Head-to-Head Analysis
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Updated January 2026 • Memphis, TN & Baltimore, MD
When students choose between Notre Dame Of Maryland University and Baptist Health Sciences University, they're comparing two health-focused institutions with dramatically different financial profiles. Both prepare students for nursing and healthcare careers, but one delivers better outcomes at nearly half the cost.
The data reveals that Baptist Health Sciences offers both lower costs and higher earnings — a rare combination that reshapes the value equation for health career preparation.
Median Student Debt at Graduation
$29,500
federal loans
$22,666
federal loans
Median Parent PLUS Loans
$14,428
borrowed by parents
$22,517
borrowed by parents
Both schools concentrate heavily on health professions. Notre Dame's largest programs include Registered Nursing (69 graduates), Liberal Arts (40), and Biology (12).
Baptist Health Sciences shows deeper health focus with Nursing (136 graduates), Allied Health Diagnostic Professions (46), and Health Administration (17). This concentration helps explain Baptist Health Sciences' stronger career outcomes — students are immersed in a specialized healthcare environment with focused resources and industry connections.
For students prioritizing healthcare career value, Baptist Health Sciences delivers superior outcomes at dramatically lower cost. Notre Dame offers a traditional liberal arts environment with broader academic options, making it the better choice for students seeking educational diversity beyond health sciences.
The data points to Baptist Health Sciences as the stronger financial value — spending $11,135 less per year while earning $7,185 more creates a compelling financial advantage. If healthcare career preparation is your primary goal and cost matters, Baptist Health Sciences is the clear choice.
The Memphis location also provides access to a major medical hub with extensive clinical opportunities.
Key Takeaway
The numbers are close, but the best school depends on your goals, values, and career aspirations.
This comparison was generated using Azimuth's proprietary ROI framework, developed by founder Daniel Rogers. Our methodology transforms federal education data into actionable insights for families.
This comparison uses Azimuth's proprietary ROI model based on U.S. Dept. of Education data. View Full Methodology.
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