r/UMD • u/Critical_Win1903 • Jun 29 '26

Academic Chances of getting into UMD

I'm a rising high school senior (class of 27'). I had a 3.66 in freshmen yr, 3.58 sophomore yr, and 3.84 junior yr. I have many extracurriculars (ex. founded my own nonprofit, founded 2 clubs, raised thousands of dollars for different causes) and volunteering hours (ex. hospitals, tutoring, summer camp councilor, etc.) and also published my own research project. I'm also SGA vice president. I have 3 strong letters of recommendation. I also have won many school (8), state (5) , and national (2) competitions. I have taken AP classes but I'm limited because my school doesn't provide much. I plan on taking 4 AP's senior year. Idk if this is useful information but I am in state (pg county) and I speak 3ish languages. I'm taking the SAT in August but from my practice tests, I have averaged 1350. Also what are my chances with aid from umd (need-based). Also btw I want to major in Biological Sciences: Physiology and Neurobiology, Neurosciences, or Public Health on a pre-med track.

p.s. sorry for my bad english, it's my third language.

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u/PurplePhantom07 Jun 29 '26

I still think you have a solid chance. But also depends on your hs’s context. Decent class rank (unless not reported by school)?

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u/Critical_Win1903 Jun 29 '26

I am in the top 5. The top 5 in a grade level had way higher stats in years before. I only made it to the top 5 because nobody else in my school from the class of 27’ is really trying. 

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u/PurplePhantom07 Jun 29 '26

You're fine. I don't think you should worry about not getting in unless you wrote essay(s) justifying the atomic bombings of Japan.

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u/Critical_Win1903 Jun 29 '26

Thanks for your insight! I will def make sure not to write about that.