Best colleges in Maryland
Think Big in This Small State
There’s plenty of room for you in Maryland
As one of the smaller states in the country, Maryland is also one of the most populated. Nicknamed “Little America”, its long history makes the state a hub of renowned, historical colleges and universities. Public and private campuses in Baltimore, College Park, Towson, Annapolis and across the state make up 55 colleges in total, including some of the oldest schools in the country and one of the most prominent military academies in the U.S.* Maryland not only nabbed a top spot as one of the “greenest states” in the country but also one of the wealthiest.* With bustling city centers in Baltimore and the Washington, D.C. areas, Maryland also has the lowest poverty rate, 7.8%, in the country, and an unemployment rate close to the national average.*
Maryland’s close proximity to Washington D.C. makes it a major hub for government and military opportunities, including technical and admin positions, defense and aerospace industries and bio-research firms. However, it also gives you close access to all the historical, and mostly free, attractions in our nation’s capital. If history isn’t your thing, touch into your outdoorsy side with a hike at Oregon Ridge Park or spend some time at the beach at Calvert Cliffs State Park. Or continue learning at the National Aquarium in Baltimore or the Maryland Science Center. And when you feel like being loud, go cheer on the 2013 Superbowl Champions, the Baltimore Ravens. Join the other 5.9 million Marylanders and see what’s so great about Little America.
Click Here to See the Best Colleges in the US*Bureau of Labor Statistics *Wikipedia, “Maryland”, “List of colleges and universities in Maryland” *www.proximityone.com/stmhi0910.htm *www.forbes.comBest Four Year Universities in Maryland
Johns Hopkins University offers 497 degree programs. It's a very large, private not-for-profit, four-year university in a large city.
The University of Maryland is a public university founded in 1856 and is the largest university in the state with over 40,000 students. Located in suburban College Park just south of downtown Baltimore, Maryland, this school has over 120 departments and 112 different graduate programs with an emphasis on research activity and community-based learning. The University of Maryland is known for its red-brick Georgian campus architecture and the iconic McKeldin Mall reflection pool.
The University of Maryland has a range of reputable academic programs in fields such as public policy, engineering, and business, and Maryland residents receive in-state tuition at a much lower rate than applicants from out-of-state. On-campus, the University of Maryland Office of Sustainability operates The Chesapeake Project, a program that encourages the integration of sustainability education into existing curriculums across disciplines. This project has led University of Maryland students to participate in environmentally-conscious competitions such as the Solar Decathlon and to inform the university’s Climate Action Plan.
Outside of academics, the University of Maryland athletic teams, represented by their campus mascot Testudo the Terrapin, compete in the ACC with an annual football rivalry with the University of Virginia at XFINITY Center. Notable alumni include former Deputy Chief of Staff Karl Rove, U.S. Men’s National Team keeper Zack Steffen, and comedian Larry David.
United States Naval Academy offers 32 degree programs. It's a small, public, four-year university in a large suburb.
St. John's College offers 3 degree programs. It's a very small, private not-for-profit, four-year university in a large suburb.
Loyola University Maryland offers 103 degree programs. It's a small, private not-for-profit, four-year university in a large city.
St. Mary's College of Maryland offers 29 degree programs. It's a small, public, four-year university in a outlying rural area.
Washington College offers 33 degree programs. It's a very small, private not-for-profit, four-year university in a faraway town.
University of Maryland-Baltimore County offers 182 degree programs. It's a large, public, four-year university in a large suburb.
Towson University offers 181 degree programs. It's a large, public, four-year university in a small city.
Goucher College offers 77 degree programs. It's a small, private not-for-profit, four-year university in a small city.
Best Community Colleges in Maryland
Lincoln College of Technology-Columbia offers 8 degree programs. It's a small, private for-profit, two-year college in a midsize city.
Allegany College of Maryland offers 63 degree programs. It's a small, public, two-year college in a remote town.
Fortis College-Landover offers 6 degree programs. It's a very small, private for-profit, two-year college in a large suburb.
Hagerstown Community College offers 65 degree programs. It's a medium sized, public, two-year college in a midsize suburb.
Montgomery College offers 169 degree programs. It's a large, public, two-year college in a small city.
College of Southern Maryland offers 79 degree programs. It's a medium sized, public, two-year college in a outlying rural area.
Prince George's Community College offers 73 degree programs. It's a large, public, two-year college in a large suburb.
Harford Community College offers 69 degree programs. It's a medium sized, public, two-year college in a outlying rural area.
Carroll Community College offers 51 degree programs. It's a small, public, two-year college in a outlying town.
Anne Arundel Community College offers 132 degree programs. It's a large, public, two-year college in a large suburb.
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| School | Average Tuition | Student Teacher Ratio | Enrolled Students | |
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Johns Hopkins University Baltimore, MD | 20 : 1 | 30,210 | |
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University of Maryland-College Park College Park, MD | 21 : 1 | 41,725 | |
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United States Naval Academy Annapolis, MD | 13 : 1 | 4,474 | |
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St. John's College Annapolis, MD | 8 : 1 | 583 | |
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Loyola University Maryland Baltimore, MD | 15 : 1 | 4,897 | |