Is University of Maryland-College Park worth it?
University of Maryland-College Park is a public, four-year institution in College Park, Maryland (large suburb). It awarded 11,782 degrees and certificates in 2024, most often in computer science, information science and biology sciences.
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Median earnings 1 year after
$56,509
Median earnings 4 years after
$84,365
Median earnings 10 years after
$82,860
Average net price
$15,678
Completion rate
89%
Completions (2024)
11,782
Years to pay back
under 1 year
Students (undergrad)
30,760
Median earnings after completing, by program
| Program | Credential | Median earnings, 1yr | Median earnings, 4yr | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Computer Science | Bachelor's | $99,756 | $137,931 | 506 |
| Information Science/Studies | Bachelor's | $70,344 | $109,092 | 429 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | Master's | $125,159 | $160,946 | 383 |
| Economics | Bachelor's | $58,650 | $83,880 | 357 |
| Communication and Media Studies | Bachelor's | $43,696 | $74,402 | 279 |
| Biology, General | Bachelor's | $30,325 | $64,867 | 274 |
| Public Health | Bachelor's | $38,273 | $72,328 | 272 |
| Mechanical Engineering | Bachelor's | $76,485 | $100,003 | 250 |
| Criminology | Bachelor's | $43,698 | $67,258 | 242 |
| Political Science and Government | Bachelor's | $42,688 | $74,437 | 224 |
| Finance and Financial Management Services | Bachelor's | $75,689 | $110,648 | 208 |
| Psychology, General | Bachelor's | $35,933 | $57,575 | 187 |
| Curriculum and Instruction | Master's | $62,213 | $71,793 | 169 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | Bachelor's | $65,842 | $86,590 | 164 |
| Marketing | Bachelor's | $61,578 | $93,782 | 160 |
Source: College Scorecard, June 2026 release, and IPEDS. Earnings cover federally aided students only, so they do not cover every graduate.
Awards conferred, by program
| Program | Award level | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Computer Science | Bachelor's | 948 |
| Information Science/Studies | Bachelor's | 702 |
| Biology/Biological Sciences, General | Bachelor's | 428 |
| Psychology, General | Bachelor's | 395 |
| Engineering, General | Master's | 375 |
| Finance, General | Bachelor's | 359 |
| Management Science | Master's | 327 |
| Public Health, Other | Bachelor's | 316 |
| Mechanical Engineering | Bachelor's | 302 |
| Criminology | Bachelor's | 290 |
Federal view: Census PSEO, most recent federal cohort, one year after completion
| Industry | Share of graduates | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|
| Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 32% | 18,410 |
| Educational Services | 13% | 7,755 |
| Health Care and Social Assistance | 7% | 4,133 |
| Finance and Insurance | 7% | 3,923 |
| Information | 5% | 3,033 |
| Manufacturing | 5% | 2,991 |
| Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services | 5% | 2,957 |
| Public Administration | 5% | 2,822 |
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Sources: federal figures for University of Maryland-College Park. Federal figures from College Scorecard and IPEDS. Occupation pay from Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS for Maryland. Counts under 10 are not published.
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