We offer an array of financial aid programs—including scholarships, grants, loans and student employment—as part of our commitment to making an excellent education affordable. We understand that without financial support, a college degree would be out of reach for many talented students.
Exempt positions are managerial, administrative and professional. They are salaried positions that are not subject to the overtime provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act. Exempt employees are ineligible to receive overtime; a full-time commitment typically requires a minimum of 40 hours per work week.
Top 50. The University of Maryland has risen to No. 44 among national universities in 2025 rankings from U.S. News & World Report, its best-ever showing—and a 20-position leap since 2020.
The Faculty Staff Assistance Program (FSAP) is an assessment, referral, coaching, consultation and short-term counseling service available to all full and part-time employees of the University of Maryland.
Every year, the University of Maryland-College Park grants around 945 degrees to students studying Computer Science, which is the institution's most popular major. Other popular majors include Biology/Biological Sciences, General, Information Science/Studies, Psychology, and General.
The Educational Assistance Grant (EAG) is a need-based program. Annual award amounts range from $400 to $3,000 and are determined by student need. To be eligible for the EAG, a student must: File the FAFSA or MSFAA by March 1st each year.
The Educational Assistance Grant (EAG) is a need-based program. Annual award amounts range from $400 to $3,000 and are determined by student need. To be eligible for the EAG, a student must: File the FAFSA or MSFAA by March 1st each year.
The Educational Assistance Grant (EAG) is a need-based program. Annual award amounts range from $400 to $3,000 and are determined by student need. To be eligible for the EAG, a student must: File the FAFSA or MSFAA by March 1st each year.
The Maryland Small Grants Program (MSGP) is intended to help smaller nonprofits more easily and efficiently apply for funding. Maryland organizations with an annual budget under $3 million a year are eligible to apply for an initial grant of up to $50K for two years ($100K total).
The Delegate Howard P. Rawlings Guaranteed Access (GA) Grant is a need-based grant thatprovides financial assistance to eligible applicants enrolled at postsecondary institutions for educational expenses. The Guaranteed Access Grant awards up to $18,000 towards a student's calculated financial need.