International Students and Scholars Services

The tables below show the total estimated cost of attendance for one academic year (12 months) at UMD.The total amount listed in the table already includes estimated costs for:Living Expenses: $21,000Books & Health Insurance: $3,500International Student Fee: $250These figures are estimates and are used for immigration and financial documentation purposes.

This table prepared by NAFSA shows recent country-specific policies that continue to impact visa or immigration benefits for nationals of the listed countries. It is meant for quick-reference only

The latest news and alerts that may impact the immigration status or travel of international students.

The Department of State (DOS) requires institutions like the University of Maryland to report significant incidents involving J-1 or J-2 exchange visitors.  DOS has indicated that any incident that impacts the health, safety, or welfare of J-1 visa holders or that could bring the DOS exchange visitor program notoriety or disrepute is reportable to the DOS. Examples include serious medical issues, hospitalization, natural disasters, allegations of sexual harassment or misconduct. Upon learning of a reportable incident, ISSS is required to report it to DOS within one day.

by Carly A. Park  | November 2025Danuta Liberda-Matyja, a Post-Doctoral Associate with the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry

This summer, ISSS launched the Global Terps for a Greener Future initiative, a year-long project designed to create