Cheapest Music Colleges in Maryland

Music programs in Maryland reveal a striking cost divide, with University of Maryland Eastern Shore offering the lowest net price at $14,035 while Washington College reaches $29,095. The 14 programs span from highly selective Johns Hopkins with its 7.25% acceptance rate to more accessible options like Morgan State at 85.38% acceptance. Maryland's proximity to Washington D.C. creates unique opportunities for music graduates, particularly in government media, cultural institutions like the Kennedy Center, and the region's growing entertainment technology sector. Public universities dominate the affordable end, with six of the seven cheapest options being state institutions.

Programs

$14,035 – $29,095

Net Price Range

$30,312

Avg. Program Earnings

62.7%

Avg. Graduation Rate

14 Music Programs

Program rankings
#	School	Net Price	In-State Tuition	Graduation Rate	Acceptance Rate
1	University of Maryland Eastern Shore Princess Anne, Maryland	$14,035	$8,898	34.6%	81.6%
2	Morgan State University Baltimore, Maryland	$15,015	$8,118	41.6%	85.4%
3	Washington Adventist University Takoma Park, Maryland	$15,026	$25,200	40.0%	51.4%
4	Frostburg State University Frostburg, Maryland	$15,323	$9,998	52.1%	87.9%
5	University of Maryland-College Park College Park, Maryland	$15,590	$11,505	88.6%	44.6%
6	Salisbury University Salisbury, Maryland	$16,456	$10,638	67.4%	91.1%
7	Towson University Towson, Maryland	$16,791	$11,306	67.6%	78.6%
8	Johns Hopkins University Baltimore, Maryland	$18,161	$63,340	94.6%	7.3%
9	University of Maryland-Baltimore County Baltimore, Maryland	$18,328	$12,952	70.6%	80.6%
10	St. Mary's College of Maryland St. Mary's City, Maryland	$18,362	$15,236	68.0%	77.3%
11	McDaniel College Westminster, Maryland	$20,923	$49,647	63.8%	82.1%
12	Hood College Frederick, Maryland	$23,707	$45,870	55.3%	77.9%
13	Goucher College Baltimore, Maryland	$23,774	$51,250	60.0%	80.2%
14	Washington College Chestertown, Maryland	$29,095	$54,356	74.1%	74.7%

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes Johns Hopkins music program unique despite its high selectivity?

Johns Hopkins accepts only 7.25% of applicants but offers a net price of $18,161, making it surprisingly affordable among elite institutions. The program benefits from Baltimore's proximity to major cultural venues and the university's strong research focus.

How do graduation rates vary between the most and least expensive programs?

University of Maryland Eastern Shore, the cheapest at $14,035, has a 34.60% graduation rate. In contrast, Washington College at $29,095 achieves a 74.10% graduation rate, showing a general correlation between cost and completion.

Is the earning potential worth the cost for Maryland music graduates?

Graduates from University of Maryland-College Park earn $38,289 annually with $21,614 in debt, while Towson University graduates earn $25,194 with $18,801 in debt. The earnings range of $25,194 to $38,289 varies significantly by institution.

Where do Maryland's most accessible music programs offer the best value?

Frostburg State University provides strong value with a $15,323 net price and 52.10% graduation rate. Morgan State University offers even lower costs at $15,015 with an 85.38% acceptance rate, making it highly accessible.

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