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2026 Best Value Mathematics Schools in Maryland

5 Colleges in the United States
$18,239 Avg Student Debt
$68,750 Avg Median Earnings (10yr)
2026 Best Value Mathematics Badge [Mathematics](/majors/mathematics-and-statistics/mathematics/) is a field worth comparing on the balance of cost and outcomes. A high-value program keeps cost low while graduates go on to earn well.

To produce this 2026 ranking, College Factual evaluated 20 schools on the balance of cost and outcomes for mathematics students.

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2026 Best Value Mathematics Schools in Maryland

If you want to know which schools deliver the best value for the mathematics degrees they offer, see the list below.

Best Value Mathematics Schools

1

University Of Maryland College Park earned the #1 spot for value among mathematics schools in Maryland. University Of Maryland College Park is a very large public school located in the suburb of College Park. In-state tuition and fees average $11,809, while out-of-state students pay about $41,186. Mathematics graduates carry a median of $19,500 in student loans. Soon after graduation, mathematics degree recipients from University Of Maryland College Park generally make around $79,129. That is a strong return on a $19,500 median debt. The acceptance rate is 45%.

2

The strong cost-to-outcome balance at Johns Hopkins University earned it the #2 place for mathematics. Set in the city of Baltimore, Johns Hopkins University is a very large private not-for-profit institution. The average in-state cost of tuition and fees is $64,730. Students borrow a median of $10,859 to complete the mathematics program here. Soon after graduation, mathematics degree recipients from Johns Hopkins University generally make around $83,171. Set against $10,859 in median debt, that is a healthy payoff. Roughly 6% of applicants are accepted.

3
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Salisbury University
Salisbury, MD

A rank of #3 makes Salisbury University one of the best values for mathematics. Located in the suburb of Salisbury, Salisbury University is a moderately-sized public university. The average in-state cost of tuition and fees is $11,084, compared with $22,174 for out-of-state students. Mathematics graduates carry a median of $23,250 in student loans. Mathematics graduates of Salisbury University earn a median of $49,125 early in their careers. Weighed against typical debt, the earnings make a compelling case for value. The acceptance rate is 88%.

4

Anne Arundel Community College is a great value for students pursuing a degree in mathematics, landing the #4 spot this year. Anne Arundel Community College is a large public school located in the suburb of Arnold. Students from in state pay about $4,322 in tuition and fees, with out-of-state students paying around $11,522. Mathematics graduates carry a median of $13,947 in student loans. Soon after graduation, mathematics degree recipients from Anne Arundel Community College generally make around $59,894. Weighed against typical debt, the earnings make a compelling case for value.

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Towson University
Towson, MD

The strong cost-to-outcome balance at Towson University earned it the #5 place for mathematics. Located in the city of Towson, Towson University is a very large public university. In-state tuition and fees average $11,728, with out-of-state students paying around $29,820. Students borrow a median of $25,000 to complete the mathematics program here. Mathematics graduates of Towson University earn a median of $56,443 early in their careers. Weighed against typical debt, the earnings make a compelling case for value. The acceptance rate is 82%.

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University Of Maryland Baltimore County ranked #6 on our 2026 list of the best value mathematics schools. Located in the suburb of Baltimore, University Of Maryland Baltimore County is a large public university. Students from in state pay about $13,256 in tuition and fees, while out-of-state students pay about $31,225. Students borrow a median of $16,875 to complete the mathematics program here. Mathematics graduates of University Of Maryland Baltimore County earn a median of $54,362 early in their careers. That is a strong return on a $16,875 median debt. University Of Maryland Baltimore County admits about 72% of applicants.

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Notes and References

This ranking is produced by College Factual (MF_RANKING_2025), 2026 edition. Schools are scored on the balance of cost (tuition and student debt) against student outcomes (post-graduation earnings) — a measure of return on investment, drawn primarily from the U.S. Department of Education (IPEDS and College Scorecard).

Ranking method: College Major Best Value · 20 schools evaluated.

*Averages shown above reflect the top 5 ranked schools only.

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