Maryland · Verified September 2026
MPH Programs in Maryland
Where Can You Earn an MPH in Maryland?
4 schools in Maryland offer 7 MPH programs we verified, including Johns Hopkins University, Morgan State University and University of Maryland-College Park. 3 can be taken online. Published tuition runs from $949 to $1,458 per credit.
Who Employs Public Health Graduates in Maryland
Maryland’s public health system has two layers. The Maryland Department of Health (MDH) employs more than 6,500 people across four divisions, and its Public Health Services division handles infectious disease, environmental health, family health and emergency preparedness. Below it sit 24 local health departments, one in each of the 23 counties and one in Baltimore City, which run clinics, inspections and outbreak response in their own jurisdictions.
The state also has federal science on its doorstep. The National Institutes of Health has its main campus in Bethesda, and Maryland’s program list leans the same way: epidemiology, biostatistics and clinical research methods show up again and again, from Hopkins’ ScM degrees to College Park’s biostatistics MS. If you want a research career, that mix of employer and training is hard to match.
The Maryland Programs Side by Side
Maryland has 31 public health master’s programs, all at CEPH-accredited schools, but only seven are MPH degrees. The other 24 are research master’s (MHS, ScM and MSPH), and 22 of them are at Johns Hopkins. That skew is the key thing to understand: if you want an MPH specifically, you are choosing among four schools, not dozens.
Maryland MPH Schools Compared
4 schools in Maryland offer an MPH or a related public health master's degree. 4 are on the CEPH accredited list.
| School | MPH programs | Formats | CEPH | Lowest per credit | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Johns Hopkins UniversityBaltimore · Private nonprofit | 2 + 22 | Campus, Online, Hybrid | Accredited | $1,458 | 80 |
| Morgan State UniversityBaltimore · Public | 2 | Campus, Online | Accredited | 42–48 | |
| University of Maryland-College ParkCollege Park · Public | 2 + 2 | Campus, Online | Accredited | $1,120 | 45 |
| University of Maryland, BaltimoreBaltimore · Public | 1 | Campus | Accredited | $949 | 42 |
"+" counts related public health master's degrees (MS, MSPH, MHS). Per-credit rates as each school publishes them, reviewed September 2026.
31 programs in Maryland
- MPH
Master of Public Health (Full-Time) at Johns Hopkins University
Johns Hopkins University · BaltimoreOn campus13 concentrations- Credits
- 80
- Tuition
- $87,480 total
- Length
- 5 term
CEPH - MPH
Master of Public Health (part-time/online) at Johns Hopkins University
Johns Hopkins University · BaltimoreOnlineHybrid- Credits
- 80
- Tuition
- $1,458/cr
- Length
- 2–3 yr
CEPH Master of Health Science (MHS) in Biostatistics at Johns Hopkins University
Johns Hopkins University · BaltimoreCEPHMaster of Science (ScM) in Biostatistics at Johns Hopkins University
Johns Hopkins University · BaltimoreCEPHMaster of Health Science (MHS) in Epidemiology at Johns Hopkins University
Johns Hopkins University · BaltimoreCEPHMaster of Science (ScM) in Epidemiology at Johns Hopkins University
Johns Hopkins University · BaltimoreCEPHMaster of Health Science (MHS) in Environmental Health at Johns Hopkins University
Johns Hopkins University · BaltimoreCEPHMaster of Science (ScM) in Environmental Health at Johns Hopkins University
Johns Hopkins University · BaltimoreCEPHMaster of Science in Toxicology for Human Risk Assessment at Johns Hopkins University
Johns Hopkins University · BaltimoreCEPHMaster of Health Science (MHS) in Health, Behavior and Society at Johns Hopkins University
Johns Hopkins University · BaltimoreCEPHMSPH in Health Education and Health Communication at Johns Hopkins University
Johns Hopkins University · BaltimoreCEPH- CEPH
Master of Health Science (MHS) in Health Economics and Outcomes Research at Johns Hopkins University
Johns Hopkins University · BaltimoreCEPH- CEPH
Master of Health Science (MHS) in Global Health Economics at Johns Hopkins University
Johns Hopkins University · BaltimoreCEPHMaster of Health Science (MHS) in Mental Health at Johns Hopkins University
Johns Hopkins University · BaltimoreCEPHMaster of Health Science (MHS) in Population, Family and Reproductive Health at Johns Hopkins University
Johns Hopkins University · BaltimoreCEPHMaster of Health Science (MHS) in Population, Family and Reproductive Health (Online) at Johns Hopkins University
Johns Hopkins University · BaltimoreOnlineCEPHMSPH in Population, Family and Reproductive Health at Johns Hopkins University
Johns Hopkins University · BaltimoreCEPHMaster of Health Science (MHS) in Clinical Investigation at Johns Hopkins University
