Compare 10 Nursing Science. programs in Maryland. Average earnings: $80,926.
Nursing Science programs produce graduates earning between $68,904 and $97,259—a $28K spread that demonstrates why program selection matters independently of school prestige. Across 10 ranked programs in Maryland, outcomes vary based on program quality, not institutional reputation.
Morgan State University's Nursing Science program leads with graduates earning $97,259, well above the state average of $80,926. Washington Adventist University follows at $85,352, while Notre Dame of Maryland University rounds out the top three at $82,904. These results show that program-specific factors drive outcomes more than overall school rankings.
High earnings don't tell the whole story—debt burden matters. Frostburg State University graduates borrow $21,105 and face just a 4.9% payment burden, landing in the 'Excellent' category. Morgan State leads for families with a 9.6% family burden, proving that the best choice depends on who's paying.
| Rank | School | Program Earnings | Cohort Size | Student Debt | Student GPS | Parent Debt | Parent GPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | Morgan State UniversityPublic | $97,259 | 12 | $27,250 | Excellent | $22,000 | Good |
| #2 | $85,352 | 40 | $30,500 | Excellent | $24,093 | Manageable | |
| #3 | $82,904 | 69 | $22,666 | Excellent | $22,517 | Good | |
| #4 | $82,068 | 142 | $21,105 | Excellent | $21,004 | Good | |
| #5 | Coppin State UniversityPublic | $80,803 | 66 | $25,000 | Excellent | $14,554 | Good |
| #6 | Bowie State UniversityPublic | $79,223 | 48 | $22,985 | Excellent | $23,158 | Manageable |
| #7 | Stevenson UniversityPrivate | $79,043 | 196 | $26,000 | Excellent | $52,117 | Challenging |
| #8 | Hood CollegePrivate | $78,873 | 20 | $25,000 | Excellent | $23,522 | Manageable |
| #9 | Towson UniversityPublic | $74,833 | 313 | $18,718 | Excellent | $28,489 | Manageable |
| #10 | Salisbury UniversityPublic | $68,904 | 89 | $21,000 | Excellent | $33,815 | Manageable |
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 →
