Compare 5 Information Science/Studies. programs in Maryland. Average earnings: $76,531.
The highest-earning Information Science/Studies. program isn't at the most prestigious school. With a $39K earnings gap across 5 programs, the data confirms: program-level factors drive outcomes more than institutional brand.
University Of Maryland-College Park's Information Science/Studies. program leads with graduates earning $95,042. The average across Maryland programs is $76,531, but the gap between top and bottom performers spans nearly $40K—demonstrating that program selection matters more than school reputation alone.
High earnings don't tell the whole story—debt burden matters. University Of Maryland-College Park graduates borrow $19,000 and face just a 3.6% payment burden, landing in the 'Excellent' category. That means loan payments take a minimal bite out of their post-grad income.
Highest program earnings: $95,042
Strong outcomes ($82,936) with 74% acceptance
3.6% payment burden | Excellent
11.3% family burden | Good
| Rank | School | Program Earnings | Cohort Size | Student Debt | Student GPS | Parent Debt | Parent GPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | $95,042 | 559 | $19,000 | Excellent | $35,200 | Good | |
| #2 | $82,936 | 248 | $19,500 | Excellent | $26,987 | Good | |
| #3 | Salisbury UniversityPublic | $75,999 | 55 | $21,000 | Excellent | $33,815 | Manageable |
| #4 | Towson UniversityPublic | $72,968 | 41 | $18,718 | Excellent | $28,489 | Manageable |
| #5 | Morgan State UniversityPublic | $55,711 | 32 | $27,250 | Good | $22,000 | Challenging |
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 →
