To be eligible for undergraduate admission at the University of Maryland Baltimore County (UMBC), applicants must have a high school diploma or equivalent. A competitive GPA, typically 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale, is recommended. Standardized test scores (SAT/ACT) are optional but can strengthen an application.
For transfer students, completion of at least 30 college credits with a minimum 2.5 GPA is required. International students must demonstrate English proficiency via TOEFL (80+), IELTS (6.5+), or Duolingo (105+). Graduate programs have varying criteria, including a bachelor’s degree, GRE/GMAT scores (if applicable), and program-specific prerequisites.
