Location: Baltimore, MD•In-State Tuition: $8,118•Out-of-State Tuition: $18,800•Admission Rate: 83%•Avg SAT: 984
Est. Earnings (1yr)
$37,937
Est. from MD median (4 programs)
Est. Median Debt
$25,373
Est. from national median (144 programs)

Analysis

Morgan State's interdisciplinary bachelor's degree faces a challenging reality: based on comparable Maryland programs, graduates can expect to earn around $38,000 in their first year while carrying an estimated $25,000 in debt. That debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.67 means nearly two-thirds of a year's salary goes to covering what was borrowed—manageable in theory, but tight in practice for someone starting their career in Baltimore. The university serves a predominantly Pell-eligible student body (54%), making that debt load particularly significant for families without financial cushion.

The earnings estimate tracks closely with the state median for interdisciplinary studies programs, suggesting Morgan State delivers outcomes typical for this field in Maryland. However, the debt appears higher than the state median of $21,250, which matters when first-year earnings hover in the mid-thirties. Interdisciplinary studies programs vary enormously in quality and career preparation—some build valuable skill combinations while others leave graduates without clear professional direction. Without specific data on Morgan State's program outcomes, it's impossible to know which category this falls into.

For families weighing this investment: the estimated figures suggest modest earnings potential with above-average state debt levels for the field. Before committing, push the school hard on what distinguishes their interdisciplinary program, what careers graduates actually pursue, and whether those outcomes justify the cost. The absence of reported data isn't necessarily a red flag, but it does mean you're investing based on regional averages rather than this program's track record.

Where Morgan State University Stands

Earnings vs. debt across all multi/interdisciplinary studies bachelors's programs nationally

Morgan State University (estimated ±10%)Other multi/interdisciplinary studies programs

Dashed lines show national medians. Upper-left = best value.

Compare to Similar Programs in Maryland

Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Maryland (21 total in state)

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SchoolIn-State TuitionEarnings (1yr)*Earnings (4yr)Median Debt*Debt/Earnings
Morgan State UniversityBaltimore$8,118$37,937*—$25,373*—
Johns Hopkins UniversityBaltimore$63,340$46,455*—$13,750*0.30
Loyola University MarylandBaltimore$55,480$40,150*$67,029$27,000*0.67
Stevenson UniversityOwings Mills$39,708$35,723*$42,994$31,000*0.87
Salisbury UniversitySalisbury$10,638$30,895*—$17,500*0.57
National Median—$38,704*—$25,495*0.66
* Estimated from similar programs
About This Data

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (October 2025 release)

Population: Graduates who received federal financial aid (Title IV grants or loans). At Morgan State University, approximately 54% of students receive Pell grants. Students who did not receive federal aid are not included in these figures.

Earnings: Median earnings from IRS W-2 data for graduates who are employed and not enrolled in further education, measured 1 year after completion. Earnings are pre-tax and include wages, salaries, and self-employment income.

Debt: Median cumulative federal loan debt at graduation. Does not include private loans or Parent PLUS loans borrowed on behalf of students.

Estimated Earnings: Actual earnings data is not available for this program (typically due to privacy thresholds when fewer than 30 graduates reported earnings). The estimate shown is based on the median of 4 similar programs in MD. Actual outcomes may vary.