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51.0000 HEALTH PROFESSIONS AND RELATED PROGRAMS. (BSc)

Instructional programs that prepare individuals to practice as licensed professionals and assistants in the health care professions and related clinical sciences and administrative and support services.

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99-9999	NO MATCH	N/A	N/A	N/A

51.0701 Health/Health Care Administration/Management. (BSc, PostBacCert, FPD)

A program that prepares individuals to develop, plan, and manage health care operations and services within health care facilities and across health care systems. Includes instruction in planning, business management, financial management, public relations, human resources management, health care systems operation and management, health care resource allocation and policy making, health law and regulations, and applications to specific types of health care services.

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11-9111	Medical and Health Services Managers	$137,730	$131,150	-$6,580 (-4.8%)

51.0719 Clinical Research Coordinator. (BSc)

A program that prepares individuals for careers as clinical research administrators or clinical research coordinators where they work under the supervision of a Principal Investigator to organize, coordinate and administer clinical research trials. Includes instruction in pharmacology, medical terminology, foundations of clinical research, project management, ethics, research design and data management, and legal and regulatory compliance .

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11-9033	Education Administrators, Postsecondary	$124,450	$120,240	-$4,210 (-3.4%)
11-9111	Medical and Health Services Managers	$137,730	$131,150	-$6,580 (-4.8%)
11-9199	Managers, All Other	$149,890	$112,600	-$37,290 (-24.9%)

51.1102 Pre-Medicine/Pre-Medical Studies. (Cert2y+, BSc)

A program that prepares individuals for admission to a professional program in medicine, osteopathic medicine, or podiatric medicine.

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99-9999	NO MATCH	N/A	N/A	N/A

51.1201 Medicine. (Spec)

A program that prepares individuals for the independent professional practice of medicine, involving the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of illnesses, injuries, and other disorders of the human body. Includes instruction in the basic medical sciences, clinical medicine, examination and diagnosis, patient communications, medical ethics and law, professional standards, and rotations in specialties such as internal medicine, surgery, pediatrics, obstetrics and gynecology, orthopedics, neurology, ophthalmology, radiology, clinical pathology, anesthesiology, family medicine, and psychiatry.

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Maryland Avg	MD vs US
29-1211	Anesthesiologists	$336,640	$330,440	-$6,200 (-1.8%)
29-1212	Cardiologists	$432,490	N/A	N/A
29-1213	Dermatologists	$347,810	$459,870	+$112,060 (+32.2%)
29-1214	Emergency Medicine Physicians	$320,700	$382,600	+$61,900 (+19.3%)
29-1215	Family Medicine Physicians	$256,830	$278,370	+$21,540 (+8.4%)
29-1216	General Internal Medicine Physicians	$262,710	$303,440	+$40,730 (+15.5%)
29-1217	Neurologists	$286,310	$329,820	+$43,510 (+15.2%)
29-1218	Obstetricians and Gynecologists	$281,130	$311,220	+$30,090 (+10.7%)
29-1221	Pediatricians, General	$222,340	$247,040	+$24,700 (+11.1%)
29-1222	Physicians, Pathologists	$266,020	$268,650	+$2,630 (+1%)
29-1223	Psychiatrists	$269,120	$341,780	+$72,660 (+27%)
29-1224	Radiologists	$359,820	$220,790	-$139,030 (-38.6%)
29-1229	Physicians, All Other	$253,470	$253,350	-$120 (+-0%)
29-1241	Ophthalmologists, Except Pediatric	$301,500	$224,430	-$77,070 (-25.6%)
29-1242	Orthopedic Surgeons, Except Pediatric	$365,060	$239,200	-$125,860 (-34.5%)
29-1243	Pediatric Surgeons	$450,810	N/A	N/A
29-1249	Surgeons, All Other	$371,280	$239,200	-$132,080 (-35.6%)

51.1508 Mental Health Counseling/Counselor. (PostBacCert, MSc)

A program that prepares individuals to provide evaluations, referrals, and short-term counseling services to help people prevent or remediate personal problems, conflicts, and emotional crises. Includes instruction in human development, psychopathology, individual and group counseling, personality theory, career assessment, patient screening and referral, observation and testing techniques, interviewing skills, professional standards and ethics, and applicable laws and regulations.

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21-1014	Mental Health Counselors	N/A	N/A	N/A

51.1509 Genetic Counseling/Counselor. (PostBacCert)

A program that prepares individuals to counsel patients and families concerning inherited genetic disorders and diseases; assess risk factors and planning options associated with potential and actual inherited conditions; and serve as patient advocates and provide referral services in relation to private and public support services. Includes instruction in clinical/medical genetics, methods of genetic testing, interviewing and counseling skills, genetic and support services delivery, principles of public health, medical ethics, law and regulations, patient advocacy, and professional standards.

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29-9092	Genetic Counselors	$102,890	$97,130	-$5,760 (-5.6%)

51.1599 Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions, Other. (BSc, PostBacCert, FPD)

Any instructional program in mental and social health services and allied professions not listed above.

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99-9999	NO MATCH	N/A	N/A	N/A

51.2201 Public Health, General. (Cert2y+, BSc, PostBacCert, FPD)

A program that generally prepares individuals to plan, manage, and evaluate public health care services; to function as public health professionals in public agencies, the private sector, and other settings; and to provide leadership in the field of public health. Includes instruction in epidemiology, biostatistics, public health principles, preventive medicine, health policy and regulations, health care services and related administrative functions, public health law enforcement, health economics and budgeting, public communications, and professional standards and ethics.

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Maryland Avg	MD vs US
11-9111	Medical and Health Services Managers	$137,730	$131,150	-$6,580 (-4.8%)
21-1091	Health Education Specialists	$71,700	$72,780	+$1,080 (+1.5%)
21-1094	Community Health Workers	$55,970	$49,310	-$6,660 (-11.9%)
25-1071	Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary	$137,900	$136,990	-$910 (-0.7%)

51.2202 Environmental Health. (BSc, PostBacCert, FPD)

A program that focuses on the application of environmental sciences, public health, the biomedical sciences, and environmental toxicology to the study of environmental factors affecting human health, safety, and related ecological issues, and prepares individuals to function as professional environmental health specialists. Includes instruction in epidemiology, biostatistics, toxicology, public policy analysis, public management, risk assessment, communications, environmental law, occupational health and safety emergency response, and applications such as air quality, food protection, radiation protection, solid and hazardous waste management, water quality, soil quality, noise abatement, housing quality, and environmental control of recreational areas.

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19-1041	Epidemiologists	$94,160	$98,950	+$4,790 (+5.1%)
19-1042	Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists	$112,690	$89,320	-$23,370 (-20.7%)
19-2041	Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health	$88,640	$76,250	-$12,390 (-14%)
19-5011	Occupational Health and Safety Specialists	$88,660	$76,960	-$11,700 (-13.2%)
19-5012	Occupational Health and Safety Technicians	$63,800	$69,420	+$5,620 (+8.8%)
25-1071	Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary	$137,900	$136,990	-$910 (-0.7%)

51.2205 Health/Medical Physics. (PostBacCert)

A program that focuses on the application of physics, nuclear science, and engineering physics to diagnostic, treatment, and therapeutic processes and public health protection. Includes instruction in radiation biophysics, biophysics, health effects of natural and artificially induced radiation, hazard evaluation, environmental radioactivity, nuclear physics, engineering physics, radiobiology, medical radiology, calibration and dosage theory, computer applications and medical informatics, and specific research problems.

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19-2012	Physicists	$166,000	$130,620	-$35,380 (-21.3%)
25-1054	Physics Teachers, Postsecondary	$105,460	$123,850	+$18,390 (+17.4%)
25-1071	Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary	$137,900	$136,990	-$910 (-0.7%)

51.2206 Occupational Health and Industrial Hygiene. (PostBacCert)

A program that prepares public health specialists to monitor and evaluate health and related safety standards in industrial, commercial, and government workplaces and facilities. Includes instruction in occupational health and safety standards and regulations; health-related aspects of various occupations and work environments; health hazard testing and evaluation; test equipment operation and maintenance; industrial toxicology; worker health and safety education; and the analysis and testing of job-related equipment, behavior practices, and protective devices and procedures.

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19-5011	Occupational Health and Safety Specialists	$88,660	$76,960	-$11,700 (-13.2%)
19-5012	Occupational Health and Safety Technicians	$63,800	$69,420	+$5,620 (+8.8%)
25-1071	Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary	$137,900	$136,990	-$910 (-0.7%)

51.2207 Public Health Education and Promotion. (BSc, PostBacCert)

A program that focuses on the application of educational and communications principles and methods to the promotion of preventive health measures and the education of targeted populations on health issues, and prepares individuals to function as public health educators and health promotion specialists. Includes instruction in human development, health issues across the life span, population-specific health issues, principles and methods of public health education, administration of health education campaigns and programs, evaluation methods, public communications, and applications to specific public health subjects and issues.

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21-1091	Health Education Specialists	$71,700	$72,780	+$1,080 (+1.5%)
21-1094	Community Health Workers	$55,970	$49,310	-$6,660 (-11.9%)
25-1071	Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary	$137,900	$136,990	-$910 (-0.7%)

51.2208 Community Health and Preventive Medicine. (BSc)

A program that prepares public health specialists to plan and manage health services in local community settings, including the coordination of related support services, government agencies, and private resources. Includes instruction in public health, community health services and delivery, health behavior and cultural factors, local government operations, human services, health communication and promotion, health services administration in local settings, environmental health, preventive and comparative medicine, epidemiology, biostatistics, family and community health, and applicable law and regulations.

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Maryland Avg	MD vs US
11-9111	Medical and Health Services Managers	$137,730	$131,150	-$6,580 (-4.8%)
21-1094	Community Health Workers	$55,970	$49,310	-$6,660 (-11.9%)
25-1071	Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary	$137,900	$136,990	-$910 (-0.7%)

51.2209 Maternal and Child Health. (BSc, PostBacCert, FPD)

A program that focuses on the application of public health specializations, public policy studies, and the social and behavioral sciences to issues of health affecting women, children, and families; and prepares individuals to function as maternal and child health specialists. Includes instruction in research design and testing, program evaluation, public policy analysis, public finance, economics of health care, community health, family development and dynamics, women's studies, social psychology, fetal and child development, biostatistics, health education and promotion, nutrition, neonatal development, psychology, and social services delivery.

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21-1091	Health Education Specialists	$71,700	$72,780	+$1,080 (+1.5%)
21-1094	Community Health Workers	$55,970	$49,310	-$6,660 (-11.9%)
25-1071	Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary	$137,900	$136,990	-$910 (-0.7%)

51.2210 International Public Health/International Health. (BSc, PostBacCert)

A program that focuses on the application of public health specializations, the social and behavioral sciences, and policy and communications methods to the study of health problems in low- and middle-income countries and regions, and prepares individuals to function as professional international health specialists. Includes instruction in health education and promotion, research design and evaluation, infectious disease epidemiology, international health policy and management, public nutrition and food security, information systems, program evaluation, medical anthropology, international communication, behavioral sciences, maternal and child health, demography and population policy, and health care finance and economics.

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Maryland Avg	MD vs US
11-9111	Medical and Health Services Managers	$137,730	$131,150	-$6,580 (-4.8%)
21-1091	Health Education Specialists	$71,700	$72,780	+$1,080 (+1.5%)

51.2211 Health Services Administration. (BSc, PostBacCert, MSc)

A program that focuses on the application of policy analysis, public administration, business management, and communications to the planning and management of health services delivery systems in the public and private sectors, and prepares individuals to function as health services administrators and managers. Includes instruction in health systems planning, public health organization and management, pubic health policy formulation and analysis, finance, business and operations management, economics of health care, organizational and health communications, marketing, human resources management, and public health law and regulations.

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11-9111	Medical and Health Services Managers	$137,730	$131,150	-$6,580 (-4.8%)

51.2299 Public Health, Other. (BSc, PostBacCert, FPD)

Any instructional program in public health not listed above.

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11-9111	Medical and Health Services Managers	$137,730	$131,150	-$6,580 (-4.8%)
25-1071	Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary	$137,900	$136,990	-$910 (-0.7%)

51.2307 Orthotist/Prosthetist. (PostBacCert)

A program that prepares individuals, in consultation with physicians and other therapists, to design and fit orthoses for patients with disabling conditions of the limbs and/or spine, and prostheses for patients who have partial or total absence of a limb or significant superficial deformity. Includes instruction in biomechanics, gait analysis, pathomechanics, kinesiology, pathology, neuroanatomy, materials science, diagnostic imaging, patient analysis and measurement, impression taking, model rectification, assistive/restorative technology and engineering applications, product finishing, diagnostic and definitive fitting and alignment, power devices, postoperative management, and patient counseling and follow-up.

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25-1071	Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary	$137,900	$136,990	-$910 (-0.7%)
29-2091	Orthotists and Prosthetists	$81,330	$80,630	-$700 (-0.9%)
51-9082	Medical Appliance Technicians	$51,410	$50,760	-$650 (-1.3%)

51.2703 Medical Illustration/Medical Illustrator. (PostBacCert)

A program that prepares individuals to apply the principles and techniques of art and computer-assisted imaging, graphics, and animation to create visual materials to facilitate the recording and dissemination of biomedical knowledge for educational, research, and clinical purposes. Includes instruction in anatomy, physiology, pathology, histology, embryology, neuroanatomy, medical terminology, artistic media and techniques, illustration techniques, three-dimensional modeling, prosthetics, data display design, exhibit design and production, medical photography, multimedia, computer graphics and animation, digital imaging, business management, production technology, and instructional design.

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27-1013	Fine Artists, Including Painters, Sculptors, and Illustrators	$76,450	$73,210	-$3,240 (-4.2%)

51.2706 Medical Informatics. (BSc, PostBacCert)

A program that focuses on the application of computer science and software engineering to medical research and clinical information technology support, and the development of advanced imaging, database, and decision systems. Includes instruction in computer science, health information systems architecture, medical knowledge structures, medical language and image processing, quantitative medical decision modeling, imaging techniques, electronic medical records, medical research systems, clinical decision support, and informatics aspects of specific research and practice problems.

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15-1221	Computer and Information Research Scientists	$152,310	$131,100	-$21,210 (-13.9%)
15-1299	Computer Occupations, All Other	$116,700	$97,850	-$18,850 (-16.2%)
25-1199	Postsecondary Teachers, All Other	$94,470	$85,530	-$8,940 (-9.5%)
29-9021	Health Information Technologists and Medical Registrars	$73,410	$80,830	+$7,420 (+10.1%)

51.3201 Bioethics/Medical Ethics. (BSc, PostBacCert)

A program that focuses on the application of ethics, religion, jurisprudence, and the social sciences to the analysis of health care issues, clinical decision making, and research procedures. Includes instruction in philosophical ethics, moral value, medical sociology, theology, spirituality and health, policy analysis, decision theory, and applications to problems such as death and dying, therapeutic relationships, organ transplantation, human and animal subjects, reproduction and fertility, health care justice, cultural sensitivity, needs assessment, professionalism, conflict of interest, chaplaincy, and clinical or emergency procedures.

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21-2021	Directors, Religious Activities and Education	$65,040	$62,460	-$2,580 (-4%)
25-1126	Philosophy and Religion Teachers, Postsecondary	$88,210	$85,530	-$2,680 (-3%)
29-9099	Healthcare Practitioners and Technical Workers, All Other	$73,200	$70,860	-$2,340 (-3.2%)

51.3801 Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse. (Cert2y+, BSc, PostBacCert, MSc, FPD)

A program that generally prepares individuals in the knowledge, techniques and procedures for promoting health, providing care for sick, disabled, infirmed, or other individuals or groups. Includes instruction in the administration of medication and treatments, assisting a physician during treatments and examinations, Referring patients to physicians and other health care specialists, and planning education for health maintenance.

