Biotechnology at University of Maryland Global Campus
Adelphi, MD · Master's Degree · about 164 graduates a year
University of Maryland Global Campus graduates in biotechnology earn 5% more than the national median for the same major four years after graduating. Their median federal debt equals about 33% of one year’s pay at that point.
How University of Maryland Global Campus Compares for Biotechnology
All 15 colleges reporting biotechnology earnings at this degree level, ranked by median pay four years after graduation. “Wage-adjusted” divides pay by the square root of the state’s wage index so colleges in low-wage states aren’t penalized for local pay.
| # | College | 4 yrs after | Wage-adjusted | Adj. rank | 1 yr after |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Harvard University Cambridge, MA | $155,219 | $136,687 | #2 | — |
| 2 | Brown University Providence, RI | $151,944 | $149,649 | #1 | $83,470 |
| 3 | Georgetown University Washington, DC | $126,361 | $110,725 | #4 | $76,201 |
| 4 | Northeastern University Boston, MA | $125,179 | $110,233 | #5 | $90,091 |
| 5 | Northeastern University Professional Programs Boston, MA | $125,179 | $110,233 | #6 | $90,091 |
| 6 | Johns Hopkins University Baltimore, MD | $123,994 | $108,819 | #7 | $86,279 |
| 7 | North Carolina State University at Raleigh Raleigh, NC | $117,649 | $126,254 | #3 | $86,906 |
| 8 | University of Maryland Global Campus Adelphi, MD | $113,231 | $99,373 | #10 | $89,105 |
| 9 | California State University-Channel Islands Camarillo, CA | $110,845 | $100,862 | #9 | $88,886 |
| 10 | Temple University Philadelphia, PA | $99,847 | $101,545 | #8 | — |
| 11 | California State University-San Marcos San Marcos, CA | $92,859 | $84,496 | #12 | — |
Other Majors at University of Maryland Global Campus by Graduate Pay
| Major | 4 yrs after | 1 yr after | Rank in major |
|---|---|---|---|
| Systems Engineering | $141,618 | $115,680 | #17 of 27 |
| Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management | $130,314 | $101,556 | #20 of 72 |
| Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods | $124,708 | $109,129 | #47 of 92 |
| Information Science/Studies | $120,148 | $95,119 | #21 of 71 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | $107,843 | $85,444 | #260 of 861 |
| Security Science and Technology | $106,787 | $101,880 | #9 of 34 |
| Accounting and Related Services | $106,763 | $82,825 | #73 of 349 |
| Public Health | $92,405 | $65,020 | #38 of 201 |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | $90,343 | $73,152 | #103 of 211 |
| Educational Administration and Supervision | $81,242 | $100,383 | #94 of 453 |
| Educational/Instructional Media Design | $76,376 | $68,382 | #28 of 82 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods | $61,083 | $53,667 | #153 of 380 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do University of Maryland Global Campus biotechnology graduates make?
Graduates earn a median $89,105 one year after graduating and $113,231 four years after graduating. Figures are from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
How does University of Maryland Global Campus rank for biotechnology?
Among 15 colleges reporting earnings for biotechnology graduates, University of Maryland Global Campus ranks #8 by median pay four years after graduation, and #10 after adjusting for state wage levels.
Is biotechnology at University of Maryland Global Campus worth it?
Its graduates earn 5% more than the national median for biotechnology ($107,682), and the median federal debt at graduation is $37,000.
← All data for University of Maryland Global Campus · Methodology
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are medians for graduates who received federal aid and were working and not enrolled; programs with few graduates are not reported. Wage adjustment uses Census ACS state median household income.