University of Maryland-College Park Top Questions

Perhaps the most unique thing about my school that I found set it apart from others is the diversity on campus. Throughout my experiences, I have interacted with so many different types of people. Whether in the classroom or in a casual setting I have been given the opportunity to witness and appreciate innumerable ways of life. This has by far been the most beneficial aspect of college which I firmly believe has best prepared me for being a productive member of society.

As I was applying for school, I knew I wanted to major in Special Education. The University of Maryland has a top-10 ranked BS/MED program in Special Education, and will allow me to graduate with both a Masters Degree in Special Education as well as teacher-certification for students with general and severe disabilities. This program has given me internship opportunities in school, as well as coursework that will be very benficial for my future career.

The major that I chose is exclusive, creating a family-like atmosphere amoung students and professors.

UMD is located in the middle of Anapolis, Baltimore and DC. The school itself allows you to explore practically anything that interests you, but the accessibility to these cities truly makes it unique. DC provides access to internships in business and government, and access to other parts of the world that other campuses can't come close to. Anapolis has great history and a chance to relax, enjoy the water in the summers, and have a completely unique experience. Baltimore provides further variety. The diversity gives you a chance to learn about people and you are very well connected.

The University of Maryland is very diverse.

My school is known for its famous slogan "Fear the Turtle."

More diversity of classes, people, and opportunities. It is close to Washinton DC.

The University of Maryland provided a Music Education degree with a focus on saxophone performance. In other words, I was able to study to become a Music Teacher while maintaining the level of a performance major. The size and location of the school provided numerous oppurtunities for me to perform as well as interact socially with students, teachers, professors, and musicians.

There is a great variety of courses available that one can take, the tuition fees are very reasonable and affordable, research facilities are great and well up to date, internet access all over the university, allot of activites are available, and many majors to choose from.

Agricultural and engineering opportunities..close to Washington DC and Chesapeake Bay

Huge but awesome! The diversity on campus is nearly unrivaled.

Everyone is dedicated to obtaining good grades, everyone is hard working. Everyone attending UMCP actually wants to be here.

The campus is beautiful and the people are friendly. I did an overnight at Maryland when I was in high school and that is how I feel in love with the campus and the students. Everyone there is very inviting but I think it was a natural fit for my personality.

U of M is a good school that is relatively cheap. The education you get and the connections you make are well worth the money.

the size

university of maryland is extremely school spirted, even when we lose!!!!!

it's size and diversity.

It's a state school that will far exceed any of your expectations for a state school. There is so much opportunity as an undergraduate and so many career options since it is so close to Washington, D.C.

strong emphasis on engineering and the sciences. there is plenty of lab space.

We have a cool mascot!