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25-1072	Nursing Instructors and Teachers, Postsecondary	$87,090	$78,600	-$8,490 (-9.7%)
29-1141	Registered Nurses	$98,430	$86,510	-$11,920 (-12.1%)

51.3802 Nursing Administration. (Spec)

A program that prepares registered nurses to manage nursing personnel and services in hospitals and other health care delivery agencies. Includes instruction in principles of health care administration, resource and financial management, health care law and policy, medical personnel management, and managed care operations.

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Maryland Avg	MD vs US
11-9111	Medical and Health Services Managers	$137,730	$131,150	-$6,580 (-4.8%)
29-1141	Registered Nurses	$98,430	$86,510	-$11,920 (-12.1%)
29-1171	Nurse Practitioners	$132,000	$121,850	-$10,150 (-7.7%)

51.3810 Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse/Nursing. (MSc)

A program that prepares registered nurses to promote mental health and provide nursing care to patients with mental, emotional or behavioral disorders, in mental institutions or other settings. Includes instruction in psychopathology, behavioral health, counseling and intervention strategies, psychoeducation, mental health assessment and dual diagnosis, stabilization and management of psychotic illness, psychiatric care and rehabilitation, substance abuse, and crisis intervention.

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Maryland Avg	MD vs US
25-1072	Nursing Instructors and Teachers, Postsecondary	$87,090	$78,600	-$8,490 (-9.7%)
29-1141	Registered Nurses	$98,430	$86,510	-$11,920 (-12.1%)
29-1171	Nurse Practitioners	$132,000	$121,850	-$10,150 (-7.7%)

51.3813 Clinical Nurse Specialist. (MSc)

A program that prepares registered nurses to deliver direct patient and client care in clinical settings. Includes instruction in clinical pharmacotherapeutics, advanced clinical practice, holistic nursing, nursing practice and health care policy, administration and consultation services, health assessment, patient stabilization and care, and patient education.

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25-1072	Nursing Instructors and Teachers, Postsecondary	$87,090	$78,600	-$8,490 (-9.7%)
29-1141	Registered Nurses	$98,430	$86,510	-$11,920 (-12.1%)
29-1171	Nurse Practitioners	$132,000	$121,850	-$10,150 (-7.7%)

51.3899 Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing, Other. (BSc)

Any instructional program in registered nursing, nursing administration, nursing research, and clinical nursing not listed above.

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Maryland Avg	MD vs US
25-1072	Nursing Instructors and Teachers, Postsecondary	$87,090	$78,600	-$8,490 (-9.7%)
29-1141	Registered Nurses	$98,430	$86,510	-$11,920 (-12.1%)
29-1171	Nurse Practitioners	$132,000	$121,850	-$10,150 (-7.7%)

51.9999 Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other. (BSc, PostBacCert, FPD)

Any instructional program in the health professions and related clinical sciences not listed above.

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99-9999	NO MATCH	N/A	N/A	N/A

26.0101 Biology/Biological Sciences, General. (Cert2y+, PostBacCert, FPD)

A general program of biology at the introductory, basic level or a program in biology or the biological sciences that is undifferentiated as to title or content. Includes instruction in general biology and programs covering a variety of biological specializations.

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11-9121	Natural Sciences Managers	$173,500	$120,440	-$53,060 (-30.6%)
19-1029	Biological Scientists, All Other	$100,440	$79,700	-$20,740 (-20.6%)
19-1099	Life Scientists, All Other	$101,940	$80,550	-$21,390 (-21%)
19-4012	Agricultural Technicians	$49,680	$50,360	+$680 (+1.4%)
19-4013	Food Science Technicians	$54,400	$57,150	+$2,750 (+5.1%)
19-4021	Biological Technicians	$58,020	$49,720	-$8,300 (-14.3%)
19-4092	Forensic Science Technicians	$75,260	$76,960	+$1,700 (+2.3%)
25-1042	Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary	$101,340	$78,960	-$22,380 (-22.1%)
25-2031	Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education	$73,700	$69,890	-$3,810 (-5.2%)

26.0102 Biomedical Sciences, General. (Cert2y+, PostBacCert, FPD)

A general, program that focuses on the integrative scientific study of biological issues related to health and medicine, or a program in one or more of the biomedical sciences that is undifferentiated as to title. Includes instruction in any of the basic medical sciences at the research level; biological science research in biomedical faculties; and general studies encompassing a variety of the biomedical disciplines.

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19-1042	Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists	$112,690	$89,320	-$23,370 (-20.7%)
19-4021	Biological Technicians	$58,020	$49,720	-$8,300 (-14.3%)
25-1042	Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary	$101,340	$78,960	-$22,380 (-22.1%)

26.0202 Biochemistry. (PostBacCert, FPD)

A program that focuses on the scientific study of the chemistry of living systems, their fundamental chemical substances and reactions, and their chemical pathways and information transfer systems, with particular reference to carbohydrates, proteins, lipids, and nucleic acids. Includes instruction in bio-organic chemistry, protein chemistry, bioanalytical chemistry, bioseparations, regulatory biochemistry, enzymology, hormonal chemistry, calorimetry, and research methods and equipment operation.

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Maryland Avg	MD vs US
11-9121	Natural Sciences Managers	$173,500	$120,440	-$53,060 (-30.6%)
19-1021	Biochemists and Biophysicists	$115,570	$112,670	-$2,900 (-2.5%)
19-1042	Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists	$112,690	$89,320	-$23,370 (-20.7%)
19-4013	Food Science Technicians	$54,400	$57,150	+$2,750 (+5.1%)
19-4021	Biological Technicians	$58,020	$49,720	-$8,300 (-14.3%)
25-1042	Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary	$101,340	$78,960	-$22,380 (-22.1%)

26.0203 Biophysics. (Cert2y+, PostBacCert, FPD)

A program that focuses on the application of physics principles to the scientific study of the mechanisms of biological processes and assemblies at all levels of complexity. Includes instruction in research methods and equipment operation and applications to subjects such as bioenergetics, biophysical theory and modeling, electrophysics, membrane biology, channels, receptors and transporters, contractility and muscle function, protein shaping and folding, molecular and supramolecular structures and assemblies, and computational science.

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Maryland Avg	MD vs US
11-9121	Natural Sciences Managers	$173,500	$120,440	-$53,060 (-30.6%)
19-1021	Biochemists and Biophysicists	$115,570	$112,670	-$2,900 (-2.5%)
19-1042	Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists	$112,690	$89,320	-$23,370 (-20.7%)
25-1042	Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary	$101,340	$78,960	-$22,380 (-22.1%)

26.0204 Molecular Biology. (PostBacCert, FPD)

A program that focuses on the scientific study of the structure and function of biological macromolecules and the role of molecular constituents and mechanisms in supramolecular assemblies and cells. Includes instruction in such topics as molecular signaling and transduction, regulation of cell growth, enzyme substrates and mechanisms of enzyme action, DNA-protein interaction, and applications to fields such as biotechnology, genetics, cell biology, and physiology.

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Maryland Avg	MD vs US
11-9121	Natural Sciences Managers	$173,500	$120,440	-$53,060 (-30.6%)
19-1029	Biological Scientists, All Other	$100,440	$79,700	-$20,740 (-20.6%)
19-1042	Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists	$112,690	$89,320	-$23,370 (-20.7%)
19-4021	Biological Technicians	$58,020	$49,720	-$8,300 (-14.3%)
25-1042	Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary	$101,340	$78,960	-$22,380 (-22.1%)

26.0206 Molecular Biophysics. (FPD)

A scientific program that focuses on the dynamics and interactions of macromolecules and other three-dimensional ultrastructures, the architecture of supramolecular structures, and energy transfer in biomolecular systems. Includes instruction in energy transduction, structural dynamics, mechanisms of electron and proton transfer in biological systems, bioinformatics, automated analysis, and specialized research techniques.

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Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Maryland Avg	MD vs US
11-9121	Natural Sciences Managers	$173,500	$120,440	-$53,060 (-30.6%)
19-1021	Biochemists and Biophysicists	$115,570	$112,670	-$2,900 (-2.5%)
25-1042	Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary	$101,340	$78,960	-$22,380 (-22.1%)

26.0401 Cell/Cellular Biology and Histology. (PostBacCert, FPD)

A program that focuses on the scientific study of the structure, function, and regulation of cells as individual units and as components of larger systems. Includes instruction in cell chemistry, cellular dynamics, cellular replication and reproduction, cell anatomy, membrane function, organelles, cell adhesion and extracellular matrices, cell dynamics and motility, meiosis and mytosis, signal transduction, regulation, recognition and defense mechanisms, the cell cycle, cell metabolism and respiration, gene expression, and studies of cell types and characteristics.

Graduate Career Earnings in Maryland

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Maryland Avg	MD vs US
11-9121	Natural Sciences Managers	$173,500	$120,440	-$53,060 (-30.6%)
19-1029	Biological Scientists, All Other	$100,440	$79,700	-$20,740 (-20.6%)
19-1041	Epidemiologists	$94,160	$98,950	+$4,790 (+5.1%)
19-1042	Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists	$112,690	$89,320	-$23,370 (-20.7%)
25-1042	Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary	$101,340	$78,960	-$22,380 (-22.1%)
25-1071	Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary	$137,900	$136,990	-$910 (-0.7%)
29-2011	Medical and Clinical Laboratory Technologists	N/A	N/A	N/A

26.0403 Anatomy. (PostBacCert, FPD)

A program that focuses on the scientific study of organ systems, tissue structures, and whole bodies together with their cellular and structural components and dynamics. Includes instruction in cell biology and histology, structural biology, molecular mechanics, regional and gross anatomy, embryology, neuroanatomy, endocrinology and secretory dynamics, and applications to such topics as aging and disease conditions.

Graduate Career Earnings in Maryland

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Maryland Avg	MD vs US
11-9121	Natural Sciences Managers	$173,500	$120,440	-$53,060 (-30.6%)
19-1029	Biological Scientists, All Other	$100,440	$79,700	-$20,740 (-20.6%)
19-1042	Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists	$112,690	$89,320	-$23,370 (-20.7%)
25-1042	Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary	$101,340	$78,960	-$22,380 (-22.1%)
25-1071	Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary	$137,900	$136,990	-$910 (-0.7%)

26.0406 Cell/Cellular and Molecular Biology. (Cert2y+, PostBacCert)

An integrated, combined program that focuses on the scientific study of cells, cellular systems, and the molecular basis of cell structure and function. Includes instruction in cell biology, cell chemistry, molecular biology, biophysics, and structural biology.

Graduate Career Earnings in Maryland

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Maryland Avg	MD vs US
11-9121	Natural Sciences Managers	$173,500	$120,440	-$53,060 (-30.6%)
19-1029	Biological Scientists, All Other	$100,440	$79,700	-$20,740 (-20.6%)
19-1042	Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists	$112,690	$89,320	-$23,370 (-20.7%)
19-4021	Biological Technicians	$58,020	$49,720	-$8,300 (-14.3%)
25-1042	Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary	$101,340	$78,960	-$22,380 (-22.1%)

26.0499 Cell/Cellular Biology and Anatomical Sciences, Other. (PostBacCert)

Any instructional program in cell/cellular biology and anatomical sciences not listed above.

Graduate Career Earnings in Maryland

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Maryland Avg	MD vs US
11-9121	Natural Sciences Managers	$173,500	$120,440	-$53,060 (-30.6%)
19-1021	Biochemists and Biophysicists	$115,570	$112,670	-$2,900 (-2.5%)
19-1022	Microbiologists	$95,200	$88,570	-$6,630 (-7%)
19-1029	Biological Scientists, All Other	$100,440	$79,700	-$20,740 (-20.6%)
25-1042	Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary	$101,340	$78,960	-$22,380 (-22.1%)

26.0507 Immunology. (FPD)

A program that focuses on scientific study of the biological mechanisms involved in the pathogenesis of disease, host-pathogen interactions, and host response to disease. Includes instruction in antigen and antibody structure and function, effector mechanisms, receptors, histocompatibility, host-pathogen recognition, disease modeling, autoimmune systems, antibody formation, cytotoxic responses, regulation of immune response, virulence determinants, intercellular signaling, immunosuppression, immunotherapy, immunogenetics, disease markers, transplantation, antibody humanization, and microbial pathogenesis.

Graduate Career Earnings in Maryland

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Maryland Avg	MD vs US
11-9121	Natural Sciences Managers	$173,500	$120,440	-$53,060 (-30.6%)
19-1022	Microbiologists	$95,200	$88,570	-$6,630 (-7%)
19-1029	Biological Scientists, All Other	$100,440	$79,700	-$20,740 (-20.6%)
19-1042	Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists	$112,690	$89,320	-$23,370 (-20.7%)
25-1042	Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary	$101,340	$78,960	-$22,380 (-22.1%)

26.0707 Animal Physiology. (FPD)

A program that focuses on the scientific study of function, morphology, regulation, and intercellular communications and dynamics within vertebrate and invertebrate in animal species, with comparative applications to homo sapiens and its relatives and antecedents. Includes instruction in reproduction, growth, lactation, digestion, performance, behavioral adaptation, sensory perception, motor action, phylogenetics, biotic and abiotic function, membrane biology, and related aspects of biochemistry and biophysics.

Graduate Career Earnings in Maryland

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Maryland Avg	MD vs US
11-9121	Natural Sciences Managers	$173,500	$120,440	-$53,060 (-30.6%)
19-1023	Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists	$77,920	$81,780	+$3,860 (+5%)
19-1029	Biological Scientists, All Other	$100,440	$79,700	-$20,740 (-20.6%)
25-1042	Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary	$101,340	$78,960	-$22,380 (-22.1%)

26.0804 Animal Genetics. (FPD)

A program that focuses on the scientific study of the genetics of multicellular animal life forms from the experimental, comparative, and clinical (veterinary and medical) viewpoints. Includes instruction in molecular genetics, gene expression, gene regulation, genomics, epigenetic phenomena, DNA recombination and repair, genetic interactions at the microbial and higher levels, and molecular evolution.

Graduate Career Earnings in Maryland

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Maryland Avg	MD vs US
11-9121	Natural Sciences Managers	$173,500	$120,440	-$53,060 (-30.6%)
19-1029	Biological Scientists, All Other	$100,440	$79,700	-$20,740 (-20.6%)
25-1042	Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary	$101,340	$78,960	-$22,380 (-22.1%)

26.0806 Human/Medical Genetics. (PostBacCert, FPD)

A program that focuses on the scientific study of human genetics from the standpoint of medical applications such as clinical diagnosis, genetic engineering and therapy, transplantation, and the study of genetic diseases and disabilities and their defense. Includes instruction in human molecular genetics; genetic factors causing disease; changes in gene expression during development, differentiation, and pathogenesis; recombinant DNA; gene therapy; clinical genetics; genetic epidemiology; immunogenetics; cytogenetics; and genetics of specific disorders and diseases.

Graduate Career Earnings in Maryland

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Maryland Avg	MD vs US
19-1042	Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists	$112,690	$89,320	-$23,370 (-20.7%)
25-1042	Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary	$101,340	$78,960	-$22,380 (-22.1%)
29-9092	Genetic Counselors	$102,890	$97,130	-$5,760 (-5.6%)

26.0807 Genome Sciences/Genomics. (PostBacCert)

A program that focuses on the scientific study of whole genome sequences and patterns of gene expression. Includes instruction in molecular and cellular biology, genetics, protein technologies, genomic sciences and techniques, bioinformatics, and scientific and research ethics.

