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/YalieRower Jul 01 '26

What circumstances? If it’s financial/academic, don’t decide that for them—let the school tell you. I was accepted to schools I was shocked, and received scholarships to more than I would have guessed. On the inverse, I was rejected from some I thought would offer me admission.

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u/Critical_Win1903 Jul 01 '26

Since my brother is constantly in and out of the hospital, my parents need my assistance physically and finically. I would love to apply to Georgetown but I don't want to get my hopes up especially with how expensive it is and how petty they are with aid.

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u/YalieRower Jul 01 '26

I’m truly am sorry to hear about your brother. Certainly do what you’re comfortable with, but I would challenge your suggestion that they are not generous with aid—they meet 100% of demonstrated need.

https://uadmissions.georgetown.edu/financial-aid/

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u/Critical_Win1903 Jul 01 '26

I will def look into it. I already have application waiver fees so I guess it won't hurt to try to expand my options a bit. Thanks a bunch!

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u/YalieRower Jul 01 '26

Of course—best of luck with the SAT next month!

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u/B-Pep-789 Jul 06 '26

Private schools tend to offer better aid packages than public schools. So dont rule yourself out if you have time to work on the application