Four-Year Colleges and Universities in Maryland

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Bowie State University (Bowie, MD): Public liberal arts and technology university
Capitol Technology University (Laurel, MD): Private science and technology university
Coppin State University (Baltimore, MD): Public historically Black comprehensive university
Frostburg State University (Frostburg, MD): Public comprehensive university
Goucher College (Baltimore, MD): Private liberal arts college

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Hood College (Frederick, MD): Private liberal arts college
Johns Hopkins University (Baltimore, MD): Private research university

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Loyola University Maryland (Baltimore, MD): Private Catholic liberal arts university
Maryland Institute College of Art (Baltimore, MD): Private art and design college
McDaniel College (Westminster, MD): Private liberal arts and sciences college
Morgan State University (Baltimore, MD): Public historically Black research university
Mount St. Mary's University (Emmitsburg, MD): Private Catholic liberal arts university
Ner Israel Rabbinical College (Baltimore, MD): Private Jewish education college
Notre Dame of Maryland University (Baltimore, MD): Private liberal arts university for women
Salisbury University (Salisbury, MD): Public comprehensive university
St. John's College (Annapolis, MD): Private liberal arts college
St. Mary's College of Maryland (St. Mary's City, MD): Public honors liberal arts college
Stevenson University (Stevenson, MD): Private liberal arts and career-focused university

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Towson University (Towson, MD): Public comprehensive university
United States Naval Academy (Annapolis, MD): Public science and military college
University of Baltimore (Baltimore, MD): Public career-focused university
University of Maryland, Baltimore (Baltimore, MD): Public health and law research university
University of Maryland, Baltimore County (Baltimore, MD): Public research university
University of Maryland, College Park (College Park, MD): Public land-grant research university
University of Maryland, Eastern Shore (Princess Anne, MD): Public historically Black land-grant research university
University of Maryland, Global Campus (Adelphi, MD): Public comprehensive virtual college
Washington Adventist University (Takoma Park, MD): Private Christian liberal arts university
Washington College (Chestertown, MD): Private liberal arts college

Top 4-Year Colleges and Universities in Maryland

Maryland offers a premier selection of higher education opportunities, ranging from world-renowned research institutions to prestigious private liberal arts colleges. Located near major professional hubs like Baltimore and Washington, DC, the Old Line State provides students with a unique blend of academic rigor and career access. Whether you are looking for a large state university or an intimate campus community, Maryland’s diverse schools cater to every interest.

The state’s public system is anchored by the University of Maryland, College Park, alongside institutions like Towson University, Salisbury University, and UMBC. Maryland also boasts a strong tradition of public honors education at St. Mary’s College of Maryland and elite military training at the United States Naval Academy. For those seeking Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), Bowie State, Morgan State, and Coppin State provide rich cultural histories and robust degree programs.

Prospective students can also explore elite private institutions like Johns Hopkins University, a global leader in research and medicine. Other top-tier options include Loyola University Maryland, Goucher College, and Hood College. Specialized education is also available at the Maryland Institute College of Art (MICA) and Capitol Technology University, ensuring students have access to expert faculty across all disciplines.

From the Chesapeake Bay to the Appalachian foothills, Maryland’s four-year schools provide vibrant campus lives and extensive internship opportunities. Explore the full list below to find the Maryland college or university that aligns with your future goals.

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