Graduate Career Earnings in Maryland

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Maryland Avg	MD vs US
11-9121	Natural Sciences Managers	$173,500	$120,440	-$53,060 (-30.6%)
19-1029	Biological Scientists, All Other	$100,440	$79,700	-$20,740 (-20.6%)
25-1042	Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary	$101,340	$78,960	-$22,380 (-22.1%)
29-9092	Genetic Counselors	$102,890	$97,130	-$5,760 (-5.6%)

26.0910 Pathology/Experimental Pathology. (PostBacCert, FPD)

A program that focuses on the scientific study of the expression, initiation, maintenance and progression of tissue injury and disease, including death, and the relationship of pathogenesis to fundamental molecular and cellular mechanisms. Includes instruction in immunology, microbiology, gene expression, inflammation, cell injury, apoptosis, immunopathology, molecular markers of disease and toxins, neoplasia, growth regulation, and organ- and system-specific investigations.

Graduate Career Earnings in Maryland

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Maryland Avg	MD vs US
11-9121	Natural Sciences Managers	$173,500	$120,440	-$53,060 (-30.6%)
19-1029	Biological Scientists, All Other	$100,440	$79,700	-$20,740 (-20.6%)
19-1042	Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists	$112,690	$89,320	-$23,370 (-20.7%)
25-1042	Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary	$101,340	$78,960	-$22,380 (-22.1%)

26.0999 Physiology, Pathology, and Related Sciences, Other. (FPD)

Any instructional program in physiology, pathology, and related sciences not listed above.

Graduate Career Earnings in Maryland

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Maryland Avg	MD vs US
19-1042	Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists	$112,690	$89,320	-$23,370 (-20.7%)
25-1071	Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary	$137,900	$136,990	-$910 (-0.7%)

26.1001 Pharmacology. (PostBacCert, FPD)

A program that focuses on the scientific study of drug interactions on biological systems and organisms and the sources, chemical properties, biological effects, and therapeutic uses of drugs. Includes instruction in pharmacodynamics, pharmacokinetics, toxicology, drug therapeutics, drug action, bodily responses to drug events, biochemical proliferation and differentiation, apoptosis, cell biology, medicinal chemistry, and studies of specific drugs and drug interactions.

Graduate Career Earnings in Maryland

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Maryland Avg	MD vs US
11-9121	Natural Sciences Managers	$173,500	$120,440	-$53,060 (-30.6%)
19-1029	Biological Scientists, All Other	$100,440	$79,700	-$20,740 (-20.6%)
19-1042	Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists	$112,690	$89,320	-$23,370 (-20.7%)
25-1042	Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary	$101,340	$78,960	-$22,380 (-22.1%)
25-1071	Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary	$137,900	$136,990	-$910 (-0.7%)

26.1006 Environmental Toxicology. (PostBacCert)

A program that focuses on the scientific study of the health effects associated with exposure to toxic chemicals and systems occurring in the natural, work, and living environments; the management of environmental toxins and toxicity; and the development of protections for humans, animals, and plants. Includes instruction in applied ecology; microbiology; toxin transport, fate, and degradation; dermal toxicology; reproductive and genetic toxicology; atmospheric and environmental chemistry; metals toxicology; environmental mutagens and biotransformation; nutrient interaction; chemical sensitivity, disorders, and disease; risk assessment; animal waste management; environmental health; and hazardous materials management.

Graduate Career Earnings in Maryland

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Maryland Avg	MD vs US
17-3025	Environmental Engineering Technologists and Technicians	$63,070	$68,130	+$5,060 (+8%)
19-1042	Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists	$112,690	$89,320	-$23,370 (-20.7%)
19-2041	Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health	$88,640	$76,250	-$12,390 (-14%)
19-4042	Environmental Science and Protection Technicians, Including Health	$56,770	$54,890	-$1,880 (-3.3%)
19-5011	Occupational Health and Safety Specialists	$88,660	$76,960	-$11,700 (-13.2%)
19-5012	Occupational Health and Safety Technicians	$63,800	$69,420	+$5,620 (+8.8%)
25-1071	Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary	$137,900	$136,990	-$910 (-0.7%)

26.1102 Biostatistics. (PostBacCert, FPD)

A program that focuses on the application of descriptive and inferential statistics to biomedical research and clinical, public health, and industrial issues related to human populations. Includes instruction in mathematical statistics, modeling, clinical trials methodology, disease and survival analysis, longitudinal analysis, missing data analysis, spatial analysis, computer tomography, biostatistics consulting, and applications to such topics as genetics, oncology, pharmacokinetics, physiology, neurobiology, and biophysics.

Graduate Career Earnings in Maryland

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Maryland Avg	MD vs US
11-9121	Natural Sciences Managers	$173,500	$120,440	-$53,060 (-30.6%)
15-2041	Statisticians	$112,330	$111,190	-$1,140 (-1%)
19-1029	Biological Scientists, All Other	$100,440	$79,700	-$20,740 (-20.6%)
19-1042	Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists	$112,690	$89,320	-$23,370 (-20.7%)
19-4021	Biological Technicians	$58,020	$49,720	-$8,300 (-14.3%)
25-1022	Mathematical Science Teachers, Postsecondary	$92,880	$79,540	-$13,340 (-14.4%)
25-1071	Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary	$137,900	$136,990	-$910 (-0.7%)

26.1103 Bioinformatics. (PostBacCert, FPD)

A program that focuses on the application of computer-based technologies and services to biological, biomedical, and biotechnology research. Includes instruction in algorithms, network architecture, principles of software design, human interface design, usability studies, search strategies, database management and data mining, digital image processing, computer graphics and animation, CAD, computer programming, and applications to experimental design and analysis and to specific quantitative, modeling, and analytical studies in the various biological specializations.

Graduate Career Earnings in Maryland

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Maryland Avg	MD vs US
15-1221	Computer and Information Research Scientists	$152,310	$131,100	-$21,210 (-13.9%)
15-1299	Computer Occupations, All Other	$116,700	$97,850	-$18,850 (-16.2%)
15-2051	Data Scientists	$124,590	$116,130	-$8,460 (-6.8%)
19-4021	Biological Technicians	$58,020	$49,720	-$8,300 (-14.3%)

26.1201 Biotechnology. (BSc, PostBacCert)

A program that focuses on the application of the biological sciences, biochemistry, and genetics to the preparation of new and enhanced agricultural, environmental, clinical, and industrial products, including the commercial exploitation of microbes, plants, and animals. Includes instruction in bioinformatics, gene identification, phylogenetics and comparative genomics, bioinorganic chemistry, immunoassaying, DNA sequencing, xenotransplantation, genetic engineering, industrial microbiology, drug and biologic development, enzyme-based production processes, patent law, biotechnology management and marketing, applicable regulations, and biotechnology ethics.

Graduate Career Earnings in Maryland

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Maryland Avg	MD vs US
11-9121	Natural Sciences Managers	$173,500	$120,440	-$53,060 (-30.6%)
19-1029	Biological Scientists, All Other	$100,440	$79,700	-$20,740 (-20.6%)
25-1042	Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary	$101,340	$78,960	-$22,380 (-22.1%)

26.1301 Ecology. (Cert2y+)

A program that focuses on the scientific study of the relationships and interactions of small-scale biological systems, such as organisms, to each other, to complex and whole systems, and to the physical and other non-biological aspects of their environments. Includes instruction in biogeochemistry; landscape and/or marine/aquatic dynamics; decomposition; global and regional elemental budgets; biotic and abiotic regulation of nutrient cycles; ecophysiology; ecosystem resilience, disturbance, and succession; community and habitat dynamics; organismal interactions (co-evolution, competition, predation); paleoecology; and evolutionary ecology.

Graduate Career Earnings in Maryland

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Maryland Avg	MD vs US
11-9121	Natural Sciences Managers	$173,500	$120,440	-$53,060 (-30.6%)
19-1023	Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists	$77,920	$81,780	+$3,860 (+5%)
19-1029	Biological Scientists, All Other	$100,440	$79,700	-$20,740 (-20.6%)
19-1031	Conservation Scientists	$74,310	$78,080	+$3,770 (+5.1%)
19-1099	Life Scientists, All Other	$101,940	$80,550	-$21,390 (-21%)
25-1042	Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary	$101,340	$78,960	-$22,380 (-22.1%)
25-1043	Forestry and Conservation Science Teachers, Postsecondary	$103,780	N/A	N/A

26.1306 Population Biology. (BSc)

A program that focuses on the scientific study of the natural history, life cycle behavior, and ecosystem dynamics of single species and multi-species communities, and the patterns and causes of diversity within and among such populations. Includes instruction in biostatistics, population dynamics, population and quantitative genetics, RNA and DNA sequences, genomics, evolutionary ecology, natural adaptation and hybridization, geographic differentiation, life history and life cycle studies, and animal and plant demography.

Graduate Career Earnings in Maryland

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Maryland Avg	MD vs US
19-1029	Biological Scientists, All Other	$100,440	$79,700	-$20,740 (-20.6%)
25-1042	Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary	$101,340	$78,960	-$22,380 (-22.1%)

26.1309 Epidemiology. (BSc, PostBacCert, FPD)

A program that focuses on the scientific study of disease, disability, and trauma patterns within and across populations and the development of health management mechanisms to prevent and control disease outbreaks and injurious behaviors. Includes instruction in biostatistics, biochemistry, molecular biology, immunology, disease and injury determinants, genetic disease and disability factors, behavioral studies, health services research, environmental disease and injury factors, and population studies.

Graduate Career Earnings in Maryland

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Maryland Avg	MD vs US
19-1041	Epidemiologists	$94,160	$98,950	+$4,790 (+5.1%)
19-1042	Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists	$112,690	$89,320	-$23,370 (-20.7%)
25-1071	Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary	$137,900	$136,990	-$910 (-0.7%)

26.1501 Neuroscience. (Cert2y+, PostBacCert, FPD)

A program that focuses on the interdisciplinary scientific study of the molecular, structural, physiologic, cognitive, and behavioral aspects of the brain and nervous system. Includes instruction in molecular and cellular neuroscience, brain science, anatomy and physiology of the central nervous system, molecular and biochemical bases of information processing, behavioral neuroscience, biology of neuropsychiatric disorders, and applications to the clinical sciences and biomedical engineering.

Graduate Career Earnings in Maryland

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Maryland Avg	MD vs US
11-9121	Natural Sciences Managers	$173,500	$120,440	-$53,060 (-30.6%)
19-1029	Biological Scientists, All Other	$100,440	$79,700	-$20,740 (-20.6%)
19-4021	Biological Technicians	$58,020	$49,720	-$8,300 (-14.3%)
25-1042	Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary	$101,340	$78,960	-$22,380 (-22.1%)

26.9999 Biological and Biomedical Sciences, Other. (MSc)

Any instructional program in the biological and biomedical sciences not listed above.

Graduate Career Earnings in Maryland

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Maryland Avg	MD vs US
11-9121	Natural Sciences Managers	$173,500	$120,440	-$53,060 (-30.6%)
19-1029	Biological Scientists, All Other	$100,440	$79,700	-$20,740 (-20.6%)
19-1099	Life Scientists, All Other	$101,940	$80,550	-$21,390 (-21%)
25-1042	Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary	$101,340	$78,960	-$22,380 (-22.1%)

45.0101 Social Sciences, General. (Cert2y+)

A program that focuses on the general study of human social behavior and social institutions using any of the methodologies common to the social sciences and/or history, or an undifferentiated program of study in the social sciences.

Graduate Career Earnings in Maryland

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Maryland Avg	MD vs US
11-9199	Managers, All Other	$149,890	$112,600	-$37,290 (-24.9%)
19-3099	Social Scientists and Related Workers, All Other	$106,440	$83,880	-$22,560 (-21.2%)
19-4061	Social Science Research Assistants	$63,560	$69,720	+$6,160 (+9.7%)
25-1069	Social Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary, All Other	$92,950	$79,290	-$13,660 (-14.7%)
25-2031	Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education	$73,700	$69,890	-$3,810 (-5.2%)

45.0102 Research Methodology and Quantitative Methods. (BSc, PostBacCert)

A program that focuses on the design of research studies, measurement of variables, data analysis, and formulation of models. Includes instruction in experimental, quasi-experimental, and case study methods; historical research; participant observation; questionnaire design; sampling theory; and statistical methods.

Graduate Career Earnings in Maryland

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Maryland Avg	MD vs US
11-9199	Managers, All Other	$149,890	$112,600	-$37,290 (-24.9%)
15-2041	Statisticians	$112,330	$111,190	-$1,140 (-1%)
19-3022	Survey Researchers	$73,470	$98,160	+$24,690 (+33.6%)
19-3041	Sociologists	$111,670	$92,030	-$19,640 (-17.6%)
19-3099	Social Scientists and Related Workers, All Other	$106,440	$83,880	-$22,560 (-21.2%)
25-1069	Social Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary, All Other	$92,950	$79,290	-$13,660 (-14.7%)

45.0201 Anthropology, General. (Cert2y+, PostBacCert, FPD)

A program that focuses on the systematic study of human beings, their antecedents and related primates, and their cultural behavior and institutions, in comparative perspective. Includes instruction in biological/physical anthropology, primatology, human paleontology and prehistoric archeology, hominid evolution, anthropological linguistics, ethnography, ethnology, ethnohistory, socio-cultural anthropology, psychological anthropology, research methods, and applications to areas such as medicine, forensic pathology, museum studies, and international affairs.

Graduate Career Earnings in Maryland

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Maryland Avg	MD vs US
11-9199	Managers, All Other	$149,890	$112,600	-$37,290 (-24.9%)
19-3091	Anthropologists and Archeologists	$71,070	$68,810	-$2,260 (-3.2%)
25-1061	Anthropology and Archeology Teachers, Postsecondary	$102,530	$119,970	+$17,440 (+17%)

45.0301 Archeology. (Cert2y+)

A program that focuses on the systematic study of extinct societies, and the past of living societies, via the excavation, analysis and interpretation of their artifactual, human, and associated remains. Includes instruction in archeological theory, field methods, dating methods, conservation and museum studies, cultural and physical evolution, and the study of specific selected past cultures.

Graduate Career Earnings in Maryland

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Maryland Avg	MD vs US
11-9199	Managers, All Other	$149,890	$112,600	-$37,290 (-24.9%)
19-3091	Anthropologists and Archeologists	$71,070	$68,810	-$2,260 (-3.2%)
25-1061	Anthropology and Archeology Teachers, Postsecondary	$102,530	$119,970	+$17,440 (+17%)
39-7011	Tour Guides and Escorts	N/A	N/A	N/A

45.0501 Demography and Population Studies. (PostBacCert)

A program that focuses on the systematic study of population models and population phenomena, and related problems of social structure and behavior. Includes instruction in population growth, spatial distribution, mortality and fertility factors, migration, dynamic population modeling, population estimation and projection, mathematical and statistical analysis of population data, population policy studies, and applications to problems in economics and government planning.

Graduate Career Earnings in Maryland

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Maryland Avg	MD vs US
11-9199	Managers, All Other	$149,890	$112,600	-$37,290 (-24.9%)
19-3041	Sociologists	$111,670	$92,030	-$19,640 (-17.6%)
19-3099	Social Scientists and Related Workers, All Other	$106,440	$83,880	-$22,560 (-21.2%)
25-1067	Sociology Teachers, Postsecondary	$97,270	$108,280	+$11,010 (+11.3%)

45.0601 Economics, General. (Cert2y+, PostBacCert, MSc, FPD)

A general program that focuses on the systematic study of the production, conservation and allocation of resources in conditions of scarcity, together with the organizational frameworks related to these processes. Includes instruction in economic theory, micro- and macroeconomics, comparative economic systems, money and banking systems, international economics, quantitative analytical methods, and applications to specific industries and public policy issues.

Graduate Career Earnings in Maryland

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Maryland Avg	MD vs US
11-9199	Managers, All Other	$149,890	$112,600	-$37,290 (-24.9%)
19-3011	Economists	$130,910	$124,720	-$6,190 (-4.7%)
19-3022	Survey Researchers	$73,470	$98,160	+$24,690 (+33.6%)
19-4061	Social Science Research Assistants	$63,560	$69,720	+$6,160 (+9.7%)
25-1063	Economics Teachers, Postsecondary	$133,140	$153,360	+$20,220 (+15.2%)
25-2031	Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education	$73,700	$69,890	-$3,810 (-5.2%)

45.0603 Econometrics and Quantitative Economics. (Cert2y+, PostBacCert, FPD)

A program that focuses on the systematic study of mathematical and statistical analysis of economic phenomena and problems. Includes instruction in economic statistics, optimization theory, cost/benefit analysis, price theory, economic modeling, and economic forecasting and evaluation.

