”UMD” commonly refers to the University of Maryland, a prominent public research university located in College Park, Maryland, near Washington, D.C. Established in 1856, it serves as the flagship institution of the University System of Maryland.
The university offers a diverse range of academic programs across its eleven schools and colleges, including over 200 degree-granting programs. These encompass 113 undergraduate majors, 107 master’s programs, and 83 doctoral programs.
UMD’s athletic teams, known as the Maryland Terrapins, compete in NCAA Division I as part of the Big Ten Conference. The university’s mascot, Testudo the Terrapin, is a beloved symbol of school spirit.
In addition to its academic and athletic offerings, UMD is renowned for its extensive research initiatives. The university maintains strong collaborations with federal agencies such as the National Institutes of Health, NASA, and the Department of Homeland Security, contributing to its classification among “R1: Doctoral Universities – Very high research activity.”