Johns Hopkins University · BaltimoreCEPHMaster of Applied Science in Population Health Management at Johns Hopkins University
Johns Hopkins University · BaltimoreCEPHMaster of Applied Science in Spatial Analysis for Public Health at Johns Hopkins University
Johns Hopkins University · BaltimoreCEPHMaster of Applied Science in Patient Safety and Healthcare Quality at Johns Hopkins University
Johns Hopkins University · BaltimoreCEPH- CEPH
- MPH
Master of Public Health (Campus) at University of Maryland-College Park
University of Maryland-College Park · College ParkOn campusNo GRESOPHAS8 concentrations- Credits
- 45
- Tuition
- $1,120/cr
- Length
- 2 yr
CEPH - MPH
Online Master of Public Health at University of Maryland-College Park
University of Maryland-College Park · College ParkOnlineNo GRESOPHAS4 concentrations- Credits
- 45
- Tuition
- $1,120/cr
CEPH MS in Biostatistics at University of Maryland-College Park
University of Maryland-College Park · College ParkOn campusNo GRESOPHAS- Credits
- 43
- Length
- 2 yr
CEPHMS in Environmental Health Sciences at University of Maryland-College Park
University of Maryland-College Park · College ParkNo GRESOPHAS- Credits
- 32
CEPH- MPH
Master of Public Health (MPH) at University of Maryland, Baltimore
University of Maryland, Baltimore · BaltimoreOn campusNo GRESOPHAS3 concentrations- Credits
- 42
- Tuition
- $949/cr
CEPH - MPH
Master of Public Health (MPH), Generalist at Morgan State University
Morgan State University · BaltimoreOn campus- Credits
- 48
CEPH - MPH
Online Master of Public Health (OMPH) in Executive Health Management at Morgan State University
Morgan State University · BaltimoreOnlineNo GRE- Credits
- 42
- Length
- 18 mo
CEPH
No programs match these filters.
Program facts come from each school's own program pages, reviewed September 2026. Tuition is the school's published figure with its basis; per-credit sorting uses programs that publish a per-credit rate. CEPH status comes from the CEPH accredited list.
What an MPH Costs in Maryland
4 Maryland MPH programs publish both a per-credit rate and the credits you need, so you can estimate tuition before fees. Estimates run from $39,858 to $116,640. The median published rate in Maryland is $1,120 per credit, against $842 for the 213 MPH programs nationwide that publish one.
| Program | Per credit | Credits | Estimated tuition |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Maryland, Baltimore: Master of Public Health (MPH)Master of Public Health (MPH) | $949 | 42 | $39,858 |
| University of Maryland-College Park: Master of Public Health (campus)Master of Public Health (campus) | $1,120 | 45 | $50,400 |
| University of Maryland-College Park: Online Master of Public HealthOnline Master of Public Health | $1,120 | 45 | $50,400 |
| Johns Hopkins University: Master of Public Health (part-time/online)Master of Public Health (part-time/online) | $1,458 | 80 | $116,640 |
Estimated tuition is the published per-credit rate times the published credits, before fees. Public schools usually charge non-residents more. Turn any program into a full cost and loan estimate with the MPH cost and loan calculator.
Largest Public Health Programs in Maryland
By public health master's degrees awarded in 2022-23 (U.S. Department of Education, IPEDS), Johns Hopkins University has Maryland's largest program, followed by University of Maryland-College Park and University of Maryland, Baltimore. Size tells you how many classmates, electives and alumni to expect, not how good a program is.
| School | Public health master's awarded, 2022-23 |
|---|---|
| Johns Hopkins University | 954 |
| University of Maryland-College Park | 280 |
| University of Maryland, Baltimore | 28 |
| Morgan State University | 24 |
Public Health Pay in Maryland
Among the public health jobs an MPH leads to, statisticians earn the highest median pay in Maryland, $132,620. Epidemiologists earn a median $101,830 (17% above u.s.), 8th of 43 states with a published figure, across 600 jobs.
| Job | Median | vs U.S. median | State rank | Jobs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Epidemiologists | $101,830 | 17% above U.S. | 8th of 43 | 600 |
| Statisticians (including biostatisticians) | $132,620 | 26% above U.S. | 4th of 46 | 2,730 |
| Health education specialists | $104,470 | 63% above U.S. | 1st of 53 | 2,220 |
| Community health workers | $50,550 | 3% below U.S. | 27th of 52 | 3,030 |
| Occupational health and safety specialists | $91,820 | 2% above U.S. | 19th of 53 | 2,160 |
| Health information technologists and medical registrars | $70,040 | 3% above U.S. | 24th of 51 | 1,170 |
| Medical and health services managers | $131,810 | 6% above U.S. | 13th of 54 | 17,030 |
Annual wages in Maryland, BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025. A high median on few jobs describes a small market, so read pay beside the job count.
