2025 Most Expensive Maryland Public Colleges

In 2025, the average tuition and fees at 12 four-year public Maryland colleges is $24,260, reflecting a 1.34% increase compared to the previous year.Among the 12 institutions analyzed, tuition rose at 10 colleges, while tuition decreased at only 1 colleges.

University of Maryland-College Park ranks as the most expensive public Maryland colleges, with tuition and fees reaching $41,186. Known for its prestigious academic programs and strong reputation, University of Maryland-College Park remains a top choice for students seeking a premium education experience.

Close behind are St. Mary's College of Maryland at$31,374 and University of Maryland-Baltimore County at$31,225 both consistently recognized among the Maryland Public Colleges with the Highest Tuition & Fees, offering high-quality academic programs and resources.

At these High-Cost Maryland Public Colleges, the average acceptance rate is 77.43%, and the average SAT score is 1,184, making them not only cost-effective but also accessible options for a wide range of students.

Comparison between Maryland Public Colleges With The Highest Tuition & Fees

Table. Maryland Public Colleges With The Highest Tuition & Fees Comparison
School NameUndergraduate Tuition & FeesGraduate Tuition & FeesAcceptance RateTotal PopulationSAT ScoreGraduation RateStudents to Faculty Ratio
1
-		University of Maryland-College Park College Park, MDPublic, 4-year $41,186
($11,809)
$880		$38,207
($18,276)
$824		44.79%41,7251,46589.00%17 to 1
2
-		St. Mary's College of Maryland St. Mary's City, MDPublic, 4-year $31,374
($15,298)
$62		$21,416
($21,416)
-		68.63%1,6301,25070.00%10 to 1
3
-		University of Maryland-Baltimore County Baltimore, MDPublic, 4-year $31,225
($13,256)
$917		$26,100
($16,524)
$954		72.43%13,9061,32070.00%17 to 1
4
-		Towson University Towson, MDPublic, 4-year $29,820
($11,728)
$1,494		$22,860
($12,636)
$1,080		81.97%19,4011,09069.00%14 to 1
5
-		Frostburg State University Frostburg, MDPublic, 4-year $25,814
($10,220)
$634		$14,036
($11,498)
$348		89.18%4,104-50.00%13 to 1
6
-		University of Baltimore Baltimore, MDPublic, 4-year $23,984
($9,992)
$494		$23,468
($16,574)
$486		78.74%3,18794038.00%10 to 1
7
-		Salisbury University Salisbury, MDPublic, 4-year $22,174
($11,084)
$842		$15,772
($10,785)
$177		87.47%7,0251,25068.00%14 to 1
8
2		University of Maryland Eastern Shore Princess Anne, MDPublic, 4-year $20,122
($9,076)
$394		$13,428
($8,010)
$72		96.41%3,177-35.00%11 to 1
9
-		Bowie State University Bowie, MDPublic, 4-year $19,938
($9,218)
$99		$15,768
($10,854)
$504		72.41%6,353-38.00%15 to 1
10
2		Morgan State University Baltimore, MDPublic, 4-year $19,124
($8,229)
$2,207		$18,207
($9,981)
$324		82.23%10,73997041.00%18 to 1
Average$26,476
($10,991)		$20,926
($13,655)		77.43%11,1251,18456.80%14 to 1