International Student Fee
The University of Maryland is proud to provide a welcoming environment to its international community. International students enrich the diversity and culture of our campus community and broaden our global perspective. ISSS is fully committed to supporting their needs as they work towards their academic and professional goals. The international fee allows the University to address increases in costs and expand services.
Why does UMD charge an international student fee?
As a public university, UMD relies on many revenue sources: state appropriations, student tuition, fees, fundraising, and research grants. The international student fee is an additional revenue source to fund programs, services, and infrastructure that supports and strengthens our international students’ experience.
Revenue from the fee enhances support for UMD international students interpersonal, academic, and professional development during their educational journey at the University of Maryland and within the United States.
How much is the international student fee?
The University of Maryland charges a fee of $125 each semester for enrolled students (admitted after Fall 2017) requiring an I-20 or DS-2019 (for degree seeking students in J-1 status) issued by the University. Students enrolled in an academic program operating on the 12-week calendar, who require an I-20 or DS-2019 issued by UMD, will be charged a fee of $62.50 per term.
How does the UMD international student fee compare with similar fees at other universities?
School |
Yearly Fee Amount |
|---|---|
University of Maryland |
$250.00 |
University of Illinois |
$908.00 |
Indiana University |
$700.00 |
University of Iowa |
$250.00 |
University of Michigan |
$1,000.00 |
Michigan State University |
$1,500.00 |
University of Minnesota |
$932.00 |
University of Nebraska-Lincoln |
$240.00 |
Northwestern University |
$50.00 |
Ohio State University |
$2,928.00 |
Pennsylvania State University |
$1,500.00 |
Purdue University |
$2,310.00 |
Rutgers University-New Brunswick |
$500.00 |
University of Wisconsin-Madison |
$200.00 |