Colleges by state
Colleges and Universities in Maryland
53 degree-granting colleges and universities in Maryland that take part in federal student aid programs, from the U.S. Department of Education.
- Colleges53
- Public3221 private
- Four-year3518 two-year
- Online programs41Report at least one fully online program
Widely offered majors in Maryland: Business Administration (41), Computer Science (37), Accounting (30), Nursing (28), Secondary Education (28), Elementary Education (26).
| College | City | Type | Level | Online programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Allegany College of Maryland | Cumberland | Public | Two-year | Yes |
| Anne Arundel Community College | Arnold | Public | Two-year | Yes |
| Bais HaMedrash and Mesivta of Baltimore | Baltimore | Private nonprofit | Four-year | No |
| Baltimore City Community College | Baltimore | Public | Two-year | Yes |
| Bowie State University | Bowie | Public | Four-year | Yes |
| Capitol Technology University | Laurel | Private nonprofit | Four-year | Yes |
| Carroll Community College | Westminster | Public | Two-year | Yes |
| Cecil College | North East | Public | Two-year | Yes |
| Chesapeake College | Wye Mills | Public | Two-year | Yes |
| College of Southern Maryland | La Plata | Public | Two-year | Yes |
| Community College of Baltimore County | Baltimore | Public | Two-year | Yes |
| Coppin State University | Baltimore | Public | Four-year | Yes |
| Fortis College-Landover | Landover | Private for-profit | Two-year | No |
| Frederick Community College | Frederick | Public | Two-year | Yes |
| Frostburg State University | Frostburg | Public | Four-year | Yes |
| Garrett College | McHenry | Public | Two-year | Yes |
| Goucher College | Baltimore | Private nonprofit | Four-year | Yes |
| Hagerstown Community College | Hagerstown | Public | Two-year | Yes |
| Harford Community College | Bel Air | Public | Two-year | Yes |
| Hood College | Frederick | Private nonprofit | Four-year | Yes |
| Howard Community College | Columbia | Public | Two-year | Yes |
| Johns Hopkins University | Baltimore | Private nonprofit | Four-year | Yes |
| Lincoln College of Technology-Columbia | Columbia | Private for-profit | Two-year | No |
| Loyola University Maryland | Baltimore | Private nonprofit | Four-year | Yes |
| Maryland Institute College of Art | Baltimore | Private nonprofit | Four-year | Yes |
| Maryland University of Integrative Health | Laurel | Private nonprofit | Four-year | Yes |
| McDaniel College | Westminster | Private nonprofit | Four-year | Yes |
| Montgomery College | Rockville | Public | Two-year | Yes |
| Morgan State University | Baltimore | Public | Four-year | Yes |
| Mount St. Mary's University | Emmitsburg | Private nonprofit | Four-year | Yes |
| Ner Israel Rabbinical College | Baltimore | Private nonprofit | Four-year | No |
| Notre Dame of Maryland University | Baltimore | Private nonprofit | Four-year | Yes |
| Prince George's Community College | Largo | Public | Two-year | Yes |
| Salisbury University | Salisbury | Public | Four-year | Yes |
| St. John's College | Annapolis | Private nonprofit | Four-year | No |
| St. Mary's College of Maryland | St. Mary's City | Public | Four-year | No |
| Stevenson University | Owings Mills | Private nonprofit | Four-year | Yes |
| Strayer University-Maryland | Suitland | Private for-profit | Four-year | Yes |
| Towson University | Towson | Public | Four-year | Yes |
| United States Naval Academy | Annapolis | Public | Four-year | No |
| University of Baltimore | Baltimore | Public | Four-year | Yes |
| University of Maryland Eastern Shore | Princess Anne | Public | Four-year | Yes |
| University of Maryland Global Campus | Adelphi | Public | Four-year | Yes |
| University of Maryland-Baltimore County | Baltimore | Public | Four-year | Yes |
| University of Maryland-College Park | College Park | Public | Four-year | Yes |
| University of Maryland, Baltimore | Baltimore | Public | Four-year | Yes |
| University System of Maryland | Baltimore | Public | Four-year | No |
| University System of Maryland-Research Centers | Baltimore | Public | Four-year | No |
| Washington Adventist University | Takoma Park | Private nonprofit | Four-year | Yes |
| Washington College | Chestertown | Private nonprofit | Four-year | No |
| Women's Institute of Torah Seminary and College | Baltimore | Private nonprofit | Four-year | No |
| Wor-Wic Community College | Salisbury | Public | Two-year | Yes |
| Yeshiva College of the Nations Capital | Silver Spring | Private nonprofit | Four-year | No |
Source: U.S. Department of Education, National Center for Education Statistics, Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS), IPEDS 2024-25 institutional characteristics (HD2024, IC2024). Links go to each school’s official website as reported to IPEDS. “Online programs” means the school reported at least one program offered entirely by distance education.
Colleges in Maryland: frequently asked questions
How many colleges are in Maryland?
Maryland has 53 degree-granting colleges and universities that take part in federal student aid programs, according to the latest U.S. Department of Education (IPEDS) data.
How many public colleges are in Maryland?
32 public, 18 private nonprofit and 3 private for-profit.
How many community colleges and two-year colleges are in Maryland?
18 two-year colleges, including public two-year colleges such as Allegany College of Maryland, Anne Arundel Community College, Baltimore City Community College, Carroll Community College, Cecil College, and Chesapeake College.
How many four-year colleges and universities are in Maryland?
35 four-year colleges and universities, and 30 schools in Maryland offer graduate programs.
Which colleges in Maryland offer online programs?
41 colleges in Maryland reported offering at least one program entirely online. Use the college search with “Offers fully online programs” to see them, and check each school for specific online programs.
Which cities in Maryland have the most colleges?
Baltimore (17), Laurel (2), Westminster (2), Frederick (2), and Columbia (2).
What majors are most widely offered at colleges in Maryland?
Among the 109 majors in this guide, the most widely offered in Maryland are Business Administration (41 schools), Computer Science (37 schools), Accounting (30 schools), Nursing (28 schools), Secondary Education (28 schools), and Elementary Education (26 schools).
How do I find a college in Maryland that offers my major?
Use the college search with the state set to Maryland and choose your major, or filter by city or ZIP code.
Where does this list of Maryland colleges come from?
From the U.S. Department of Education’s IPEDS data (IPEDS 2024-25 institutional characteristics (HD2024, IC2024)). Confirm programs, costs and admission requirements on each school’s official website.
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