Graduate Career Earnings in Maryland

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Maryland Avg	MD vs US
11-9199	Managers, All Other	$149,890	$112,600	-$37,290 (-24.9%)
15-2041	Statisticians	$112,330	$111,190	-$1,140 (-1%)
15-2051	Data Scientists	$124,590	$116,130	-$8,460 (-6.8%)
19-3011	Economists	$130,910	$124,720	-$6,190 (-4.7%)
19-4061	Social Science Research Assistants	$63,560	$69,720	+$6,160 (+9.7%)
25-1063	Economics Teachers, Postsecondary	$133,140	$153,360	+$20,220 (+15.2%)

45.0701 Geography. (Cert2y+)

A program that focuses on the systematic study of the spatial distribution and interrelationships of people, natural resources, plant and animal life. Includes instruction in historical and political geography, cultural geography, economic and physical geography, regional science, cartographic methods, remote sensing, spatial analysis, and applications to areas such as land-use planning, development studies, and analyses of specific countries, regions, and resources.

Graduate Career Earnings in Maryland

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Maryland Avg	MD vs US
11-9199	Managers, All Other	$149,890	$112,600	-$37,290 (-24.9%)
17-3031	Surveying and Mapping Technicians	$56,890	N/A	N/A
19-3092	Geographers	$98,160	$91,980	-$6,180 (-6.3%)
25-1064	Geography Teachers, Postsecondary	$99,020	$122,390	+$23,370 (+23.6%)

45.0702 Geographic Information Science and Cartography. (BSc, PostBacCert)

A program that focuses on the systematic study of map-making and the application of mathematical, computer, and other techniques to the analysis of large amounts of geographic data and the science of mapping geographic information. Includes instruction in cartographic theory and map projections, computer-assisted cartography, geographic information systems, map design and layout, photogrammetry, air photo interpretation, remote sensing, spatial analysis, geodesy, cartographic editing, and applications to specific industrial, commercial, research, and governmental mapping problems.

Graduate Career Earnings in Maryland

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Maryland Avg	MD vs US
11-9199	Managers, All Other	$149,890	$112,600	-$37,290 (-24.9%)
17-1021	Cartographers and Photogrammetrists	$82,860	$78,360	-$4,500 (-5.4%)
17-3031	Surveying and Mapping Technicians	$56,890	N/A	N/A
19-3092	Geographers	$98,160	$91,980	-$6,180 (-6.3%)
25-1064	Geography Teachers, Postsecondary	$99,020	$122,390	+$23,370 (+23.6%)

45.0901 International Relations and Affairs. (Cert2y+, BSc, PostBacCert, MSc, FPD, Spec)

A program that focuses on the systematic study of international politics and institutions, and the conduct of diplomacy and foreign policy. Includes instruction in international relations theory, foreign policy analysis, international law and organization, the comparative study of specific countries and regions, and the theory and practice of diplomacy.

Graduate Career Earnings in Maryland

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Maryland Avg	MD vs US
11-9199	Managers, All Other	$149,890	$112,600	-$37,290 (-24.9%)
19-3094	Political Scientists	$137,600	$148,480	+$10,880 (+7.9%)
25-1065	Political Science Teachers, Postsecondary	$105,160	$114,830	+$9,670 (+9.2%)

45.0902 National Security Policy Studies. (PostBacCert)

A program that focuses on the theory and application of intelligence, diplomacy, military power, and related tools of statecraft to national defense policy formulation and power projection. Includes instruction in history, political theory, public policy analysis, civil-military relations, military and defense studies, homeland security, leadership, threat scenarios, regional and local issues, alliance and coalition issues, defense budgeting and economics, intelligence, and strategy.

Graduate Career Earnings in Maryland

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Maryland Avg	MD vs US
11-9199	Managers, All Other	$149,890	$112,600	-$37,290 (-24.9%)
19-3094	Political Scientists	$137,600	$148,480	+$10,880 (+7.9%)
25-1065	Political Science Teachers, Postsecondary	$105,160	$114,830	+$9,670 (+9.2%)

45.1001 Political Science and Government, General. (Cert2y+, BSc, PostBacCert, FPD)

A general program that focuses on the systematic study of political institutions and behavior. Includes instruction in political philosophy, political theory, comparative government and politics, political parties and interest groups, public opinion, political research methods, studies of the government and politics of specific countries, and studies of specific political institutions and processes.

Graduate Career Earnings in Maryland

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Maryland Avg	MD vs US
11-9199	Managers, All Other	$149,890	$112,600	-$37,290 (-24.9%)
19-3094	Political Scientists	$137,600	$148,480	+$10,880 (+7.9%)
19-4061	Social Science Research Assistants	$63,560	$69,720	+$6,160 (+9.7%)
25-1065	Political Science Teachers, Postsecondary	$105,160	$114,830	+$9,670 (+9.2%)
25-2031	Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education	$73,700	$69,890	-$3,810 (-5.2%)

45.1099 Political Science and Government, Other. (PostBacCert)

Any instructional program in political science and government not listed above.

Graduate Career Earnings in Maryland

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Maryland Avg	MD vs US
11-9199	Managers, All Other	$149,890	$112,600	-$37,290 (-24.9%)
19-3094	Political Scientists	$137,600	$148,480	+$10,880 (+7.9%)
25-1065	Political Science Teachers, Postsecondary	$105,160	$114,830	+$9,670 (+9.2%)
25-2031	Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education	$73,700	$69,890	-$3,810 (-5.2%)

45.1101 Sociology, General. (Cert2y+, PostBacCert, FPD)

A program that focuses on the systematic study of human social institutions and social relationships. Includes instruction in social theory, sociological research methods, social organization and structure, social stratification and hierarchies, dynamics of social change, family structures, social deviance and control, and applications to the study of specific social groups, social institutions, and social problems.

Graduate Career Earnings in Maryland

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Maryland Avg	MD vs US
11-9199	Managers, All Other	$149,890	$112,600	-$37,290 (-24.9%)
19-3041	Sociologists	$111,670	$92,030	-$19,640 (-17.6%)
19-4061	Social Science Research Assistants	$63,560	$69,720	+$6,160 (+9.7%)
25-1067	Sociology Teachers, Postsecondary	$97,270	$108,280	+$11,010 (+11.3%)

14.0101 Engineering, General. (Assoc, Cert2y+, BSc, PostBacCert, MSc, Spec)

A program that generally prepares individuals to apply mathematical and scientific principles to solve a wide variety of practical problems in industry, social organization, public works, and commerce. Includes instruction in undifferentiated and individualized programs in engineering.

Graduate Career Earnings in Maryland

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Maryland Avg	MD vs US
11-9041	Architectural and Engineering Managers	$175,710	$140,830	-$34,880 (-19.9%)
17-2199	Engineers, All Other	$121,720	$79,840	-$41,880 (-34.4%)
25-1032	Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary	$119,340	$123,030	+$3,690 (+3.1%)

14.0201 Aerospace, Aeronautical, and Astronautical/Space Engineering, General. (PostBacCert)

A program that prepares individuals to apply mathematical and scientific principles to the design, development and operational evaluation of aircraft, missiles, space vehicles, and their systems; applied research on flight and orbital characteristics; and the development of systems and procedures for the launching, guidance, and control of air and space vehicles.

Graduate Career Earnings in Maryland

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Maryland Avg	MD vs US
11-9041	Architectural and Engineering Managers	$175,710	$140,830	-$34,880 (-19.9%)
17-2011	Aerospace Engineers	$141,180	$141,020	-$160 (-0.1%)
25-1032	Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary	$119,340	$123,030	+$3,690 (+3.1%)

14.0501 Bioengineering and Biomedical Engineering. (Cert2y+, BSc, PostBacCert, MSc, FPD)

A program that prepares individuals to apply mathematical and scientific principles to the design, development and operational evaluation of biomedical and health systems and products such as integrated biomedical systems, instrumentation, medical information systems, artificial organs and prostheses, and health management and care delivery systems.

Graduate Career Earnings in Maryland

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Maryland Avg	MD vs US
11-9041	Architectural and Engineering Managers	$175,710	$140,830	-$34,880 (-19.9%)
17-2031	Bioengineers and Biomedical Engineers	$115,020	$101,300	-$13,720 (-11.9%)
25-1032	Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary	$119,340	$123,030	+$3,690 (+3.1%)

14.0701 Chemical Engineering. (Cert2y+, PostBacCert, FPD)

A program that prepares individuals to apply mathematical and scientific principles to the design, development and operational evaluation of systems employing chemical processes, such as chemical reactors, kinetic systems, electrochemical systems, energy conservation processes, heat and mass transfer systems, and separation processes; and the applied analysis of chemical problems such as corrosion, particle abrasion, energy loss, pollution, and fluid mechanics.

Graduate Career Earnings in Maryland

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Maryland Avg	MD vs US
11-9041	Architectural and Engineering Managers	$175,710	$140,830	-$34,880 (-19.9%)
17-2041	Chemical Engineers	$128,430	$145,900	+$17,470 (+13.6%)
25-1032	Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary	$119,340	$123,030	+$3,690 (+3.1%)

14.0801 Civil Engineering, General. (Cert2y+, BSc, PostBacCert, FPD)

A program that generally prepares individuals to apply mathematical and scientific principles to the design, development and operational evaluation of structural, load-bearing, material moving, transportation, water resource, and material control systems; and environmental safety measures.

Graduate Career Earnings in Maryland

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Maryland Avg	MD vs US
11-9041	Architectural and Engineering Managers	$175,710	$140,830	-$34,880 (-19.9%)
17-2051	Civil Engineers	$107,050	$94,460	-$12,590 (-11.8%)
25-1032	Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary	$119,340	$123,030	+$3,690 (+3.1%)

14.0901 Computer Engineering, General. (Cert2y+)

A program that generally prepares individuals to apply mathematical and scientific principles to the design, development and operational evaluation of computer hardware and software systems and related equipment and facilities; and the analysis of specific problems of computer applications to various tasks.

Graduate Career Earnings in Maryland

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Maryland Avg	MD vs US
11-9041	Architectural and Engineering Managers	$175,710	$140,830	-$34,880 (-19.9%)
15-1241	Computer Network Architects	$135,890	$130,820	-$5,070 (-3.7%)
15-1243	Database Architects	$142,620	$133,240	-$9,380 (-6.6%)
15-1252	Software Developers	$144,570	$135,570	-$9,000 (-6.2%)
15-1253	Software Quality Assurance Analysts and Testers	$110,260	$69,840	-$40,420 (-36.7%)
17-2061	Computer Hardware Engineers	$156,770	$126,480	-$30,290 (-19.3%)
25-1032	Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary	$119,340	$123,030	+$3,690 (+3.1%)

14.1001 Electrical and Electronics Engineering. (Cert2y+, BSc, PostBacCert, MSc, FPD)

A program that prepares individuals to apply mathematical and scientific principles to the design, development and operational evaluation of electrical and electronic systems and their components, including electrical power generation systems; and the analysis of problems such as superconductor, wave propagation, energy storage and retrieval, and reception and amplification.

Graduate Career Earnings in Maryland

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Maryland Avg	MD vs US
11-9041	Architectural and Engineering Managers	$175,710	$140,830	-$34,880 (-19.9%)
17-2011	Aerospace Engineers	$141,180	$141,020	-$160 (-0.1%)
17-2061	Computer Hardware Engineers	$156,770	$126,480	-$30,290 (-19.3%)
17-2071	Electrical Engineers	$120,980	$99,360	-$21,620 (-17.9%)
17-2072	Electronics Engineers, Except Computer	$132,500	$148,750	+$16,250 (+12.3%)
25-1032	Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary	$119,340	$123,030	+$3,690 (+3.1%)

14.1101 Engineering Mechanics. (Cert2y+)

A program with a general focus on the application of the mathematical and scientific principles of classical mechanics to the analysis and evaluation of the behavior of structures, forces and materials in engineering problems. Includes instruction in statics, kinetics, dynamics, kinematics, celestial mechanics, stress and failure, and electromagnetism.

Graduate Career Earnings in Maryland

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Maryland Avg	MD vs US
11-9041	Architectural and Engineering Managers	$175,710	$140,830	-$34,880 (-19.9%)
17-2141	Mechanical Engineers	$110,080	$83,630	-$26,450 (-24%)
17-2199	Engineers, All Other	$121,720	$79,840	-$41,880 (-34.4%)
25-1032	Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary	$119,340	$123,030	+$3,690 (+3.1%)

14.1401 Environmental/Environmental Health Engineering. (Cert2y+, BSc, PostBacCert, MSc, FPD)

A program that prepares individuals to apply mathematical and scientific principles to the design, development and operational evaluation of systems for controlling contained living environments and for monitoring and controlling factors in the external natural environment, including pollution control, waste and hazardous material disposal, health and safety protection, conservation, life support, and requirements for protection of special materials and related work environments.

Graduate Career Earnings in Maryland

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Maryland Avg	MD vs US
11-9041	Architectural and Engineering Managers	$175,710	$140,830	-$34,880 (-19.9%)
17-2081	Environmental Engineers	$110,570	$103,100	-$7,470 (-6.8%)
17-2111	Health and Safety Engineers, Except Mining Safety Engineers and Inspectors	$113,770	$111,010	-$2,760 (-2.4%)
25-1032	Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary	$119,340	$123,030	+$3,690 (+3.1%)

14.1801 Materials Engineering. (Cert2y+, PostBacCert, FPD)

A program that prepares individuals to apply mathematical and materials science principles to the design, development and operational evaluation of materials and related processes used in manufacturing in a wide variety of settings; the synthesis of new industrial materials, including marrying and bonding composites; analysis of materials requirements and specifications; and related problems of system design dependent on materials factors.

Graduate Career Earnings in Maryland

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Maryland Avg	MD vs US
11-9041	Architectural and Engineering Managers	$175,710	$140,830	-$34,880 (-19.9%)
13-1051	Cost Estimators	$83,160	$76,140	-$7,020 (-8.4%)
17-2131	Materials Engineers	$116,380	$141,020	+$24,640 (+21.2%)
25-1032	Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary	$119,340	$123,030	+$3,690 (+3.1%)

14.1901 Mechanical Engineering. (Cert2y+, PostBacCert, MSc, FPD)

A program that prepares individuals to apply mathematical and scientific principles to the design, development and operational evaluation of physical systems used in manufacturing and end-product systems used for specific uses, including machine tools, jigs and other manufacturing equipment; stationary power units and appliances; engines; self-propelled vehicles; housings and containers; hydraulic and electric systems for controlling movement; and the integration of computers and remote control with operating systems.

Graduate Career Earnings in Maryland

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Maryland Avg	MD vs US
11-9041	Architectural and Engineering Managers	$175,710	$140,830	-$34,880 (-19.9%)
13-1051	Cost Estimators	$83,160	$76,140	-$7,020 (-8.4%)
17-2011	Aerospace Engineers	$141,180	$141,020	-$160 (-0.1%)
17-2141	Mechanical Engineers	$110,080	$83,630	-$26,450 (-24%)
25-1032	Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary	$119,340	$123,030	+$3,690 (+3.1%)

14.2701 Systems Engineering. (Cert2y+, BSc, PostBacCert, MSc)

A program that prepares individuals to apply mathematical and scientific principles to the design, development and operational evaluation of total systems solutions to a wide variety of engineering problems, including the integration of human, physical, energy, communications, management, and information requirements as needed, and the application of requisite analytical methods to specific situations.

