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Johns Hopkins charges $63,340 in tuition yet delivers the same $18,161 net price as University of Maryland-College Park through generous financial aid. This reflects the competitive nature of engineering education in a state where federal contractors and biotech companies actively recruit graduates. Maryland's six general engineering programs span a $15,598 net cost difference, with public options like University of Maryland Eastern Shore offering the lowest barrier to entry at $14,035 annually.
6
Programs
$14,035 – $29,633
Net Price Range
$62,261
Avg. Program Earnings
65.3%
Avg. Graduation Rate

6 Engineering, General Programs

Program rankings
# School Net Price In-State Tuition Graduation Rate Acceptance Rate
1 $14,035 $8,898 34.6% 81.6%
2 $15,015 $8,118 41.6% 85.4%
3 $15,323 $9,998 52.1% 87.9%
4 $15,590 $11,505 88.6% 44.6%
5 $18,161 $63,340 94.6% 7.3%
6 $29,633 $55,480 80.5% 83.5%

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes Johns Hopkins competitive with public universities on net cost?

Johns Hopkins reduces its $63,340 sticker price to $18,161 through need-based aid, making it only $2,571 more expensive than University of Maryland-College Park after financial assistance. The university's 94.60% graduation rate and proximity to federal research facilities justify this investment for many students.

How do graduation rates correlate with program costs in Maryland?

Higher-cost programs generally deliver better completion rates, with Johns Hopkins achieving 94.60% graduation compared to 34.60% at University of Maryland Eastern Shore. Frostburg State University offers a middle ground at $15,323 net cost with a 52.10% graduation rate and $63,005 median earnings.

Does location within Maryland affect engineering program affordability?

Baltimore-area schools show the widest cost variation, from Morgan State's $15,015 net price to Johns Hopkins at $18,161. Rural options like University of Maryland Eastern Shore in Princess Anne offer the lowest costs but have significantly lower graduation rates at 34.60%.

Net price reflects the average cost after grants and scholarships for first-time, full-time students. See our methodology for details.