Online MPH Options for Maryland Residents
You aren't limited to schools in Maryland: 255 online MPH programs at schools in other states accept students nationwide. Before you apply, confirm on the school's site that it can enroll Maryland residents online. These CEPH-accredited online programs have the lowest estimated tuition of any online MPH that publishes a per-credit rate and its credits:
| Program | Per credit | Estimated tuition |
|---|---|---|
| The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston: Master of Public HealthTexas | $287 | $12,915 |
| University of West Florida: Master of Public Health (online)Florida | $386 | $16,206 |
| University of Nevada-Las Vegas: Master of Public HealthNevada | $383 | $18,013 |
| Georgia State University: Master of Public HealthGeorgia | $464 | $19,488 |
| SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University: Master of Public HealthNew York | $471 | $19,782 |
Compare every option on the online MPH programs page, or let the program matcher rank them for you.
Choosing Among Hopkins, the UM Campuses and Morgan State
Johns Hopkins runs the largest public health program in the state by far, with 954 public health master’s degrees awarded in 2022-23. Its MPH is 80 credits, much longer on paper than most, and the full-time version runs five terms from a July start for $87,480. Concentrations range from infectious diseases and humanitarian health to indigenous health and food systems. The part-time/online MPH charges $1,458 per credit hour and typically takes two to three years. Hopkins suits you if you want a big research school and a wide choice of electives, and can carry the highest price in the state.
University of Maryland, College Park is the public option with the most choice: eight campus concentrations, including biostatistics, health equity and health policy analysis, at $1,120 per credit in-state and $2,075 out-of-state. Its online MPH charges $1,120 per credit and offers tracks in physical activity and public health practice and policy. College Park awarded 280 public health master’s degrees in 2022-23, second in Maryland.
University of Maryland, Baltimore offers a 42-credit MPH run from the School of Medicine, with concentrations in community and population health, epidemiology and global health. It is small, about 50 students, and its global health concentration is taught live online. At $949 per credit for residents it’s the lowest published rate among Maryland MPH programs, which makes it the best value if you’re a Maryland resident who wants a campus program in Baltimore.
Morgan State offers a 48-credit generalist MPH built around urban public health problems, with a practicum and capstone, and a fall-only start. Its online MPH in executive health management is 42 credits, finishes in under 18 months, needs no GRE and takes applications directly rather than through SOPHAS. It suits working health professionals who want a management-focused MPH quickly.
How to Decide
Start with residency. If you’re a Maryland resident, UMB and College Park give you the lowest rates, and the gap to non-resident pricing is large at both. If you’re coming from out of state, compare the out-of-state public rates against Hopkins’ flat pricing and against online MPH programs elsewhere.
Then decide how much research you want. The Hopkins MHS and ScM degrees and College Park’s MS in Biostatistics suit a research or data career better than a practice MPH; the MPH vs MS guide walks through that choice. For work in a county health department or MDH, a practice-oriented MPH from College Park, UMB or Morgan State is the more direct route.
Frequently Asked Questions
How Much More Do Non-Residents Pay for an MPH at UMB?
For 2026-27, the University of Maryland, Baltimore charges $949 per credit to Maryland residents and $1,676 per credit to non-residents. Its MPH is 42 credit hours, so residency is worth thousands of dollars over the degree.
Can You Take the Johns Hopkins MPH Part Time?
Yes. Alongside the full-time MPH, which runs five terms from a July start and costs $87,480, Hopkins offers a part-time/online MPH at $1,458 per credit hour. Both require 80 credits, and the part-time path typically takes two to three years, up to four.
How Many Local Health Departments Does Maryland Have?
Maryland has 24 local health departments, one in each of its 23 counties and one in Baltimore City, working alongside the Maryland Department of Health.
How Many MPH Programs Are in Maryland?
We verified 7 MPH programs and 24 related public health master's degrees at 4 schools in Maryland; 4 of those schools are CEPH accredited.
Which Maryland Schools Have CEPH-Accredited Public Health Programs?
Johns Hopkins University, Morgan State University, University of Maryland-College Park and University of Maryland, Baltimore.
Can Maryland Residents Earn an MPH Online?
Yes. Beyond Maryland's own programs, 255 online MPH programs at schools in other states are open to students nationwide; check each program's state authorization for Maryland residents. Online MPH programs.
How Much Do Epidemiologists and Public Health Workers Earn in Maryland?
Epidemiologists: median $101,830; Statisticians (including biostatisticians): median $132,620; Health education specialists: median $104,470 (BLS, May 2025).
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Sources
- Official program pages of the 4 Maryland schools listed, reviewed September 2026
- Council on Education for Public Health, accredited schools and programs
- BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025