Graduate Career Earnings in Maryland

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Maryland Avg	MD vs US
11-9041	Architectural and Engineering Managers	$175,710	$140,830	-$34,880 (-19.9%)
15-1243	Database Architects	$142,620	$133,240	-$9,380 (-6.6%)
17-2112	Industrial Engineers	$107,900	$110,580	+$2,680 (+2.5%)
17-2199	Engineers, All Other	$121,720	$79,840	-$41,880 (-34.4%)
25-1032	Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary	$119,340	$123,030	+$3,690 (+3.1%)

14.3501 Industrial Engineering. (Cert2y+, PostBacCert)

A program that prepares individuals to apply scientific and mathematical principles to the design, improvement, and installation of integrated systems of people, material, information, and energy. Includes instruction in applied mathematics, physical sciences, the social sciences, engineering analysis, systems design, computer applications, and forecasting and evaluation methodology.

Graduate Career Earnings in Maryland

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Maryland Avg	MD vs US
11-3051	Industrial Production Managers	$129,180	$116,730	-$12,450 (-9.6%)
11-9041	Architectural and Engineering Managers	$175,710	$140,830	-$34,880 (-19.9%)
17-2112	Industrial Engineers	$107,900	$110,580	+$2,680 (+2.5%)
25-1032	Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary	$119,340	$123,030	+$3,690 (+3.1%)

14.4201 Mechatronics, Robotics, and Automation Engineering. (PostBacCert)

A program that prepares individuals to apply mathematical and scientific principles to the design, development and operational evaluation of computer controlled electro-mechanical systems and products with embedded electronics, sensors, and actuators; and which includes, but is not limited to, automata, robots and automation systems. Includes instruction in mechanical engineering, electronic and electrical engineering, computer and software engineering, and control engineering.

Graduate Career Earnings in Maryland

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Maryland Avg	MD vs US
11-9041	Architectural and Engineering Managers	$175,710	$140,830	-$34,880 (-19.9%)
17-2199	Engineers, All Other	$121,720	$79,840	-$41,880 (-34.4%)
25-1032	Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary	$119,340	$123,030	+$3,690 (+3.1%)

14.9999 Engineering, Other. (BSc, PostBacCert)

Any instructional program in engineering not listed above.

Graduate Career Earnings in Maryland

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Maryland Avg	MD vs US
11-9041	Architectural and Engineering Managers	$175,710	$140,830	-$34,880 (-19.9%)
17-2111	Health and Safety Engineers, Except Mining Safety Engineers and Inspectors	$113,770	$111,010	-$2,760 (-2.4%)
17-2199	Engineers, All Other	$121,720	$79,840	-$41,880 (-34.4%)
25-1032	Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary	$119,340	$123,030	+$3,690 (+3.1%)

52.0101 Business/Commerce, General. (Cert2y+, BSc, PostBacCert)

A program that focuses on the general study of business, including the processes of interchanging goods and services (buying, selling and producing), business organization, and accounting as used in profit-making and nonprofit public and private institutions and agencies. The programs may prepare individuals to apply business principles and techniques in various occupational settings.

Graduate Career Earnings in Maryland

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Maryland Avg	MD vs US
11-1011	Chief Executives	$262,930	$279,360	+$16,430 (+6.2%)
11-1021	General and Operations Managers	$133,120	$107,940	-$25,180 (-18.9%)
11-2022	Sales Managers	$160,930	$117,570	-$43,360 (-26.9%)
11-3012	Administrative Services Managers	$126,030	$99,400	-$26,630 (-21.1%)
11-3013	Facilities Managers	$114,520	$91,420	-$23,100 (-20.2%)
11-3051	Industrial Production Managers	$129,180	$116,730	-$12,450 (-9.6%)
11-3071	Transportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers	$116,010	$95,520	-$20,490 (-17.7%)
11-9021	Construction Managers	$119,660	$112,890	-$6,770 (-5.7%)
11-9072	Entertainment and Recreation Managers, Except Gambling	$87,060	$80,820	-$6,240 (-7.2%)
11-9151	Social and Community Service Managers	$86,100	$73,540	-$12,560 (-14.6%)
11-9179	Personal Service Managers, All Other	$70,620	$81,450	+$10,830 (+15.3%)
11-9199	Managers, All Other	$149,890	$112,600	-$37,290 (-24.9%)
13-1051	Cost Estimators	$83,160	$76,140	-$7,020 (-8.4%)
13-1082	Project Management Specialists	$108,100	$92,160	-$15,940 (-14.7%)
13-1111	Management Analysts	$114,710	$111,930	-$2,780 (-2.4%)
13-2022	Appraisers of Personal and Business Property	N/A	N/A	N/A
25-1011	Business Teachers, Postsecondary	$113,840	$110,860	-$2,980 (-2.6%)

52.0201 Business Administration and Management, General. (Cert2y+, BSc, PostBacCert)

A program that generally prepares individuals to plan, organize, direct, and control the functions and processes of a firm or organization. Includes instruction in management theory, human resources management and behavior, accounting and other quantitative methods, purchasing and logistics, organization and production, marketing, and business decision-making.

Graduate Career Earnings in Maryland

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Maryland Avg	MD vs US
11-1011	Chief Executives	$262,930	$279,360	+$16,430 (+6.2%)
11-1021	General and Operations Managers	$133,120	$107,940	-$25,180 (-18.9%)
11-2022	Sales Managers	$160,930	$117,570	-$43,360 (-26.9%)
11-3012	Administrative Services Managers	$126,030	$99,400	-$26,630 (-21.1%)
11-3013	Facilities Managers	$114,520	$91,420	-$23,100 (-20.2%)
11-3051	Industrial Production Managers	$129,180	$116,730	-$12,450 (-9.6%)
11-3071	Transportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers	$116,010	$95,520	-$20,490 (-17.7%)
11-3111	Compensation and Benefits Managers	$156,230	$152,900	-$3,330 (-2.1%)
11-3121	Human Resources Managers	$160,480	$125,390	-$35,090 (-21.9%)
11-3131	Training and Development Managers	$140,590	$119,570	-$21,020 (-15%)
11-9021	Construction Managers	$119,660	$112,890	-$6,770 (-5.7%)
11-9072	Entertainment and Recreation Managers, Except Gambling	$87,060	$80,820	-$6,240 (-7.2%)
11-9151	Social and Community Service Managers	$86,100	$73,540	-$12,560 (-14.6%)
11-9179	Personal Service Managers, All Other	$70,620	$81,450	+$10,830 (+15.3%)
11-9199	Managers, All Other	$149,890	$112,600	-$37,290 (-24.9%)
13-1051	Cost Estimators	$83,160	$76,140	-$7,020 (-8.4%)
13-1071	Human Resources Specialists	$79,730	$73,870	-$5,860 (-7.3%)
13-1081	Logisticians	$87,600	$87,740	+$140 (+0.2%)
13-1082	Project Management Specialists	$108,100	$92,160	-$15,940 (-14.7%)
13-1111	Management Analysts	$114,710	$111,930	-$2,780 (-2.4%)
13-1141	Compensation, Benefits, and Job Analysis Specialists	$82,920	$58,310	-$24,610 (-29.7%)
13-1199	Business Operations Specialists, All Other	$92,380	$83,070	-$9,310 (-10.1%)
25-1011	Business Teachers, Postsecondary	$113,840	$110,860	-$2,980 (-2.6%)

52.0205 Operations Management and Supervision. (BSc, PostBacCert, MSc)

A program that prepares individuals to manage and direct the physical and/or technical functions of a firm or organization, particularly those relating to development, production, and manufacturing. Includes instruction in principles of general management, manufacturing and production systems, plant management, equipment maintenance management, production control, industrial labor relations and skilled trades supervision, strategic manufacturing policy, systems analysis, productivity analysis and cost control, and materials planning.

Graduate Career Earnings in Maryland

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Maryland Avg	MD vs US
11-3013	Facilities Managers	$114,520	$91,420	-$23,100 (-20.2%)
11-3021	Computer and Information Systems Managers	$187,990	$140,770	-$47,220 (-25.1%)
11-3051	Industrial Production Managers	$129,180	$116,730	-$12,450 (-9.6%)
11-9021	Construction Managers	$119,660	$112,890	-$6,770 (-5.7%)
13-1081	Logisticians	$87,600	$87,740	+$140 (+0.2%)
25-1011	Business Teachers, Postsecondary	$113,840	$110,860	-$2,980 (-2.6%)
49-1011	First-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers	$82,930	$76,190	-$6,740 (-8.1%)
51-1011	First-Line Supervisors of Production and Operating Workers	$74,540	$68,220	-$6,320 (-8.5%)

52.0206 Non-Profit/Public/Organizational Management. (PostBacCert)

A program that prepares individuals to manage the business affairs of non-profit corporations, including foundations, educational institutions, associations, and other such organizations, and public agencies and governmental operations. Includes instruction in business management, principles of public administration, principles of accounting and financial management, human resources management, taxation of non-profit organizations, and business law as applied to non-profit organizations.

Graduate Career Earnings in Maryland

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Maryland Avg	MD vs US
11-1011	Chief Executives	$262,930	$279,360	+$16,430 (+6.2%)
11-1021	General and Operations Managers	$133,120	$107,940	-$25,180 (-18.9%)
11-2033	Fundraising Managers	$137,290	$140,970	+$3,680 (+2.7%)
11-9039	Education Administrators, All Other	$99,460	$95,050	-$4,410 (-4.4%)
11-9111	Medical and Health Services Managers	$137,730	$131,150	-$6,580 (-4.8%)
11-9151	Social and Community Service Managers	$86,100	$73,540	-$12,560 (-14.6%)
11-9199	Managers, All Other	$149,890	$112,600	-$37,290 (-24.9%)
13-2099	Financial Specialists, All Other	$93,890	$69,740	-$24,150 (-25.7%)
25-1011	Business Teachers, Postsecondary	$113,840	$110,860	-$2,980 (-2.6%)

52.0208 E-Commerce/Electronic Commerce. (BSc)

A program that prepares individuals to plan, manage, supervise, and market electronic business operations, products, and services provided online via the Internet. Includes instruction in business administration, information technology, information resources management, web design, computer and Internet law and policy, computer privacy and security, e-trading, insurance, electronic marketing, investment capital planning, enterprise operations, personnel supervision, contracting, and product and service networking.

Graduate Career Earnings in Maryland

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Maryland Avg	MD vs US
13-1199	Business Operations Specialists, All Other	$92,380	$83,070	-$9,310 (-10.1%)
41-1011	First-Line Supervisors of Retail Sales Workers	$52,350	$46,910	-$5,440 (-10.4%)
43-1011	First-Line Supervisors of Office and Administrative Support Workers	$71,560	$61,090	-$10,470 (-14.6%)

52.0210 Research and Development Management. (BSc, PostBacCert)

A program that prepares individuals to manage projects, programs and organizations involving basic and applied research, or specialized technology applications, in the public or private sectors. Includes instruction in all aspects of business management applied to the leadership and control of scientific, clinical, engineering and social scientific enterprises; the management of related operational, security and logistical issues; and technical competence in one or more research disciplines.

Graduate Career Earnings in Maryland

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Maryland Avg	MD vs US
11-9111	Medical and Health Services Managers	$137,730	$131,150	-$6,580 (-4.8%)
11-9121	Natural Sciences Managers	$173,500	$120,440	-$53,060 (-30.6%)
11-9199	Managers, All Other	$149,890	$112,600	-$37,290 (-24.9%)
25-1011	Business Teachers, Postsecondary	$113,840	$110,860	-$2,980 (-2.6%)

52.0213 Organizational Leadership. (Cert2y+, PostBacCert)

A program that focuses on leadership skills that can be applied to a business, government, non-profit, or educational setting. Includes instruction in organizational planning, dynamics of leadership, finance, team building, conflict resolution and mediation, communication and other management skills.

Graduate Career Earnings in Maryland

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Maryland Avg	MD vs US
11-2033	Fundraising Managers	$137,290	$140,970	+$3,680 (+2.7%)
11-3121	Human Resources Managers	$160,480	$125,390	-$35,090 (-21.9%)
11-3131	Training and Development Managers	$140,590	$119,570	-$21,020 (-15%)
11-9199	Managers, All Other	$149,890	$112,600	-$37,290 (-24.9%)
13-1111	Management Analysts	$114,710	$111,930	-$2,780 (-2.4%)
25-1011	Business Teachers, Postsecondary	$113,840	$110,860	-$2,980 (-2.6%)

52.0299 Business Administration, Management and Operations, Other. (BSc, PostBacCert)

Any instructional program in business and administration not listed above.

Graduate Career Earnings in Maryland

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Maryland Avg	MD vs US
99-9999	NO MATCH	N/A	N/A	N/A

52.0801 Finance, General. (BSc, PostBacCert)

A program that generally prepares individuals to plan, manage, and analyze the financial and monetary aspects and performance of business enterprises, banking institutions, or other organizations. Includes instruction in principles of accounting, financial instruments, capital planning, funds acquisition, asset and debt management, budgeting, financial analysis, and investments and portfolio management.

Graduate Career Earnings in Maryland

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Maryland Avg	MD vs US
11-1011	Chief Executives	$262,930	$279,360	+$16,430 (+6.2%)
11-1021	General and Operations Managers	$133,120	$107,940	-$25,180 (-18.9%)
11-3031	Financial Managers	$180,470	$127,200	-$53,270 (-29.5%)
13-1141	Compensation, Benefits, and Job Analysis Specialists	$82,920	$58,310	-$24,610 (-29.7%)
13-2022	Appraisers of Personal and Business Property	N/A	N/A	N/A
13-2031	Budget Analysts	$93,920	$104,140	+$10,220 (+10.9%)
13-2041	Credit Analysts	$98,040	$99,180	+$1,140 (+1.2%)
13-2051	Financial and Investment Analysts	$116,490	$95,110	-$21,380 (-18.4%)
13-2052	Personal Financial Advisors	$160,210	$118,000	-$42,210 (-26.3%)
13-2054	Financial Risk Specialists	$119,930	$112,830	-$7,100 (-5.9%)
13-2072	Loan Officers	$86,020	$70,740	-$15,280 (-17.8%)
13-2099	Financial Specialists, All Other	$93,890	$69,740	-$24,150 (-25.7%)
25-1011	Business Teachers, Postsecondary	$113,840	$110,860	-$2,980 (-2.6%)

52.0807 Investments and Securities. (BSc)

A program that prepares individuals to manage assets placed in capital markets, and related technical operations. Includes instruction in security analysis, debt and equity analysis, investment strategies, securities markets, computer-assisted research, portfolio management, portfolio performance analysis, and applications to specific investment problems and business situations.

Graduate Career Earnings in Maryland

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Maryland Avg	MD vs US
13-2051	Financial and Investment Analysts	$116,490	$95,110	-$21,380 (-18.4%)
13-2054	Financial Risk Specialists	$119,930	$112,830	-$7,100 (-5.9%)
25-1011	Business Teachers, Postsecondary	$113,840	$110,860	-$2,980 (-2.6%)
41-3031	Securities, Commodities, and Financial Services Sales Agents	$110,400	$104,110	-$6,290 (-5.7%)

52.1001 Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, General. (BSc)

A program that generally prepares individuals to manage the development of human capital in organizations, and to provide related services to individuals and groups. Includes instruction in personnel and organization policy, human resource dynamics and flows, labor relations, sex roles, civil rights, human resources law and regulations, motivation and compensation systems, work systems, career management, employee testing and assessment, recruitment and selection, managing employee and job training programs, and the management of human resources programs and operations.

