Best colleges for Public Health in Maryland
Ranked by graduate earnings
Johns Hopkins University, University of Maryland-College Park and Towson University award the most Public Health degrees and certificates in Maryland: 684, 557 and 95 graduates a year (IPEDS 2024–25). 17 Maryland colleges offer Public Health and award 1,550 degrees and certificates a year in all.
The Public Health program focuses on promoting health and preventing disease within communities. It prepares students to address health-related issues through various specializations, including Environmental Health, Maternal and Child…
Top 2 institutions, ranked by graduate earnings
Ranked by median earnings one year after graduation (often called starting salary), College Scorecard. Programs with fewer than 20 graduates a year, a graduation rate under 30%, or online, degree-completion or graduate-only status rank after the rest.
| # | Institution | Starting salary (1 yr) | Graduates / yr | Grad rate | Net price | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | University of Maryland-College Park College Park Public · Bachelor's degree | $38,273 | 557 | 89% | — | $23,424 |
| 2 | Johns Hopkins University Baltimore Private not-for-profit · Bachelor's degree | $36,540 | 684 | 94% | $11,888 | $12,750 |
Colleges awarding the most Public Health degrees in Maryland
Top 10 by graduates a year (IPEDS 2024–25 completions). Online, degree-completion and graduate-only schools, and schools with a graduation rate under 30% are listed in full below.
| # | Institution | Graduates / yr | Starting salary (1 yr) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Johns Hopkins University Baltimore Private not-for-profit | 684 | $36,540 |
| 2 | University of Maryland-College Park College Park Public | 557 | $38,273 |
| 3 | Towson University Towson Public | 95 | Not reported |
| 4 | Morgan State University Baltimore Public | 57 | Not reported |
| 5 | University of Maryland, Baltimore Baltimore Public | 35 | Not reported |
| 6 | University of Maryland-Baltimore County Baltimore Public | 20 | Not reported |
| 7 | University of Baltimore Baltimore Public | 19 | Not reported |
| 8 | Montgomery College Rockville Public | 10 | Not reported |
| 9 | Anne Arundel Community College Arnold Public | 7 | Not reported |
| 10 | Notre Dame of Maryland University Baltimore Private not-for-profit | 7 | Not reported |
ShowHide the other 7 Maryland colleges offering Public Health
| Institution | City | Control | Graduates / yr |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Maryland Global Campus (Online) | Adelphi | Public | 29 |
| Howard Community College | Columbia | Public | 9 |
| Hood College | Frederick | Private not-for-profit | 6 |
| Prince George's Community College | Largo | Public | 6 |
| Salisbury University | Salisbury | Public | 6 |
| Capitol Technology University | Laurel | Private not-for-profit | 2 |
| Goucher College | Baltimore | Private not-for-profit | 1 |
Career outlook
What this program leads to: Medical and Health Services Managers (SOC 11-9111).
Top skills
What Medical and Health Services Managers earn in Maryland
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Common questions
Answers for students comparing Public Health programs in Maryland.
Which Maryland colleges award the most Public Health degrees?+
Johns Hopkins University (684 graduates a year), University of Maryland-College Park (557 graduates a year) and Towson University (95 graduates a year) award the most Public Health degrees and certificates in Maryland, per IPEDS 2024–25 completions. In all, 17 Maryland colleges offer Public Health.
Which Public Health program in Maryland has the highest-earning graduates?+
By median earnings one year after graduation (often called starting salary), College Scorecard, University of Maryland-College Park tops the list at $38,273. Compare it against graduates a year, graduation rate, cost, and debt in the ranked table above.
How much do Medical and Health Services Managers earn in Maryland?+
The average annual wage for Medical and Health Services Managers in Maryland is $148,720 (median $131,810), across about 17,030 jobs. Source: BLS OEWS, May 2025.
What is the focus of the Public Health program?+
The Public Health program focuses on promoting health and preventing disease within communities. It prepares students to address health-related issues through various specializations, including Environmental Health, Maternal and Child…
What skills will I develop in this program?+
You will develop speaking, critical thinking, writing, reading comprehension, and related professional skills.
What is the job outlook for Medical and Health Services Managers?+
The national job outlook is about +23.2% growth with around 62,100 annual openings (BLS Employment Projections 2024–2034).
What is the typical education requirement?+
A Bachelor's degree is the typical entry-level education for this field (BLS).
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