Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 23.7%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 29.6%
- Retention Rate
- 52.8%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $65,287
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $21,000
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 20:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 43.1%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $223/mo
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Business/Commerce, General. | Doctoral | $103,078 | |
| Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management. | Master | $89,921 | $35,875 |
| Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management. | Certificate | $87,068 | |
| Information Science/Studies. | Master | $87,025 | $41,000 |
| Management Information Systems and Services. | Master | $83,768 | |
| Information Science/Studies. | Certificate | $77,401 | |
| Biotechnology. | Master | $75,921 | $37,000 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Bachelor | $75,518 | $12,500 |
| Security Science and Technology. | Master | $74,953 | $39,520 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master | $72,006 | $40,166 |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Master | $71,798 | $41,084 |
| International Business. | Master | $69,338 | |
| Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management. | Bachelor | $66,302 | $22,663 |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General. | Bachelor | $64,879 | $19,000 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Certificate | $64,773 |
Outcomes Overview
University of Maryland Global Campus graduates earn a median of $65,287 ten years after graduation, creating a debt-to-earnings ratio of 32% with typical debt of $21,000. Monthly loan payments of $223 eat up about 4% of gross monthly income, which is manageable for most graduates. The 89% employment rate reflects the school's focus on practical skills for working adults. Many graduates work in government, healthcare administration, and business management, fields where the university has strong connections. However, the low graduation rates suggest many students struggle to finish their programs. While the debt burden is reasonable and earnings are solid, the completion challenges make this an average return on investment for students who actually graduate.