Best Computer Science Schools in Maryland

Maryland has 8 colleges offering Computer Science programs tracked by the College Scorecard, producing 359 recent graduates. Graduates in Maryland earn $62,464 on average within two years — 9% below the national average of $68,283. Lower cost of living or industry mix may explain the gap.

Schools in MD

$62,464

MD Avg. Earnings

$68,283

National Avg.

389

Schools Nationally

Public vs Private: Computer Science in Maryland

Public Schools (5)

$68,415

avg. 2yr earnings

Private Schools (3)

$58,496

avg. 2yr earnings

Public schools in Maryland produce comparable or higher early earnings for Computer Science graduates, often at lower cost — making them strong value options.

Computer Science Schools in Maryland, Ranked by Earnings

University of Maryland-College Park

College Park, MD · Public

N/A

2yr Earnings

Acceptance: 44.8%

Loyola University Maryland

Baltimore, MD · Private

$58,673

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $76,265

Graduates: 16

Acceptance: 76.3%

University of Maryland-Baltimore County

Baltimore, MD · Public

$70,009

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $69,747

Graduates: 179

Acceptance: 74.2%

Towson University

Towson, MD · Public

$66,821

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $67,242

Graduates: 122

Acceptance: 82.8%

Morgan State University

Baltimore, MD · Public

N/A

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $49,040

Graduates: 20

Acceptance: 83.0%

Frostburg State University

Frostburg, MD · Public

N/A

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $53,431

Graduates: 22

Acceptance: 89.4%

Washington College

Chestertown, MD · Private

$63,005

2yr Earnings

Acceptance: 65.5%

Hood College

Frederick, MD · Private

$53,810

2yr Earnings

Acceptance: 78.1%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best school for Computer Science in Maryland?

University of Maryland-College Park ranks #1 for Computer Science in Maryland with median graduate earnings of N/A within two years of graduation. There are 8 schools offering Computer Science programs in the state.

How much do Computer Science graduates earn in Maryland?

Computer Science graduates in Maryland earn an average of $62,464 within two years of graduation. This is 9% below the national average of $68,283 for this major.

What is the hardest Computer Science school to get into in Maryland?

University of Maryland-College Park is the most selective Computer Science program in Maryland with an acceptance rate of 44.8%. The average acceptance rate across Computer Science programs in the state is 74.3%.

Should I attend a public or private school for Computer Science in Maryland?

In Maryland, private Computer Science programs produce average earnings of $58,496 vs $68,415 at public schools. However, public schools typically cost less — consider net price relative to earnings when calculating ROI. There are 5 public and 3 private options in the state.

Other Popular Majors in Maryland

Computer Engineering $79,410 Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering $72,459 Computer and Information Sciences, General $68,157 Civil Engineering $64,319 Chemical Engineering $63,303 Engineering, General $62,261 Mathematics $58,611 Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions $58,182

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Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study file last updated June 2026. Institution-level figures elsewhere on the site come from the June 2026 release.