University of Maryland Eastern Shore is a public 4-year college in Princess Anne, Maryland with 2,391 undergraduates. It admits 96% of applicants, costs an average of $17,378 a year after grants and graduates 35% of its students.
Figures from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, released October 15, 2026. What each number covers.
University of Maryland Eastern Shore acceptance rate and admissions
University of Maryland Eastern Shore admitted 96% of applicants for fall 2024. The median acceptance rate at 4-year colleges is 77%.
Test scores: Neither required nor recommended (as reported for fall 2024 admission). That means you can apply without SAT or ACT scores. Check the admissions office for the current policy.
University of Maryland Eastern Shore application deadlines 2026-27
| Round | Deadline |
|---|---|
| Rolling admission | Applications reviewed as they arrive |
Application fee through the Common App: $35 for U.S. applicants. Confirm dates on University of Maryland Eastern Shore’s admissions page; see every college on the deadline calendar.
Source: Common App 2026-27 first-year deadlines, fees and requirements grid, updated Sep 25, 2026.
University of Maryland Eastern Shore tuition, cost and net price
| Tuition and fees, in-state (2025-26) | $9,366 |
|---|---|
| Tuition and fees, out-of-state (2025-26) | $20,911 |
| On-campus housing and food (2025-26) | $11,919 |
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $26,131 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $17,378 |
Students who get federal aid pay an average of $17,378 a year after grants and scholarships, $8,753 less than the full cost of attendance. This figure covers in-state students.
What families pay, by income
Average yearly cost after grants for aided first-time students paying in-state tuition, by family income (2024-25):
Your own price depends on your family's full situation. Run University of Maryland Eastern Shore's net price calculator for a personal estimate, or make a "what it costs us" card.
University of Maryland Eastern Shore graduation rate, earnings and debt
- 35% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years (students who started in 2019).
- Former students earned a median of $52,085 a year, 10 years after they started (students who received federal aid and were working).
- Students who completed left with a median of $22,960 in federal student loans.
Earnings compared
Debt compared
Median debt is 44% of median earnings 10 years after entry. Many advisers suggest keeping total student debt below one year of expected pay. See the monthly payment.
University of Maryland Eastern Shore majors and what graduates earn
University of Maryland Eastern Shore awarded bachelor's degrees in 29 fields recently. The best-paid graduates four years out came from computer and information sciences ($89,918).
All 29 majors at University of Maryland Eastern Shore
Four-year earnings: graduates of 2017-18 and 2018-19, measured in 2022 and 2023, in 2024 dollars. Fields with few graduates have no published earnings.
Graduate programs at University of Maryland Eastern Shore
20 graduate programs awarded degrees recently. Largest first.
Show 20 graduate programs
| Program | Degree | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Physical and occupational therapy | Professional doctorate | 30 | n/a | n/a |
| Pharmacy | Professional doctorate | 28 | n/a | n/a |
| Allied health (PA, radiography, therapy and more) | Master's | 17 | n/a | $149,220 |
| Physical and occupational therapy | Master's | 10 | n/a | n/a |
| Education leadership | Doctoral | 9 | n/a | n/a |
| School counseling and student services | Master's | 7 | n/a | n/a |
| Food Science and Technology | Doctoral | 5 | n/a | n/a |
| Teacher education by subject | Master's | 5 | n/a | n/a |
| IT and network administration | Master's | 4 | $59,793 | n/a |
| Teacher education by grade level | Master's | 3 | n/a | n/a |
| Criminology | Master's | 3 | n/a | n/a |
| Food Science and Technology | Master's | 2 | n/a | n/a |
| Interdisciplinary studies, other | Doctoral | 2 | n/a | n/a |
| Chemistry | Master's | 2 | n/a | n/a |
| Ecology and evolutionary biology | Doctoral | 1 | n/a | n/a |
| Computer and information sciences | Master's | 0 | n/a | n/a |
| Special education | Master's | 0 | n/a | n/a |
| Pharmacology and Toxicology | Doctoral | 0 | n/a | n/a |
| Ecology and evolutionary biology | Master's | 0 | n/a | n/a |
| Pharmacy | Doctoral | 0 | $84,690 | $133,501 |
Students and location
- 2,391 degree-seeking undergraduates (fall 2024)
- 54% women, 46% men
- 11 students for every faculty member
- Setting: town near a city
- Accredited by Middle States Commission on Higher Education
Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at University of Maryland Eastern Shore?
University of Maryland Eastern Shore admitted 96% of applicants for fall 2024, according to the U.S. Department of Education.
How much does University of Maryland Eastern Shore cost?
Tuition and fees for 2025-26 are $9,366 for in-state students and $20,911 for out-of-state students. After grants and scholarships, aided students paid an average net price of $17,378 a year in 2024-25.
Is University of Maryland Eastern Shore test-optional?
For fall 2024 admission, University of Maryland Eastern Shore reported that test scores were: neither required nor recommended. Policies change, so confirm with the admissions office.
What is the graduation rate at University of Maryland Eastern Shore?
35% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years.
How much do University of Maryland Eastern Shore graduates make?
Former students who received federal aid earned a median of $52,085 a year 10 years after they started, in 2024 dollars.
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Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard, data release of October 15, 2026. What each figure means and the year it covers.