Graduate Career Earnings in Maryland

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Maryland Avg	MD vs US
11-3111	Compensation and Benefits Managers	$156,230	$152,900	-$3,330 (-2.1%)
11-3121	Human Resources Managers	$160,480	$125,390	-$35,090 (-21.9%)
11-3131	Training and Development Managers	$140,590	$119,570	-$21,020 (-15%)
13-1041	Compliance Officers	$84,980	$75,280	-$9,700 (-11.4%)
13-1071	Human Resources Specialists	$79,730	$73,870	-$5,860 (-7.3%)
13-1075	Labor Relations Specialists	$97,130	$92,150	-$4,980 (-5.1%)
13-1141	Compensation, Benefits, and Job Analysis Specialists	$82,920	$58,310	-$24,610 (-29.7%)
13-1151	Training and Development Specialists	$73,760	$63,500	-$10,260 (-13.9%)
25-1011	Business Teachers, Postsecondary	$113,840	$110,860	-$2,980 (-2.6%)
43-4161	Human Resources Assistants, Except Payroll and Timekeeping	$50,950	$45,110	-$5,840 (-11.5%)

52.1301 Management Science. (PostBacCert)

A general program that focuses on the application of statistical modeling, data warehousing, data mining, programming, forecasting and operations research techniques to the analysis of problems of business organization and performance. Includes instruction in optimization theory and mathematical techniques, data mining, data warehousing, stochastic and dynamic modeling, operations analysis, and the design and testing of prototype systems and evaluation models.

Graduate Career Earnings in Maryland

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Maryland Avg	MD vs US
11-1011	Chief Executives	$262,930	$279,360	+$16,430 (+6.2%)
11-1021	General and Operations Managers	$133,120	$107,940	-$25,180 (-18.9%)
13-1111	Management Analysts	$114,710	$111,930	-$2,780 (-2.4%)
15-2031	Operations Research Analysts	$99,120	$88,870	-$10,250 (-10.3%)
15-2051	Data Scientists	$124,590	$116,130	-$8,460 (-6.8%)
25-1011	Business Teachers, Postsecondary	$113,840	$110,860	-$2,980 (-2.6%)

52.1302 Business Statistics. (PostBacCert)

A program that focuses on the application of mathematical statistics to the description, analysis, and forecasting of business data. Includes instruction in statistical theory and methods, computer applications, data analysis and display, long- and short-term forecasting methods, and market performance analysis.

Graduate Career Earnings in Maryland

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Maryland Avg	MD vs US
15-2041	Statisticians	$112,330	$111,190	-$1,140 (-1%)
15-2051	Data Scientists	$124,590	$116,130	-$8,460 (-6.8%)
19-3022	Survey Researchers	$73,470	$98,160	+$24,690 (+33.6%)
25-1011	Business Teachers, Postsecondary	$113,840	$110,860	-$2,980 (-2.6%)
25-1022	Mathematical Science Teachers, Postsecondary	$92,880	$79,540	-$13,340 (-14.4%)

52.1399 Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods, Other. (PostBacCert)

Any instructional program in business quantitative methods and management science not listed above.

Graduate Career Earnings in Maryland

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Maryland Avg	MD vs US
99-9999	NO MATCH	N/A	N/A	N/A

52.1401 Marketing/Marketing Management, General. (PostBacCert)

A program that generally prepares individuals to undertake and manage the process of developing consumer audiences and moving products from producers to consumers. Includes instruction in buyer behavior and dynamics, principle of marketing research, demand analysis, cost-volume and profit relationships, pricing theory, marketing campaign and strategic planning, market segments, advertising methods, sales operations and management, consumer relations, retailing, and applications to specific products and markets.

Graduate Career Earnings in Maryland

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Maryland Avg	MD vs US
11-2011	Advertising and Promotions Managers	$149,270	$130,820	-$18,450 (-12.4%)
11-2021	Marketing Managers	$171,520	$113,460	-$58,060 (-33.9%)
11-2022	Sales Managers	$160,930	$117,570	-$43,360 (-26.9%)
11-2033	Fundraising Managers	$137,290	$140,970	+$3,680 (+2.7%)
13-1131	Fundraisers	$73,130	$65,770	-$7,360 (-10.1%)
13-1161	Market Research Analysts and Marketing Specialists	$86,480	$68,200	-$18,280 (-21.1%)
25-1011	Business Teachers, Postsecondary	$113,840	$110,860	-$2,980 (-2.6%)

52.1501 Real Estate. (PostBacCert)

A program that prepares individuals to develop, buy, sell, appraise, and manage real estate. Includes instruction in land use development policy, real estate law, real estate marketing procedures, agency management, brokerage, property inspection and appraisal, real estate investing, leased and rental properties, commercial real estate, and property management.

Graduate Career Earnings in Maryland

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Maryland Avg	MD vs US
11-9141	Property, Real Estate, and Community Association Managers	$82,720	$78,820	-$3,900 (-4.7%)
13-2022	Appraisers of Personal and Business Property	N/A	N/A	N/A
13-2023	Appraisers and Assessors of Real Estate	N/A	N/A	N/A
41-9021	Real Estate Brokers	$91,660	$100,000	+$8,340 (+9.1%)
41-9022	Real Estate Sales Agents	$70,970	$63,980	-$6,990 (-9.8%)

11.0101 Computer and Information Sciences, General. (Cert2y+, BSc, PostBacCert, MSc, FPD)

A general program that focuses on computing, computer science, and information science and systems. Such programs are undifferentiated as to title and content and are not to be confused with specific programs in computer science, information science, or related support services.

Graduate Career Earnings in Maryland

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Maryland Avg	MD vs US
11-3021	Computer and Information Systems Managers	$187,990	$140,770	-$47,220 (-25.1%)
15-1211	Computer Systems Analysts	$111,960	$95,630	-$16,330 (-14.6%)
15-1221	Computer and Information Research Scientists	$152,310	$131,100	-$21,210 (-13.9%)
15-1241	Computer Network Architects	$135,890	$130,820	-$5,070 (-3.7%)
15-1242	Database Administrators	$107,440	$103,610	-$3,830 (-3.6%)
15-1243	Database Architects	$142,620	$133,240	-$9,380 (-6.6%)
15-1244	Network and Computer Systems Administrators	$101,190	$89,400	-$11,790 (-11.7%)
15-1253	Software Quality Assurance Analysts and Testers	$110,260	$69,840	-$40,420 (-36.7%)
15-1255	Web and Digital Interface Designers	$111,450	$65,680	-$45,770 (-41.1%)
15-1299	Computer Occupations, All Other	$116,700	$97,850	-$18,850 (-16.2%)
25-1021	Computer Science Teachers, Postsecondary	$105,830	$86,500	-$19,330 (-18.3%)

11.0102 Artificial Intelligence. (BSc, PostBacCert)

A program that focuses on the symbolic inference, representation, and simulation by computers and software of human learning and reasoning processes and capabilities, and the computer modeling of human motor control and motion. Includes instruction in computing theory, cybernetics, human factors, natural language processing, and applicable aspects of engineering, technology, and specific end-use applications.

Graduate Career Earnings in Maryland

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Maryland Avg	MD vs US
15-1221	Computer and Information Research Scientists	$152,310	$131,100	-$21,210 (-13.9%)
15-1252	Software Developers	$144,570	$135,570	-$9,000 (-6.2%)
15-2051	Data Scientists	$124,590	$116,130	-$8,460 (-6.8%)
25-1021	Computer Science Teachers, Postsecondary	$105,830	$86,500	-$19,330 (-18.3%)

11.0401 Information Science/Studies. (Cert2y+, BSc, PostBacCert, MSc)

A program that focuses on the theory, organization, and process of information collection, transmission, and utilization in traditional and electronic forms. Includes instruction in information classification and organization; information storage and processing; transmission, transfer, and signaling; communications and networking; systems planning and design; human interfacing and use analysis; database development; information policy analysis; and related aspects of hardware, software, economics, social factors, and capacity.

Graduate Career Earnings in Maryland

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Maryland Avg	MD vs US
11-3021	Computer and Information Systems Managers	$187,990	$140,770	-$47,220 (-25.1%)
15-1221	Computer and Information Research Scientists	$152,310	$131,100	-$21,210 (-13.9%)
15-1243	Database Architects	$142,620	$133,240	-$9,380 (-6.6%)
15-1252	Software Developers	$144,570	$135,570	-$9,000 (-6.2%)
15-1255	Web and Digital Interface Designers	$111,450	$65,680	-$45,770 (-41.1%)
15-1299	Computer Occupations, All Other	$116,700	$97,850	-$18,850 (-16.2%)
25-1021	Computer Science Teachers, Postsecondary	$105,830	$86,500	-$19,330 (-18.3%)

11.0701 Computer Science. (BSc, PostBacCert)

A program that focuses on computer theory, computing problems and solutions, and the design of computer systems and user interfaces from a scientific perspective. Includes instruction in the principles of computational science, computer development and programming, and applications to a variety of end-use situations.

Graduate Career Earnings in Maryland

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Maryland Avg	MD vs US
11-3021	Computer and Information Systems Managers	$187,990	$140,770	-$47,220 (-25.1%)
15-1212	Information Security Analysts	$127,730	$115,180	-$12,550 (-9.8%)
15-1221	Computer and Information Research Scientists	$152,310	$131,100	-$21,210 (-13.9%)
15-1231	Computer Network Support Specialists	$79,610	$86,320	+$6,710 (+8.4%)
15-1243	Database Architects	$142,620	$133,240	-$9,380 (-6.6%)
15-1251	Computer Programmers	$103,640	$109,190	+$5,550 (+5.4%)
15-1252	Software Developers	$144,570	$135,570	-$9,000 (-6.2%)
15-1253	Software Quality Assurance Analysts and Testers	$110,260	$69,840	-$40,420 (-36.7%)
15-1254	Web Developers	$98,790	$99,880	+$1,090 (+1.1%)
15-1255	Web and Digital Interface Designers	$111,450	$65,680	-$45,770 (-41.1%)
15-1299	Computer Occupations, All Other	$116,700	$97,850	-$18,850 (-16.2%)
15-2051	Data Scientists	$124,590	$116,130	-$8,460 (-6.8%)
25-1021	Computer Science Teachers, Postsecondary	$105,830	$86,500	-$19,330 (-18.3%)

11.0901 Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications. (PostBacCert)

A program that focuses on the design, implementation, and management of linked systems of computers, peripherals, and associated software to maximize efficiency and productivity, and that prepares individuals to function as network specialists and managers at various levels. Includes instruction in operating systems and applications; systems design and analysis; networking theory and solutions; types of networks; network management and control; network and flow optimization; security; configuring; and troubleshooting.

Graduate Career Earnings in Maryland

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Maryland Avg	MD vs US
11-3021	Computer and Information Systems Managers	$187,990	$140,770	-$47,220 (-25.1%)
15-1211	Computer Systems Analysts	$111,960	$95,630	-$16,330 (-14.6%)
15-1212	Information Security Analysts	$127,730	$115,180	-$12,550 (-9.8%)
15-1231	Computer Network Support Specialists	$79,610	$86,320	+$6,710 (+8.4%)
15-1241	Computer Network Architects	$135,890	$130,820	-$5,070 (-3.7%)
25-1021	Computer Science Teachers, Postsecondary	$105,830	$86,500	-$19,330 (-18.3%)

11.1003 Computer and Information Systems Security/Auditing/Information Assurance. (BSc, PostBacCert, MSc)

A program that prepares individuals to assess the security needs of computer and network systems, recommend safeguard solutions, and manage the implementation, auditing, and maintenance of security devices, systems, and procedures. Includes instruction in computer architecture, programming, and systems analysis; networking; telecommunications; cryptography; security system auditing and design; applicable law and regulations; risk assessment and policy analysis; contingency planning; user access issues; investigation techniques; and troubleshooting.

Graduate Career Earnings in Maryland

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Maryland Avg	MD vs US
11-3021	Computer and Information Systems Managers	$187,990	$140,770	-$47,220 (-25.1%)
15-1212	Information Security Analysts	$127,730	$115,180	-$12,550 (-9.8%)
15-1231	Computer Network Support Specialists	$79,610	$86,320	+$6,710 (+8.4%)
15-1241	Computer Network Architects	$135,890	$130,820	-$5,070 (-3.7%)
15-1242	Database Administrators	$107,440	$103,610	-$3,830 (-3.6%)
15-1243	Database Architects	$142,620	$133,240	-$9,380 (-6.6%)
15-1244	Network and Computer Systems Administrators	$101,190	$89,400	-$11,790 (-11.7%)

13.0101 Education, General. (BSc, PostBacCert, MSc, FPD)

A program that focuses on the general theory and practice of learning and teaching, the basic principles of educational psychology, the art of teaching, the planning and administration of educational activities, school safety and health issues, and the social foundations of education.

Graduate Career Earnings in Maryland

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Maryland Avg	MD vs US
25-1081	Education Teachers, Postsecondary	$78,500	$68,600	-$9,900 (-12.6%)
25-9042	Teaching Assistants, Preschool, Elementary, Middle, and Secondary School, Except Special Education	N/A	N/A	N/A
25-9043	Teaching Assistants, Special Education	N/A	N/A	N/A

13.0401 Educational Leadership and Administration, General. (BSc, PostBacCert)

A program that focuses on the general principles and techniques of administering a wide variety of schools and other educational organizations and facilities, supervising educational personnel at the school or staff level, and that may prepare individuals as general administrators and supervisors.

Graduate Career Earnings in Maryland

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Maryland Avg	MD vs US
11-9031	Education and Childcare Administrators, Preschool and Daycare	$62,640	$66,540	+$3,900 (+6.2%)
11-9032	Education Administrators, Kindergarten through Secondary	$113,360	$116,410	+$3,050 (+2.7%)
11-9033	Education Administrators, Postsecondary	$124,450	$120,240	-$4,210 (-3.4%)
11-9039	Education Administrators, All Other	$99,460	$95,050	-$4,410 (-4.4%)

13.0406 Higher Education/Higher Education Administration. (BSc)

A program that focuses on the principles and practice of administration in four-year colleges, universities and higher education systems, the study of higher education as an object of applied research, and which may prepare individuals to function as administrators in such settings. Includes instruction in higher education economics and finance; policy and planning studies; curriculum; faculty and labor relations; higher education law; college student services; research on higher education; institutional research; marketing and promotion; and issues of evaluation, accountability and philosophy.

Graduate Career Earnings in Maryland

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Maryland Avg	MD vs US
11-9033	Education Administrators, Postsecondary	$124,450	$120,240	-$4,210 (-3.4%)
11-9039	Education Administrators, All Other	$99,460	$95,050	-$4,410 (-4.4%)

13.0410 Urban Education and Leadership. (BSc)

A program that focuses on issues and problems specific to the educational needs of populations and communities located in metropolitan, inner city, and related areas and prepares individuals to provide educational services and administrative leadership in urban contexts. Includes instruction in multicultural education, at-risk studies, urban sociology, multilingual education, urban studies and planning, human services, health services and nutrition, cross-cultural communication, diversity studies, safety and security, and urban educational administration and leadership.

Graduate Career Earnings in Maryland

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Maryland Avg	MD vs US
11-9039	Education Administrators, All Other	$99,460	$95,050	-$4,410 (-4.4%)

13.0499 Educational Administration and Supervision, Other. (BSc)

Any instructional program in education administration and supervision not listed above.

Graduate Career Earnings in Maryland

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Maryland Avg	MD vs US
11-9039	Education Administrators, All Other	$99,460	$95,050	-$4,410 (-4.4%)

13.0501 Educational/Instructional Technology. (BSc, PostBacCert)

A program that focuses on integrating technology into educational curricula. Includes instruction in foundations of educational technology, computer applications, utilizing technology for assessment, multimedia instruction, web-based instruction, distance education, and designing and producing educational software and materials.

