Freshman Application Deadlines

The submission of your application indicates a serious interest in applying to Maryland. Students no longer interested in being considered for admission should send a written request to cancel their application.


Fall Admission

Priority Consideration Deadlines:

November 1:
Students should apply by this date for best consideration, for merit-based scholarships and invitations to special programs. Students who complete their applications by this date will be mailed a decision letter by late January.

This is not an early decision program; all admitted students have until May 1 to confirm their enrollment.

Please note: All U.S. citizens/permanent residents with any non-U.S. academic records must apply by this deadline.

International Students:  
International students and non-immigrants currently holding or intending to seek an F1 or J1 visa must follow the International Deadlines.


Regular Application Date

January 20
Students who complete their applications by this date will be mailed a decision letter no later than April 1. Applications received after January 20 will be reviewed on a rolling, space-available basis.

Confirmation Date:  

May 1: Deadline for confirming fall enrollment and requesting on-campus housing/meals.


Spring Admission

Application Deadline:

August 1
Deadline for all U.S. citizens/permanent residents with any non-U.S. academic records.

December 1
Applications will be reviewed for admission and decisions released on a rolling basis for spring (January) enrollment. Due to space limitations, applying early is strongly recommended.

International Students:  
International students and non-immigrants currently holding or intending to seek an F1 or J1 visa must follow the International Deadlines.