Compare 6 Corrections. programs in Maryland. Average earnings: $50,375.
Corrections programs produce graduates earning between $41,764 and $59,575—an $18K spread that demonstrates why program selection matters independently of school prestige. Across 6 ranked programs in Maryland, outcomes vary based on program quality, not institutional reputation.
Frostburg State University's Corrections program leads with graduates earning $59,575, well above the state average of $50,375. Bowie State follows at $57,571, proving that regional public universities dominate this field. The cohort sizes range from 53 to 92 students, indicating healthy program enrollment.
Highest program earnings: $59,575
Strong outcomes with 89% acceptance rate
7.8% payment burden | Excellent
16.8% family burden | Manageable
| Rank | School | Program Earnings | Cohort Size | Student Debt | Student GPS | Parent Debt | Parent GPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | $59,575 | 58 | $21,105 | Excellent | $21,004 | Manageable | |
| #2 | Bowie State UniversityPublic | $57,571 | 92 | $22,985 | Good | $23,158 | Challenging |
| #3 | Stevenson UniversityPrivate | $50,767 | 53 | $26,000 | Manageable | $52,117 | High |
| #4 | Coppin State UniversityPublic | $49,642 | 35 | $25,000 | Manageable | $14,554 | Challenging |
| #5 | $42,929 | 68 | $27,000 | Challenging | $24,886 | High | |
| #6 | Hood CollegePrivate | $41,764 | 15 | $25,000 | Manageable | $23,522 | 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.
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