Graduate Career Earnings in Maryland

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Maryland Avg	MD vs US
13-1151	Training and Development Specialists	$73,760	$63,500	-$10,260 (-13.9%)
25-4022	Librarians and Media Collections Specialists	$69,180	$65,370	-$3,810 (-5.5%)
25-9031	Instructional Coordinators	$77,600	$87,980	+$10,380 (+13.4%)

13.0601 Educational Evaluation and Research. (MSc, FPD)

A program that focuses on the principles and procedures for generating information about educational programs, personnel and methods, and the analysis of such information for planning purposes. Includes instruction in evaluation theory, evaluation research design and planning, administering evaluations and related data collection activities, data reporting requirements, data analysis and interpretation, and related economic and policy issues.

Graduate Career Earnings in Maryland

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Maryland Avg	MD vs US
13-1111	Management Analysts	$114,710	$111,930	-$2,780 (-2.4%)
19-3099	Social Scientists and Related Workers, All Other	$106,440	$83,880	-$22,560 (-21.2%)
25-1081	Education Teachers, Postsecondary	$78,500	$68,600	-$9,900 (-12.6%)

13.1001 Special Education and Teaching, General. (PostBacCert, MSc)

A general program that focuses on the design and provision of teaching and other educational services to children or adults with special learning needs or disabilities, and that may prepare individuals to function as special education teachers in a collaborative or team environment. Includes instruction in diagnosing learning disabilities, developing individual education plans, teaching and supervising special education students, special education counseling, and applicable laws and policies.

Graduate Career Earnings in Maryland

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Maryland Avg	MD vs US
25-2051	Special Education Teachers, Preschool	$72,610	N/A	N/A
25-2055	Special Education Teachers, Kindergarten	N/A	N/A	N/A
25-2056	Special Education Teachers, Elementary School	N/A	N/A	N/A
25-2057	Special Education Teachers, Middle School	$72,310	$65,590	-$6,720 (-9.3%)
25-2058	Special Education Teachers, Secondary School	$74,610	$76,400	+$1,790 (+2.4%)
25-2059	Special Education Teachers, All Other	$74,180	$93,150	+$18,970 (+25.6%)
25-9043	Teaching Assistants, Special Education	N/A	N/A	N/A

13.1004 Education/Teaching of the Gifted and Talented. (BSc, PostBacCert)

A program that focuses on the design of educational services for children or adults exhibiting exceptional intellectual, psychomotor or artistic talent or potential, or who exhibit exceptional maturity or social leadership talents, and that may prepare individuals to teach such students. Includes instruction in identifying gifted and talented students, developing individual education plans, teaching and supervising gifted and talented students, counseling, and applicable laws and policies.

Graduate Career Earnings in Maryland

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Maryland Avg	MD vs US
99-9999	NO MATCH	N/A	N/A	N/A

13.1007 Education/Teaching of Individuals with Multiple Disabilities. (BSc, PostBacCert, MSc)

A program that focuses on the design of educational services for children or adults with multiple disabilities which adversely affect their educational performance and that may prepare individuals to teach such students. Includes instruction in identifying students with multiple disabilities, developing individual education plans, teaching and supervising students with multiple handicaps, counseling, and applicable laws and policies.

Graduate Career Earnings in Maryland

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Maryland Avg	MD vs US
25-1081	Education Teachers, Postsecondary	$78,500	$68,600	-$9,900 (-12.6%)
25-2051	Special Education Teachers, Preschool	$72,610	N/A	N/A
25-2055	Special Education Teachers, Kindergarten	N/A	N/A	N/A
25-2056	Special Education Teachers, Elementary School	N/A	N/A	N/A
25-2057	Special Education Teachers, Middle School	$72,310	$65,590	-$6,720 (-9.3%)
25-2058	Special Education Teachers, Secondary School	$74,610	$76,400	+$1,790 (+2.4%)
25-2059	Special Education Teachers, All Other	$74,180	$93,150	+$18,970 (+25.6%)

13.1011 Education/Teaching of Individuals with Specific Learning Disabilities. (BSc, PostBacCert)

A program that focuses on the design of educational services for children or adults with specific learning disabilities which adversely affect their educational performance and that may prepare individuals to teach such students. Includes instruction in identifying students with specific learning disabilities, developing individual education plans, teaching and supervising students with specific learning disabilities, counseling, and applicable laws and policies.

Graduate Career Earnings in Maryland

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Maryland Avg	MD vs US
25-1081	Education Teachers, Postsecondary	$78,500	$68,600	-$9,900 (-12.6%)
25-2051	Special Education Teachers, Preschool	$72,610	N/A	N/A
25-2055	Special Education Teachers, Kindergarten	N/A	N/A	N/A
25-2056	Special Education Teachers, Elementary School	N/A	N/A	N/A
25-2057	Special Education Teachers, Middle School	$72,310	$65,590	-$6,720 (-9.3%)
25-2058	Special Education Teachers, Secondary School	$74,610	$76,400	+$1,790 (+2.4%)
25-2059	Special Education Teachers, All Other	$74,180	$93,150	+$18,970 (+25.6%)

13.1013 Education/Teaching of Individuals with Autism. (BSc)

A program that focuses on the design of educational services for children or adults with autism, and that prepares individuals to teach such students. Includes instruction in identifying students with autism, developing individual education plans, teaching and supervising autistic students, counseling, and applicable laws and policies.

Graduate Career Earnings in Maryland

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Maryland Avg	MD vs US
25-1081	Education Teachers, Postsecondary	$78,500	$68,600	-$9,900 (-12.6%)
25-2051	Special Education Teachers, Preschool	$72,610	N/A	N/A
25-2055	Special Education Teachers, Kindergarten	N/A	N/A	N/A
25-2056	Special Education Teachers, Elementary School	N/A	N/A	N/A
25-2057	Special Education Teachers, Middle School	$72,310	$65,590	-$6,720 (-9.3%)
25-2058	Special Education Teachers, Secondary School	$74,610	$76,400	+$1,790 (+2.4%)
25-2059	Special Education Teachers, All Other	$74,180	$93,150	+$18,970 (+25.6%)

13.1015 Education/Teaching of Individuals in Early Childhood Special Education Programs. (BSc, PostBacCert)

A program that focuses on the design and provision of teaching and other educational services to infant and pre-school age children with special learning needs or disabilities, and that prepares individuals to teach such students. Includes instruction in diagnosing learning disabilities, developing individual education plans, teaching and supervising special education students, special education counseling, and applicable laws and policies.

Graduate Career Earnings in Maryland

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Maryland Avg	MD vs US
25-1081	Education Teachers, Postsecondary	$78,500	$68,600	-$9,900 (-12.6%)
25-2051	Special Education Teachers, Preschool	$72,610	N/A	N/A

13.1101 Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services. (BSc, PostBacCert, MSc)

A program that prepares individuals to apply the theory and principles of guidance and counseling to the provision of support for the personal, social, educational, and vocational development of students, and the organizing of guidance services within elementary, middle and secondary educational institutions. Includes instruction in legal and professional requirements, therapeutic counselor intervention, vocational counseling, and related sociological and psychological foundations.

Graduate Career Earnings in Maryland

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Maryland Avg	MD vs US
21-1012	Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors	$71,520	$69,870	-$1,650 (-2.3%)

13.1202 Elementary Education and Teaching. (BSc, PostBacCert)

A program that prepares individuals to teach students in the elementary grades, which may include kindergarten through grade eight, depending on the school system or state regulations. Includes preparation to teach all elementary education subject matter.

Graduate Career Earnings in Maryland

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Maryland Avg	MD vs US
25-1081	Education Teachers, Postsecondary	$78,500	$68,600	-$9,900 (-12.6%)
25-2021	Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education	$69,790	$66,960	-$2,830 (-4.1%)

13.1205 Secondary Education and Teaching. (PostBacCert)

A program that prepares individuals to teach students in the secondary grades, which may include grades seven through twelve, depending on the school system or state regulations. May include preparation to teach a comprehensive curriculum or specific subject matter.

Graduate Career Earnings in Maryland

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Maryland Avg	MD vs US
25-1081	Education Teachers, Postsecondary	$78,500	$68,600	-$9,900 (-12.6%)
25-2031	Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education	$73,700	$69,890	-$3,810 (-5.2%)

13.1206 Teacher Education, Multiple Levels. (PostBacCert)

A program that prepares individuals to teach students at more than one educational level, such as a combined program in elementary/secondary, early childhood/elementary, elementary/middle school, or junior high/high school teacher education.

Graduate Career Earnings in Maryland

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Maryland Avg	MD vs US
25-1081	Education Teachers, Postsecondary	$78,500	$68,600	-$9,900 (-12.6%)
25-2011	Preschool Teachers, Except Special Education	$41,450	$43,290	+$1,840 (+4.4%)
25-2012	Kindergarten Teachers, Except Special Education	$67,020	$71,720	+$4,700 (+7%)
25-2021	Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education	$69,790	$66,960	-$2,830 (-4.1%)
25-2022	Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education	$70,040	$68,630	-$1,410 (-2%)
25-2031	Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education	$73,700	$69,890	-$3,810 (-5.2%)

13.1299 Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods, Other. (BSc)

Any instructional program in teacher education and professional development not listed above.

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Maryland Avg	MD vs US
99-9999	NO MATCH	N/A	N/A	N/A

13.1311 Mathematics Teacher Education. (BSc)

A program that prepares individuals to teach mathematics programs at various educational levels.

Graduate Career Earnings in Maryland

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Maryland Avg	MD vs US
25-1022	Mathematical Science Teachers, Postsecondary	$92,880	$79,540	-$13,340 (-14.4%)
25-1081	Education Teachers, Postsecondary	$78,500	$68,600	-$9,900 (-12.6%)
25-2022	Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education	$70,040	$68,630	-$1,410 (-2%)
25-2031	Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education	$73,700	$69,890	-$3,810 (-5.2%)

13.1312 Music Teacher Education. (Cert2y+, PostBacCert)

A program that prepares individuals to teach music and music appreciation programs at various educational levels.

Graduate Career Earnings in Maryland

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Maryland Avg	MD vs US
25-1081	Education Teachers, Postsecondary	$78,500	$68,600	-$9,900 (-12.6%)
25-1121	Art, Drama, and Music Teachers, Postsecondary	$102,240	$104,290	+$2,050 (+2%)
25-2022	Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education	$70,040	$68,630	-$1,410 (-2%)
25-2031	Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education	$73,700	$69,890	-$3,810 (-5.2%)

13.1315 Reading Teacher Education. (BSc, PostBacCert)

A program that prepares individuals to diagnose reading difficulties and to teach reading programs at various educational levels.

Graduate Career Earnings in Maryland

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Maryland Avg	MD vs US
25-1081	Education Teachers, Postsecondary	$78,500	$68,600	-$9,900 (-12.6%)
25-2022	Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education	$70,040	$68,630	-$1,410 (-2%)
25-2031	Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education	$73,700	$69,890	-$3,810 (-5.2%)

13.1316 Science Teacher Education/General Science Teacher Education. (BSc)

A program that prepares individuals to teach general science programs, or a combination of the biological and physical science subject matter areas, at various educational levels.

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Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Maryland Avg	MD vs US
25-1041	Agricultural Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary	$97,790	$130,040	+$32,250 (+33%)
25-1042	Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary	$101,340	$78,960	-$22,380 (-22.1%)
25-1043	Forestry and Conservation Science Teachers, Postsecondary	$103,780	N/A	N/A
25-1051	Atmospheric, Earth, Marine, and Space Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary	$112,950	$147,300	+$34,350 (+30.4%)
25-1052	Chemistry Teachers, Postsecondary	$103,030	$109,390	+$6,360 (+6.2%)
25-1053	Environmental Science Teachers, Postsecondary	$100,360	$124,510	+$24,150 (+24.1%)
25-1054	Physics Teachers, Postsecondary	$105,460	$123,850	+$18,390 (+17.4%)
25-1081	Education Teachers, Postsecondary	$78,500	$68,600	-$9,900 (-12.6%)
25-2022	Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education	$70,040	$68,630	-$1,410 (-2%)
25-2031	Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education	$73,700	$69,890	-$3,810 (-5.2%)

13.1399 Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas, Other. (BSc, MSc)

Any instructional program in teacher education, specific academic and vocational programs not listed above.

Graduate Career Earnings in Maryland

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Maryland Avg	MD vs US
25-1081	Education Teachers, Postsecondary	$78,500	$68,600	-$9,900 (-12.6%)
25-3099	Teachers and Instructors, All Other	$71,610	$68,360	-$3,250 (-4.5%)

13.1401 Teaching English as a Second or Foreign Language/ESL Language Instructor. (PostBacCert)

A program that focuses on the principles and practice of teaching English to students who are not proficient in English or who do not speak, read or write English, and that may prepare individuals to function as teachers and administrators in such programs.

Graduate Career Earnings in Maryland

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Maryland Avg	MD vs US
25-2011	Preschool Teachers, Except Special Education	$41,450	$43,290	+$1,840 (+4.4%)
25-2012	Kindergarten Teachers, Except Special Education	$67,020	$71,720	+$4,700 (+7%)
25-2021	Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education	$69,790	$66,960	-$2,830 (-4.1%)
25-2022	Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education	$70,040	$68,630	-$1,410 (-2%)
25-2031	Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education	$73,700	$69,890	-$3,810 (-5.2%)
25-3011	Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and English as a Second Language Instructors	$64,660	$80,180	+$15,520 (+24%)

13.9999 Education, Other. (BSc, PostBacCert, MSc)

Any instructional program in education not listed above.

Graduate Career Earnings in Maryland

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Maryland Avg	MD vs US
25-1081	Education Teachers, Postsecondary	$78,500	$68,600	-$9,900 (-12.6%)
25-3099	Teachers and Instructors, All Other	$71,610	$68,360	-$3,250 (-4.5%)

27.0101 Mathematics, General. (Cert2y+, PostBacCert, FPD)

A general program that focuses on the analysis of quantities, magnitudes, forms, and their relationships, using symbolic logic and language. Includes instruction in algebra, calculus, functional analysis, geometry, number theory, logic, topology and other mathematical specializations.

Graduate Career Earnings in Maryland

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Maryland Avg	MD vs US
11-9121	Natural Sciences Managers	$173,500	$120,440	-$53,060 (-30.6%)
15-2021	Mathematicians	$122,520	$131,090	+$8,570 (+7%)
15-2041	Statisticians	$112,330	$111,190	-$1,140 (-1%)
15-2051	Data Scientists	$124,590	$116,130	-$8,460 (-6.8%)
15-2099	Mathematical Science Occupations, All Other	$84,700	$62,100	-$22,600 (-26.7%)
25-1022	Mathematical Science Teachers, Postsecondary	$92,880	$79,540	-$13,340 (-14.4%)
25-2031	Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education	$73,700	$69,890	-$3,810 (-5.2%)

27.0301 Applied Mathematics, General. (Cert2y+, BSc, PostBacCert, MSc, FPD)

A program that focuses on the application of mathematics to the solution of functional problems in fields such as engineering and the applied sciences. Includes instruction in natural phenomena modeling continuum mechanics, reaction-diffusion, wave propagation, dynamic systems, numerical analysis, controlled theory, asymptotic methods, variation, optimization theory, inverse problems, and applications to specific scientific and industrial topics.

Graduate Career Earnings in Maryland

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Maryland Avg	MD vs US
11-9121	Natural Sciences Managers	$173,500	$120,440	-$53,060 (-30.6%)
15-2011	Actuaries	$134,990	$133,600	-$1,390 (-1%)
15-2021	Mathematicians	$122,520	$131,090	+$8,570 (+7%)
15-2041	Statisticians	$112,330	$111,190	-$1,140 (-1%)
15-2051	Data Scientists	$124,590	$116,130	-$8,460 (-6.8%)
15-2099	Mathematical Science Occupations, All Other	$84,700	$62,100	-$22,600 (-26.7%)
25-1022	Mathematical Science Teachers, Postsecondary	$92,880	$79,540	-$13,340 (-14.4%)

27.0305 Financial Mathematics. (BSc, PostBacCert)

A program that focuses on the application of mathematics and statistics to the finance industry, including the development, critique, and use of various financial models. Includes instruction in probability theory, statistical analysis, numerical methods, computation and simulation methods, stochastic processes, economics, and financial markets and applications.

