Washington, DC · College Park, MD · Source: IPEDS federal database
| American University | University of Maryland-College Park | |
|---|---|---|
| Acceptance Rate | 47.4% | 44.8% |
| In-State Tuition | $56,543 | $11,505 |
| Out-of-State Tuition | $56,543 | $40,306 |
| Average Net Price | $24,338 | $15,833 |
| Graduation Rate | 78.0% | 89.0% |
GradFax Analysis
American University accepts 47.4% of applicants. University of Maryland-College Park accepts 44.8%. American University's tuition is $56,543. University of Maryland-College Park's is $11,505. That's a $45,038 difference per year. American University graduates 78% of students in 6 years. University of Maryland-College Park graduates 89%.
Bottom Line
University of Maryland-College Park is public; American University is private. If you're an in-state student, University of Maryland-College Park will cost significantly less. Check the net price numbers above before deciding.
Source: IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
University of Maryland-College Park. It accepts 44.8% of applicants, per IPEDS data.
Source: IPEDS
University of Maryland-College Park has lower published tuition: $11,505 versus $56,543. Financial aid can flip this, so compare your actual award letters.
Source: IPEDS
University of Maryland-College Park: 89% of students finish in 6 years. American University is at 78%.
Source: IPEDS
Data from IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System), a federal database maintained by the U.S. Department of Education. Figures represent the most recent available academic year.