Cheapest Physics Colleges in Maryland

Johns Hopkins makes Maryland Physics accessible with an $18,161 net price that undercuts its $63,340 sticker price by nearly $45,000. The state's 14 Physics programs range from Morgan State's $15,015 baseline to Loyola's $29,633 ceiling, creating a $14,618 affordability gap. Maryland's proximity to federal research facilities like NIH and NSA creates strong demand for Physics graduates, particularly in fields requiring security clearances. Public universities dominate the affordable end, with six schools under $19,000 net cost.

Programs

$15,015 – $29,633

Net Price Range

$46,674

Avg. Program Earnings

65.8%

Avg. Graduation Rate

14 Physics Programs

Program rankings
#	School	Net Price	In-State Tuition	Graduation Rate	Acceptance Rate
1	Morgan State University Baltimore, Maryland	$15,015	$8,118	41.6%	85.4%
2	Washington Adventist University Takoma Park, Maryland	$15,026	$25,200	40.0%	51.4%
3	Frostburg State University Frostburg, Maryland	$15,323	$9,998	52.1%	87.9%
4	University of Maryland-College Park College Park, Maryland	$15,590	$11,505	88.6%	44.6%
5	Salisbury University Salisbury, Maryland	$16,456	$10,638	67.4%	91.1%
6	Towson University Towson, Maryland	$16,791	$11,306	67.6%	78.6%
7	Johns Hopkins University Baltimore, Maryland	$18,161	$63,340	94.6%	7.3%
8	University of Maryland-Baltimore County Baltimore, Maryland	$18,328	$12,952	70.6%	80.6%
9	St. Mary's College of Maryland St. Mary's City, Maryland	$18,362	$15,236	68.0%	77.3%
10	McDaniel College Westminster, Maryland	$20,923	$49,647	63.8%	82.1%
11	Goucher College Baltimore, Maryland	$23,774	$51,250	60.0%	80.2%
12	Notre Dame of Maryland University Baltimore, Maryland	$24,536	$41,910	51.9%	69.6%
13	Washington College Chestertown, Maryland	$29,095	$54,356	74.1%	74.7%
14	Loyola University Maryland Baltimore, Maryland	$29,633	$55,480	80.5%	83.5%

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes Johns Hopkins Physics surprisingly affordable?

Johns Hopkins offers a $18,161 net price for Physics students despite its $63,340 published tuition. This $45,179 discount reflects the university's substantial financial aid, making it competitive with public options like UMBC at $18,328.

How do public Physics programs compare to private ones in Maryland?

Public universities claim eight of the ten most affordable spots, with net prices from $15,015 to $18,362. Private schools like Washington Adventist break into the affordable range at $15,026, but most private options cost $20,000 or more annually.

Where do Maryland Physics graduates typically find employment?

The Baltimore-Washington corridor offers federal research positions at NIH, NSA, and NASA Goddard. Graduates earn around $46,000-$47,000 starting out, with government positions often requiring security clearances that favor domestic degree holders.

Does graduation rate correlate with program cost in Maryland Physics?

Johns Hopkins achieves a 94.6% graduation rate at $18,161 net cost, while similarly priced UMBC reaches 70.6%. However, budget leader Morgan State graduates just 41.6% of Physics students, suggesting cost and completion don't always align.

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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.