University of Maryland

The University of Maryland (UMD), the flagship institution of the University System of Maryland, is one of the nation’s leading public research universities.

Located in College Park, just 10 miles from Washington, D.C., UMD is the only public research university inside the Capital Beltway, providing students with unmatched access to internships, research, federal agencies, Fortune 500 companies, nonprofits, and cultural institutions. This prime location, combined with world-class faculty and facilities, creates exceptional opportunities to learn, innovate, and make a difference.

With more than 100 undergraduate majors, 12 colleges and schools, and over 800 student organizations, Terps have countless opportunities to explore their interests, develop their talents, and build lifelong connections.