Graduate Career Earnings in Maryland

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Maryland Avg	MD vs US
11-9121	Natural Sciences Managers	$173,500	$120,440	-$53,060 (-30.6%)
13-2051	Financial and Investment Analysts	$116,490	$95,110	-$21,380 (-18.4%)
13-2054	Financial Risk Specialists	$119,930	$112,830	-$7,100 (-5.9%)
13-2099	Financial Specialists, All Other	$93,890	$69,740	-$24,150 (-25.7%)
15-2021	Mathematicians	$122,520	$131,090	+$8,570 (+7%)
15-2051	Data Scientists	$124,590	$116,130	-$8,460 (-6.8%)
15-2099	Mathematical Science Occupations, All Other	$84,700	$62,100	-$22,600 (-26.7%)
19-3011	Economists	$130,910	$124,720	-$6,190 (-4.7%)
25-1022	Mathematical Science Teachers, Postsecondary	$92,880	$79,540	-$13,340 (-14.4%)

27.0501 Statistics, General. (BSc, PostBacCert, MSc)

A general program that focuses on the relationships between groups of measurements, and similarities and differences, using probability theory and techniques derived from it. Includes instruction in the principles in probability theory, binomial distribution, regression analysis, standard deviation, stochastic processes, Monte Carlo method, Bayesian statistics, non-parametric statistics, sampling theory, and statistical techniques.

Graduate Career Earnings in Maryland

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Maryland Avg	MD vs US
11-9121	Natural Sciences Managers	$173,500	$120,440	-$53,060 (-30.6%)
15-2011	Actuaries	$134,990	$133,600	-$1,390 (-1%)
15-2041	Statisticians	$112,330	$111,190	-$1,140 (-1%)
15-2051	Data Scientists	$124,590	$116,130	-$8,460 (-6.8%)
19-3022	Survey Researchers	$73,470	$98,160	+$24,690 (+33.6%)
25-1022	Mathematical Science Teachers, Postsecondary	$92,880	$79,540	-$13,340 (-14.4%)

27.0601 Applied Statistics, General. (BSc, PostBacCert)

A program that focuses on the application of statistics to the solution of functional problems in fields such as business, engineering, medicine, and the applied sciences. Includes instruction in the principles in inference, probability theory, regression analysis, descriptive statistics, stochastic processes, Monte Carlo method, Bayesian statistics, non-parametric statistics, sampling theory, statistical computing, and statistical techniques.

Graduate Career Earnings in Maryland

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Maryland Avg	MD vs US
11-9121	Natural Sciences Managers	$173,500	$120,440	-$53,060 (-30.6%)
13-1111	Management Analysts	$114,710	$111,930	-$2,780 (-2.4%)
15-2011	Actuaries	$134,990	$133,600	-$1,390 (-1%)
15-2041	Statisticians	$112,330	$111,190	-$1,140 (-1%)
15-2051	Data Scientists	$124,590	$116,130	-$8,460 (-6.8%)
19-3022	Survey Researchers	$73,470	$98,160	+$24,690 (+33.6%)
25-1022	Mathematical Science Teachers, Postsecondary	$92,880	$79,540	-$13,340 (-14.4%)

27.9999 Mathematics and Statistics, Other. (Cert2y+, PostBacCert)

Any instructional program in mathematics and statistics not listed above.

Graduate Career Earnings in Maryland

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Maryland Avg	MD vs US
11-9121	Natural Sciences Managers	$173,500	$120,440	-$53,060 (-30.6%)
15-2021	Mathematicians	$122,520	$131,090	+$8,570 (+7%)
15-2051	Data Scientists	$124,590	$116,130	-$8,460 (-6.8%)
15-2099	Mathematical Science Occupations, All Other	$84,700	$62,100	-$22,600 (-26.7%)
25-1022	Mathematical Science Teachers, Postsecondary	$92,880	$79,540	-$13,340 (-14.4%)

40.0299 Astronomy and Astrophysics, Other. (FPD)

Any instructional program in astronomy and astrophysics not listed above.

Graduate Career Earnings in Maryland

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Maryland Avg	MD vs US
11-9121	Natural Sciences Managers	$173,500	$120,440	-$53,060 (-30.6%)
19-2011	Astronomers	$134,430	$153,000	+$18,570 (+13.8%)
25-1051	Atmospheric, Earth, Marine, and Space Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary	$112,950	$147,300	+$34,350 (+30.4%)
25-1054	Physics Teachers, Postsecondary	$105,460	$123,850	+$18,390 (+17.4%)

40.0501 Chemistry, General. (Cert2y+, PostBacCert, FPD)

A general program that focuses on the scientific study of the composition and behavior of matter, including its micro- and macro-structure, the processes of chemical change, and the theoretical description and laboratory simulation of these phenomena.

Graduate Career Earnings in Maryland

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Maryland Avg	MD vs US
11-9121	Natural Sciences Managers	$173,500	$120,440	-$53,060 (-30.6%)
19-2031	Chemists	$95,940	$84,400	-$11,540 (-12%)
19-4013	Food Science Technicians	$54,400	$57,150	+$2,750 (+5.1%)
19-4031	Chemical Technicians	$61,300	$42,390	-$18,910 (-30.8%)
19-4092	Forensic Science Technicians	$75,260	$76,960	+$1,700 (+2.3%)
25-1052	Chemistry Teachers, Postsecondary	$103,030	$109,390	+$6,360 (+6.2%)
25-2031	Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education	$73,700	$69,890	-$3,810 (-5.2%)

40.0599 Chemistry, Other. (PostBacCert, FPD)

Any instructional program in chemistry not listed above.

Graduate Career Earnings in Maryland

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Maryland Avg	MD vs US
11-9121	Natural Sciences Managers	$173,500	$120,440	-$53,060 (-30.6%)
19-2031	Chemists	$95,940	$84,400	-$11,540 (-12%)
25-1052	Chemistry Teachers, Postsecondary	$103,030	$109,390	+$6,360 (+6.2%)

40.0601 Geology/Earth Science, General. (Cert2y+, PostBacCert, FPD)

A program that focuses on the scientific study of the earth; the forces acting upon it; and the behavior of the solids, liquids and gases comprising it. Includes instruction in historical geology, geomorphology, and sedimentology, the chemistry of rocks and soils, stratigraphy, mineralogy, petrology, geostatistics, volcanology, glaciology, geophysical principles, and applications to research and industrial problems.

Graduate Career Earnings in Maryland

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Maryland Avg	MD vs US
11-9121	Natural Sciences Managers	$173,500	$120,440	-$53,060 (-30.6%)
19-2042	Geoscientists, Except Hydrologists and Geographers	$111,310	$84,060	-$27,250 (-24.5%)
19-2043	Hydrologists	$98,130	$135,030	+$36,900 (+37.6%)
19-4043	Geological Technicians, Except Hydrologic Technicians	$58,220	N/A	N/A
25-1051	Atmospheric, Earth, Marine, and Space Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary	$112,950	$147,300	+$34,350 (+30.4%)

40.0801 Physics, General. (Cert2y+, PostBacCert, FPD)

A general program that focuses on the scientific study of matter and energy, and the formulation and testing of the laws governing the behavior of the matter-energy continuum. Includes instruction in classical and modern physics, electricity and magnetism, thermodynamics, mechanics, wave properties, nuclear processes, relativity and quantum theory, quantitative methods, and laboratory methods.

Graduate Career Earnings in Maryland

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Maryland Avg	MD vs US
11-9121	Natural Sciences Managers	$173,500	$120,440	-$53,060 (-30.6%)
19-2012	Physicists	$166,000	$130,620	-$35,380 (-21.3%)
25-1054	Physics Teachers, Postsecondary	$105,460	$123,850	+$18,390 (+17.4%)
25-2031	Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education	$73,700	$69,890	-$3,810 (-5.2%)

40.0899 Physics, Other. (PostBacCert, MSc)

Any instructional program in physics not listed above.

Graduate Career Earnings in Maryland

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Maryland Avg	MD vs US
11-9121	Natural Sciences Managers	$173,500	$120,440	-$53,060 (-30.6%)
19-2012	Physicists	$166,000	$130,620	-$35,380 (-21.3%)
25-1054	Physics Teachers, Postsecondary	$105,460	$123,850	+$18,390 (+17.4%)

40.9999 Physical Sciences, Other. (Cert2y+, PostBacCert, FPD)

Any instructional program in physical sciences not listed above.

Graduate Career Earnings in Maryland

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Maryland Avg	MD vs US
11-9121	Natural Sciences Managers	$173,500	$120,440	-$53,060 (-30.6%)
19-2099	Physical Scientists, All Other	$123,070	$131,600	+$8,530 (+6.9%)
25-1199	Postsecondary Teachers, All Other	$94,470	$85,530	-$8,940 (-9.5%)

50.0301 Dance, General. (Cert2y+)

A general program that prepares individuals to express ideas, feelings, and/or inner visions through the performance of one or more of the dance disciplines, including but not limited to ballet, modern, jazz, ethnic, and folk dance, and that focuses on the study and analysis of dance as a cultural phenomenon. Includes instruction in technique, choreography, Laban notation, dance history and criticism, and dance production.

Graduate Career Earnings in Maryland

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Maryland Avg	MD vs US
25-1121	Art, Drama, and Music Teachers, Postsecondary	$102,240	$104,290	+$2,050 (+2%)
27-2031	Dancers	N/A	N/A	N/A
27-2032	Choreographers	$62,020	$62,300	+$280 (+0.5%)

50.0501 Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General. (PostBacCert)

A program that focuses on the general study of dramatic works and their performance. Includes instruction in major works of dramatic literature, dramatic styles and types, and the principles of organizing and producing full live or filmed productions.

Graduate Career Earnings in Maryland

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Maryland Avg	MD vs US
25-1121	Art, Drama, and Music Teachers, Postsecondary	$102,240	$104,290	+$2,050 (+2%)
27-2011	Actors	N/A	N/A	N/A
27-2012	Producers and Directors	$114,280	$63,080	-$51,200 (-44.8%)
27-2099	Entertainers and Performers, Sports and Related Workers, All Other	N/A	N/A	N/A

50.0601 Film/Cinema/Media Studies. (BSc, PostBacCert)

A program in the visual arts that focuses on the study of the history, development, theory, and criticism of the film/media arts, as well as the basic principles of filmmaking and film production.

Graduate Career Earnings in Maryland

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Maryland Avg	MD vs US
25-1121	Art, Drama, and Music Teachers, Postsecondary	$102,240	$104,290	+$2,050 (+2%)
27-2012	Producers and Directors	$114,280	$63,080	-$51,200 (-44.8%)

50.0703 Art History, Criticism and Conservation. (Cert2y+, PostBacCert, FPD)

A program that focuses on the study of the historical development of art as social and intellectual phenomenon, the analysis of works of art, and art conservation. Includes instruction in the theory of art, art history research methods, connoisseurship, the preservation and conservation of works of art, and the study of specific periods, cultures, styles, and themes.

Graduate Career Earnings in Maryland

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Maryland Avg	MD vs US
13-2022	Appraisers of Personal and Business Property	N/A	N/A	N/A
25-1121	Art, Drama, and Music Teachers, Postsecondary	$102,240	$104,290	+$2,050 (+2%)
25-4011	Archivists	$67,620	$72,990	+$5,370 (+7.9%)
25-4012	Curators	$70,060	$67,440	-$2,620 (-3.7%)
25-4013	Museum Technicians and Conservators	$53,630	$83,440	+$29,810 (+55.6%)

50.0901 Music, General. (Cert2y+)

A general program that focuses on the introductory study and appreciation of music and the performing arts. Includes instruction in music, dance, and other performing arts media.

Graduate Career Earnings in Maryland

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Maryland Avg	MD vs US
25-2031	Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education	$73,700	$69,890	-$3,810 (-5.2%)
27-2042	Musicians and Singers	N/A	N/A	N/A

50.0902 Music History, Literature, and Theory. (PostBacCert)

A program that focuses on the study of the historical evolution of music as a social and intellectual phenomenon, the development of musical instruments and techniques, and the analysis and criticism of musical literature. Includes instruction in music history research methods, aesthetic analysis of musical compositions, history of musical writing and notation, the development of musical instruments, the development of music theory, and the study of specific periods, cultural traditions, styles, and themes.

Graduate Career Earnings in Maryland

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Maryland Avg	MD vs US
25-1121	Art, Drama, and Music Teachers, Postsecondary	$102,240	$104,290	+$2,050 (+2%)

50.0903 Music Performance, General. (Assoc, Cert2y+, BSc, PostBacCert, MSc, FPD)

A program that generally prepares individuals to master musical instruments and performing art as solo and/or ensemble performers. Includes instruction on one or more specific instruments from various instrumental groupings.

Graduate Career Earnings in Maryland

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Maryland Avg	MD vs US
25-1121	Art, Drama, and Music Teachers, Postsecondary	$102,240	$104,290	+$2,050 (+2%)
27-2041	Music Directors and Composers	$84,230	$77,710	-$6,520 (-7.7%)
27-2042	Musicians and Singers	N/A	N/A	N/A

50.0904 Music Theory and Composition. (Cert2y+, PostBacCert, FPD)

A program that focuses on the study of the principles of sound manipulation as applied to the creation of music, and the techniques of creating and arranging music. Includes instruction in aural theory, melody, counterpoint, complex harmony, modulation, chromatics, improvisation, progressions, musical writing, instrumentation, orchestration, electronic and computer applications, studies of specific musical styles, and development of original creative ability.

Graduate Career Earnings in Maryland

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Maryland Avg	MD vs US
25-1121	Art, Drama, and Music Teachers, Postsecondary	$102,240	$104,290	+$2,050 (+2%)
27-2041	Music Directors and Composers	$84,230	$77,710	-$6,520 (-7.7%)

50.0906 Conducting. (FPD)

A program that prepares individuals to master the art of leading bands, choirs, orchestras and other ensembles in performance, and related music leadership. Includes instruction in score analysis and arranging, rehearsal and performance leadership, music coaching, arrangement and performance planning, ensemble operations management, and applications to specific school or professional ensembles.

Graduate Career Earnings in Maryland

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Maryland Avg	MD vs US
25-1121	Art, Drama, and Music Teachers, Postsecondary	$102,240	$104,290	+$2,050 (+2%)
27-2041	Music Directors and Composers	$84,230	$77,710	-$6,520 (-7.7%)

50.0913 Music Technology. (Cert2y+)

A program that focuses on the creative aspects of the blending of music and technology; and that prepares individuals to apply technical knowledge and skills to the composition, recording, synthesis, and performance of music; audio-visual production; scoring for film and multimedia; and software and multimedia development. Includes instruction in music theory, music history, composition, acoustics, recording technology, computer composition, electronic music synthesis, technology-based performance, 3D sound and spatial audio, and music business and law.

Graduate Career Earnings in Maryland

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Maryland Avg	MD vs US
25-1121	Art, Drama, and Music Teachers, Postsecondary	$102,240	$104,290	+$2,050 (+2%)
27-2041	Music Directors and Composers	$84,230	$77,710	-$6,520 (-7.7%)
27-2091	Disc Jockeys, Except Radio	N/A	N/A	N/A
27-4014	Sound Engineering Technicians	$79,280	$82,860	+$3,580 (+4.5%)

50.0999 Music, Other. (BSc, PostBacCert)

Any instructional program in music not listed above.

Graduate Career Earnings in Maryland

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Maryland Avg	MD vs US
25-1121	Art, Drama, and Music Teachers, Postsecondary	$102,240	$104,290	+$2,050 (+2%)
27-2041	Music Directors and Composers	$84,230	$77,710	-$6,520 (-7.7%)
27-2042	Musicians and Singers	N/A	N/A	N/A