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University of Maryland-Baltimore County SAT & ACT scores

Enrolled first-year students who submitted SAT scores for fall 2024 had a middle 50% of about 1240-1420. Their ACT composite middle 50% was 25-31. University of Maryland-Baltimore County admitted 72% of applicants and considered SAT or ACT scores when submitted, but did not require them (test-optional).

SAT middle 50%
1240-1420
ACT middle 50%
25-31
Acceptance rate
72%
Test policy, fall 2024
Test-optional
Undergraduates
10,701

Quick answer

What SAT score do you need for University of Maryland-Baltimore County?

There is no published minimum. Aim for 1420 or higher to sit in the top quarter of University of Maryland-Baltimore County's SAT submitters; 1240 marks the bottom quarter. Its SAT midpoint is higher than at 81% of the 902 colleges in this directory that report SAT scores.

Score check

Where does your score land at University of Maryland-Baltimore County?

The middle 50% describes enrolled students who chose to submit scores, so test-optional colleges can show higher ranges than their full class. Scores are one part of an application.

Fall 2024 entering class

University of Maryland-Baltimore County SAT and ACT score ranges

Score percentiles of enrolled first-year students who submitted scores
Measure25th percentile50th percentile75th percentile
SAT Reading and Writing630660700
SAT Math610660720
SAT total (estimated)124013201420
ACT composite252931

The two sections are balanced: the top quarter starts at 700 in Reading and Writing and 720 in Math, and neither section's middle 50% spans more than 110 points.

College Scorecard's SAT-equivalent average for admitted students is 1323.

Testing policy

Does University of Maryland-Baltimore County require the SAT or ACT?

Reported for fall 2024: Test-optional

University of Maryland-Baltimore County told the U.S. Department of Education that it considered SAT or ACT scores when submitted, but did not require them (test-optional) for students entering in fall 2024.

Check the current cycle

Many colleges have changed testing rules since 2024, and several now require scores again. Confirm the policy for your application year on University of Maryland-Baltimore County's website before deciding whether to submit.

Beyond scores

Cost and outcomes at University of Maryland-Baltimore County

In-state tuition and fees (2024-25)
$13,256
Out-of-state tuition and fees (2024-25)
$31,275
Average net price after aid (2023-24)
$16,467
First-year retention rate
85%
Graduation rate within 6 years
70%
Median earnings 10 years after entry
$69,960

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FAQ

University of Maryland-Baltimore County admissions questions

What SAT score do you need to get into University of Maryland-Baltimore County?

University of Maryland-Baltimore County does not publish a minimum SAT score. Among enrolled first-year students who submitted SAT scores for fall 2024, the middle 50% scored between 1240 and 1420 (estimated from section scores). A score of 1420 or higher would place you in the top quarter of that group; 1240 marks the bottom quarter.

What ACT score do you need for University of Maryland-Baltimore County?

Enrolled first-year students who submitted ACT scores for fall 2024 had a middle 50% composite of 25 to 31, with a median of 29. Scoring 31 or above puts you in the top quarter of submitters.

Does University of Maryland-Baltimore County require the SAT or ACT?

For fall 2024 entry, University of Maryland-Baltimore County reported to the U.S. Department of Education that it considered SAT or ACT scores when submitted, but did not require them (test-optional). Testing policies have changed at many colleges since then, so confirm the current policy on University of Maryland-Baltimore County's admissions website before you apply.

What is University of Maryland-Baltimore County's acceptance rate?

University of Maryland-Baltimore County admitted 72% of applicants for fall 2024, according to data it reported to the U.S. Department of Education.

Sources and method

Where these numbers come from

Test scores: 25th, 50th and 75th percentile SAT section scores and ACT composites of first-time students who enrolled in fall 2024 and submitted scores, as each college reported to IPEDS. Composite SAT ranges add the two section percentiles, so they are an estimate of the true composite range.

Admissions and test policy: Fall 2024 entering class, reported to IPEDS in 2024-25. Policies change; check each college's admissions site before applying.

Cost and outcomes: tuition for academic year 2024-25; average net price for academic year 2023-24; graduation rate for first-time, full-time students who started in 2018-19, graduating within 150% of normal time (6 years for a bachelor's degree); median earnings 10 years after entry, measured in 2020 and 2021, in 2022 dollars.

Coverage: colleges currently operating that reported SAT or ACT ranges and enrolled at least 500 undergraduates. Data released 2026-06-10, retrieved 2026-10-05. Spot an error? Email [email protected].