extract.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for University of Maryland Eastern Shore.
Return on Investment
$27,000 Median Student Debt
$47,697 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
56.61% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
794.01% Return on Investment
5.7 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for University of Maryland Eastern Shore.
Top Programs by Completions
10 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 41 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. Biology/Biological Sciences, General: 30 completions
2. Physical Therapy/Therapist: 30 completions
3. Pharmacy: 28 completions
4. Criminal Justice/Police Science: 23 completions
5. Exercise Science and Kinesiology: 20 completions
6. Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions, Other: 20 completions
7. Family and Consumer Sciences/Human Sciences, General: 19 completions
8. Aeronautics/Aviation/Aerospace Science and Technology, General: 18 completions
9. Physician Associate/Assistant: 17 completions
Most popular programs at University of Maryland Eastern Shore.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for University of Maryland Eastern Shore graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for University of Maryland Eastern Shore from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Full-time faculty share: 72.0%
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $10,872
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $23,374
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
University of Maryland Eastern Shore is a public institution located in Princess Anne, MD, classified as Doctoral Universities: High Research Activity. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were Biology/Biological Sciences, General, Physical Therapy/Therapist, Pharmacy. Enrollment is approximately 2,391 students. Student body composition includes Black or African American (76.4%), White (7.5%), Two or More Races (4.5%). The admission rate is 96.41%. The 150%-time completion rate is 35.33%. Approximately 55.71% of students receive Pell Grants. About 35.8% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Public
Carnegie Classification: Doctoral Universities: High Research Activity
Location
Princess Anne, MD 21853-1299
Region: Mid East
Insights and Analysis
Graduation Rate Considerations: The 35.33% graduation rate at University of Maryland Eastern Shore falls below the national average. Prospective students should carefully consider factors such as academic preparation, support services, and career outcomes when evaluating this institution.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is University of Maryland Eastern Shore located?
University of Maryland Eastern Shore is located in Princess Anne, MD.
What is University of Maryland Eastern Shore's acceptance rate?
The acceptance rate at University of Maryland Eastern Shore is 96.4% among first-time degree-seeking students reporting admissions data. IPEDS reports 8,032 applicants and 7,258 admits in the latest admissions cycle in our extract.
How much does University of Maryland Eastern Shore cost?
Reported tuition is $9,076 and average net price is $13,338 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $11,351 annually.
What is the student body demographics at University of Maryland Eastern Shore?
University of Maryland Eastern Shore reports undergraduate enrollment of about 2,783 students, Black or African American (76.4%), White (7.5%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend University of Maryland Eastern Shore?
About 35.8% of students at University of Maryland Eastern Shore are first-generation college students.
What do graduates of University of Maryland Eastern Shore earn?
Median earnings are $34,624 six years after entry and $47,697 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at University of Maryland Eastern Shore?
The 150%-time completion rate is 35.3% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do University of Maryland Eastern Shore students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $27,000.
Is University of Maryland Eastern Shore public or private?
University of Maryland Eastern Shore is a public institution located in Princess Anne, MD.
Is University of Maryland Eastern Shore an HBCU?
Yes. University of Maryland Eastern Shore is flagged as a historically Black college or university (HBCU) in IPEDS.
Is University of Maryland Eastern Shore a tribal college?
No. University of Maryland Eastern Shore is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Is University of Maryland Eastern Shore a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI)?
Using a 25% Hispanic enrollment threshold on College Scorecard demographics, University of Maryland Eastern Shore does not meet that proxy (reported share 3.5%).
Data Sources
This page uses data from the following sources:
- College Scorecard - U.S. Department of Education
- Institutional characteristics, costs, completion rates, and earnings data
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: collegescorecard.ed.gov
- Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)
- Employment and wage data by occupation
- Latest data: May 2024
- Source: bls.gov/oes
- O*NET Online - U.S. Department of Labor
- Occupational skills, knowledge, abilities, and work activities
- Database version: 28.0 (August 2023)
- Source: onetcenter.org
- IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System) - National Center for Education Statistics
- Institutional data, completions, enrollment, and financial aid
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: nces.ed.gov/ipeds
- Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS)
- Demographic and workforce data
- Latest data: 2023 ACS 5-Year Estimates
- Source: census.gov/acs
- Related geography & profiles
- Maryland college costs
- Maryland colleges by ROI
- Mid East regional profile
- All state profiles
- Regional profiles
- National benchmarks
- School directory
- All schools in Maryland
Data Processing: All data has been processed, cleaned, and aggregated for presentation. Where specific data points are unavailable, estimates are based on available data and clearly marked.
Last Updated: Data reflects the most recent available information as of January 2025.
Methodology
Data for this profile is sourced from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard dataset, which provides comprehensive information on institutions of higher education in the United States.
All financial figures are adjusted for inflation and represent the most recent available data. Graduation rates and completion times are calculated according to federal standards.