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Maryland Public Bachelor's Universities

Compare 656 programs at 14 universities in Maryland — graduates, earnings, debt and costs from the federal record on every listing.

14 universities · ranked best first

how we rank
1
UM University of Maryland-College Park logo

University of Maryland-College Park

College Park, Maryland · Public University · Est. 1856

US #79 ROI A Admissions open
Net price
$15,678/yr
Admission rate
45%
Earnings (10yr)
$82,860
Students
30,760
2
UM University of Maryland-Baltimore County logo

University of Maryland-Baltimore County

Baltimore, Maryland · Public University · Est. 1966

US #178 ROI B Admissions open
Net price
$16,467/yr
Admission rate
72%
Earnings (10yr)
$69,960
Students
10,701
3
UM University of Maryland Eastern Shore logo

University of Maryland Eastern Shore

Princess Anne, Maryland · Public University · Est. 1886

US #325 ROI F Admissions open
Net price
$13,338/yr
Admission rate
96%
Earnings (10yr)
$47,697
Students
2,391
4
TU Towson University logo

Towson University

Towson, Maryland · Public University · Est. 1866

US #334 ROI B Admissions open
Net price
$17,413/yr
Admission rate
82%
Earnings (10yr)
$64,390
Students
16,136
5
UB University of Baltimore logo

University of Baltimore

Baltimore, Maryland · Public University · Est. 1925

US #376 ROI C Admissions open
Net price
$13,868/yr
Admission rate
79%
Earnings (10yr)
$61,335
Students
1,133
6
MS Morgan State University logo

Morgan State University

Baltimore, Maryland · Public University · Est. 1867

US #398 ROI D Admissions open
Net price
$14,985/yr
Admission rate
82%
Earnings (10yr)
$50,698
Students
9,019
7
UM University of Maryland Global Campus logo

University of Maryland Global Campus

Adelphi, Maryland · Public University · Est. 1947

US #495 ROI B Admissions open
Net price
$22,063/yr
Earnings (10yr)
$65,287
Students
49,664
8
SU Salisbury University logo

Salisbury University

Salisbury, Maryland · Public University · Est. 1925

US #722 ROI B Admissions open
Net price
$17,743/yr
Admission rate
87%
Earnings (10yr)
$61,515
Students
6,057
9
FS Frostburg State University logo

Frostburg State University

Frostburg, Maryland · Public University · Est. 1898

US #819 ROI C Admissions open
Net price
$16,715/yr
Admission rate
89%
Earnings (10yr)
$55,493
Students
2,909
10
UM University of Maryland Baltimore logo

University of Maryland Baltimore

Baltimore, Maryland · Public University · Est. 1807

US #869 ROI A Admissions open
Earnings (10yr)
$88,174
Students
958
11
BS Bowie State University logo

Bowie State University

Bowie, Maryland · Public University · Est. 1865

US #889 ROI C Admissions open
Net price
$19,298/yr
Admission rate
72%
Earnings (10yr)
$54,537
Students
5,043
12
CS Coppin State University logo

Coppin State University

Baltimore, Maryland · Public University · Est. 1900

US #988 ROI F Admissions open
Net price
$9,977/yr
Admission rate
46%
Earnings (10yr)
$46,490
Students
1,844
13
SM St. Mary's College of Maryland logo

St. Mary's College of Maryland

St. Mary's City, Maryland · Public University · Est. 1840

US #1374 ROI C Admissions open
Net price
$18,441/yr
Admission rate
69%
Earnings (10yr)
$60,110
Students
1,603
14
US United States Naval Academy logo

United States Naval Academy

Annapolis, Maryland · Public University · Est. 1845

US #1399 Admissions open
Admission rate
9%
Students
4,474

Frequently asked questions

Which are the best universities for public Bachelor's universities in Maryland?

By our composite ranking, the top choices include University of Maryland-College Park, University of Maryland-Baltimore County, University of Maryland Eastern Shore. The full ranked list above shows each one's national rank, costs and admission data.

How much does it cost to study public Bachelor's universities in Maryland?

Costs vary widely by university: public institutions charge in-state residents far less than out-of-state and international students, and private universities set one price for everyone. Every listing above shows the published tuition and net price we hold from the federal College Scorecard, so you can compare like with like.

Can international students work while studying public Bachelor's universities in Maryland?

Yes, within the rules of the F-1 student visa: on-campus work during term, Curricular Practical Training tied to the program, and Optional Practical Training (OPT) after graduating — with a longer extension for eligible STEM degrees.

Why study in Maryland?

Filtering by Maryland keeps living costs, in-state tuition eligibility and part-time work in one place — the results above are limited to institutions located there.

About public Bachelor's universities in Maryland

This page lists public Bachelor's universities in Maryland held in our database, ordered by a composite score that combines QS World positions, our editorial star rating, academic breadth, internationalisation and student support — never paid placement. Program and cost figures come from the US Department of Education's College Scorecard. Use the filters to narrow by subject, level, university type or location; every combination has its own address you can bookmark or share.

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