What's the Average GPA of Accepted Students at UMD?

Hi folks! I'm starting to seriously consider the University of Maryland for college, and I'm curious about the average GPA of students who get accepted. Any idea where I can find this information?

Looking at the student profile data made public by the University of Maryland, College Park (UMD), the average weighted GPA for incoming freshmen tends to be around a 4.45. Please note that admissions offices consider both unweighted and weighted GPAs, as well as the rigor of your high school curriculum.

In other words, while GPA is important, a challenging course load can also speak volumes about your academic abilities. Schools generally appreciate seeing students challenging themselves with rigorous classes such as honors, AP, or IB courses, relative to what is offered at their school. So, focus not just on maintaining a high GPA, but also ensuring that your course load demonstrates your eagerness to learn and challenge yourself academically.

Also remember that GPA is only one of several factors considered during the admissions process. UMD like many other institutions, uses a holistic review process, which means they consider other factors such as your SAT/ACT scores (if you choose to submit them), essays, letters of recommendation, extracurricular activities, and so on.

Best of luck with your college journey!