Compare 5 Illustration. programs in Maryland. Average earnings: $41,931.
With top graduates earning $48,404, Illustration stands out as a field where program choice matters more than school name. The gap between the best and median programs exceeds $7K—proof that evaluating programs individually beats relying on institutional prestige.
Stevenson University's Illustration program leads with graduates earning $48,404, followed closely by University of Maryland-Baltimore County at $45,665. The average across Maryland's 5 programs is $41,931, demonstrating meaningful variation even within a single state's offerings.
High earnings don't tell the whole story—debt burden matters. University of Maryland-Baltimore County graduates borrow $19,500 and face just an 11.6% payment burden, landing in the 'Good' category. That means loan payments take a manageable bite out of their post-grad income compared to other options.
Highest program earnings: $48,404
Strong outcomes with 83% acceptance
11.6% payment burden | Good
30.0% family burden | High burden
| Rank | School | Program Earnings | Cohort Size | Student Debt | Student GPS | Parent Debt | Parent GPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | Stevenson UniversityPrivate | $48,404 | 37 | $26,000 | Manageable | $52,117 | High |
| #2 | $45,665 | 28 | $19,500 | Good | $26,987 | High | |
| #3 | $45,271 | 180 | $26,500 | Manageable | $63,100 | High | |
| #4 | Bowie State UniversityPublic | $45,119 | 21 | $22,985 | Manageable | $23,158 | High |
| #5 | $25,194 | 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 →
