Compare 5 Biological and Physical Sciences. programs in Maryland. Average earnings: $46,303.
The highest-earning Biological and Physical Sciences program isn't at the most prestigious school. With a $45K earnings gap across 5 programs in Maryland, the data confirms: program-level factors drive outcomes more than institutional brand.
Loyola University Maryland's Biological and Physical Sciences program leads with graduates earning $67,029, well above the state average of $46,303. McDaniel College follows at $55,602, while Towson University rounds out the top three at $43,697—demonstrating that program quality varies independently of overall school reputation.
Highest program earnings: $67,029
Strong outcomes with 76% acceptance
8.3% payment burden | Good
25.6% family burden | High burden - payment over 25% of discretionary
| Rank | School | Program Earnings | Cohort Size | Student Debt | Student GPS | Parent Debt | Parent GPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | Loyola University MarylandPrivate | $67,029 | 36 | $27,000 | Good | $50,344 | High |
| #2 | Mcdaniel CollegePrivate | $55,602 | 9 | $25,000 | Good | $31,791 | High |
| #3 | Towson UniversityPublic | $43,697 | 13 | $18,718 | Manageable | $28,489 | High |
| #4 | Stevenson UniversityPrivate | $42,994 | 34 | $26,000 | Manageable | $52,117 | High |
| #5 | $22,192 | 10 | $27,000 | High | $24,886 | High |
Our program rankings answer: "Which schools have the best outcomes for graduates of this specific major?"
Unlike traditional rankings that measure overall school quality, these rankings focus on program-level outcomes. A school that's #200 overall might have a top-10 nursing program — and that matters if you're studying nursing.
Data based on 2024-2025 Dept of Education reporting standards. Learn about our methodology →
