University Of Maryland-Baltimore County Programs & Rankings

Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences graduates earn $53,762 with relatively low debt of $20,745, creating favorable debt-to-earnings ratios. The program ranks #12 nationally and #1 in Maryland, graduating 72 students annually.

While earnings are moderate, the strong national ranking and manageable debt levels create solid value for students pursuing healthcare careers. Well-suited for students seeking healthcare roles that may prioritize service and job security alongside earnings growth.

Sciences and Mathematics programs show varied outcomes, from Algebra and Number Theory earning $74,668 (#29 nationally) to Biology graduates at $53,673. Biology leads enrollment with 342 graduates annually and ranks #34 nationally, while Biochemistry and Molecular Biology produces smaller cohorts earning $52,755.

Mathematics demonstrates strong value with lower debt burdens, while biological sciences prepare students for diverse career paths including graduate study. Well-suited for students pursuing research, healthcare preparation, or analytical careers.

Social Sciences programs at UMBC combine solid earnings with strong national rankings. Applied Economics graduates earn $68,275 and rank #97 nationally, while American Government and Politics produces $57,577 earnings with #81 national ranking.

Psychology leads enrollment with 320 graduates earning $48,488, ranking #50 nationally and #2 in Maryland. Forensic Social Work stands out with exceptional value (94.3) and #12 national ranking despite moderate earnings of $52,571.

These programs serve students interested in public service, policy analysis, and human services careers.

Communication and Media Studies graduates earn $49,889 with moderate debt levels of $32,030. The program ranks #95 nationally and #4 in Maryland, graduating 68 students annually with a value score of 63.1.

While earnings are modest compared to STEM fields, the program provides preparation for media, marketing, and communication careers. Best suited for students passionate about storytelling, media production, and communication strategy who prioritize career satisfaction alongside financial outcomes.

Art History, Criticism and Conservation represents UMBC's humanities offerings, with graduates earning $43,351 and ranking #28 nationally. Despite lower earnings typical of humanities fields, the program achieves an impressive value score of 88.1, indicating strong outcomes relative to debt and program expectations.

With 57 graduates annually, the program maintains reasonable enrollment while delivering quality education. These programs serve students passionate about cultural studies, museum work, and arts administration who prioritize intellectual engagement and cultural contribution alongside economic outcomes.