Compare 5 Biophysics. programs in Maryland. Average earnings: $41,891.
With top graduates earning $64,819, Biophysics stands out as a field where program choice matters more than school name. The gap between the best and median programs exceeds $23K—proof that evaluating programs individually beats relying on institutional prestige across Maryland's 5 ranked programs.
Towson University's Biophysics program leads with graduates earning $64,819, well above the state average of $41,891. University of Maryland-Baltimore County follows at $52,755, while Stevenson University rounds out the top three at $46,637. The $50K spread between highest and lowest earnings demonstrates program-level factors drive outcomes more than institutional reputation.
High earnings don't tell the whole story—debt burden matters. Towson University graduates borrow $18,718 and face just a 6.1% payment burden, landing in the 'Excellent' category. That means loan payments take a minimal bite out of their post-grad income, with a debt-to-earnings ratio of just 0.29.
| Rank | School | Program Earnings | Cohort Size | Student Debt | Student GPS | Parent Debt | Parent GPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | Towson UniversityPublic | $64,819 | 39 | $18,718 | Excellent | $28,489 | Manageable |
| #2 | $52,755 | 59 | $19,500 | Good | $26,987 | Challenging | |
| #3 | Stevenson UniversityPrivate | $46,637 | 17 | $26,000 | Manageable | $52,117 | High |
| #4 | $30,616 | 55 | $19,000 | High | $35,200 | High | |
| #5 | Johns Hopkins UniversityPrivate | $14,627 | 18 | $10,250 | High | $29,048 | 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 →
