Special Learning Opportunity
The following table compares the special learning opportunities between best schools in Maryland including distance learning opportunities, ROTC program, Study abroad, and more special chances of learning. This statistics is based on the latest data from IPEDS, U.S. Department of Education for academic year 2022-2023.
| Rank | Name | Online Class | ROTC | Teacher Cert. | Study Abroad | Weekend/ Evening College | Campus Housing* | Meal Plan** |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Johns Hopkins University | Under, Grad | Army | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (2,737) | ✔ ($7,420) |
| 2 | United States Naval Academy | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (4,667) | ✔ |
| 3 | University of Maryland-College Park | Under, Grad | Army, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (12,465) | ✔ ($6,036) |
| 4 | St. John's College | Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ (371) | ✔ ($7,280) |
| 5 | University of Maryland-Baltimore County | Under, Grad | Army, NAVY, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (3,871) | ✔ ($5,252) |
| 6 | Stevenson University | Under, Grad | Army | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (1,718) | ✔ ($5,402) |
| 7 | University of Baltimore | Under, Grad | Army, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ |
| 8 | St. Mary's College of Maryland | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (1,499) | ✔ ($6,594) |
| 9 | Loyola University Maryland | Under, Grad | Army | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (3,309) | ✔ ($6,200) |
| 10 | McDaniel College | Under, Grad | Army | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (1,446) | ✔ ($7,048) |
Student Services on Campus
The following table compares the on-campus students services and facilities between best schools in Maryland including Student Counseling, Employment services for current students, Placement service for program completers, On-campus daycare facility, and library information.
| Rank | Name | Career Counseling | Employment Service | Placement Service | On Campus Daycare | Library Facilities |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Johns Hopkins University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| 2 | United States Naval Academy | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| 3 | University of Maryland-College Park | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| 4 | St. John's College | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| 5 | University of Maryland-Baltimore County | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | Own Library |
| 6 | Stevenson University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| 7 | University of Baltimore | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| 8 | St. Mary's College of Maryland | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| 9 | Loyola University Maryland | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| 10 | McDaniel College | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
Athletics Associations
The following table summarizes the alheletic teams and program information of best schools in Maryland. Among 10 best schools in Maryland, 8 schools are member of NAA, and 8 schools are member of NCAA.
| Rank | Name | Members | Football | Basketball | Baseball | All Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Johns Hopkins University | NAA, NCAA | Centennial Conference | Centennial Conference | Centennial Conference | 13 athletic programs |
| 2 | United States Naval Academy | NAA, NCAA | American Athletic Conference | Patriot League | Patriot League | - |
| 3 | University of Maryland-College Park | NAA, NCAA | Big Ten Conference | Big Ten Conference | Big Ten Conference | 14 athletic programs |
| 4 | St. John's College | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
| 5 | University of Maryland-Baltimore County | NAA, NCAA | - | America East | America East | 9 athletic programs |
| 6 | Stevenson University | NAA, NCAA | Middle Atlantic States Athletic Corporation | Middle Atlantic States Athletic Corporation | Middle Atlantic States Athletic Corporation | 12 athletic programs |
| 7 | University of Baltimore | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
| 8 | St. Mary's College of Maryland | NAA, NCAA | - | 10 athletic programs | ||
| 9 | Loyola University Maryland | NAA, NCAA | - | Patriot League | - | 11 athletic programs |
| 10 | McDaniel College | NAA, NCAA | Centennial Conference | Centennial Conference | Centennial Conference | 13 athletic programs |
NAA: National Athletic Association
NCAA: National Collegiate Athletic Association
Additional Characteristics
The following table compares and describes additional facts of best schools in Maryland including religious affiliation, specialized schools, and medical degree offer, and other facts.
| Rank | Name | Religious Affiliation | Historical Black School | Tribal School | Has Hospital | Offer Medical Degree |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Johns Hopkins University | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ |
| 2 | United States Naval Academy | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ |
| 3 | University of Maryland-College Park | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ |
| 4 | St. John's College | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| 5 | University of Maryland-Baltimore County | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| 6 | Stevenson University | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| 7 | University of Baltimore | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| 8 | St. Mary's College of Maryland | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| 9 | Loyola University Maryland | Roman Catholic | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| 10 | McDaniel College | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
*dormitory capacity
**yearly costs