Information Science/Studies at Salisbury University

Salisbury University's Information Science program starts graduates at $61,290—slightly above the national median but trailing Maryland's in-state average by about $1,000. That 40th percentile ranking among Maryland programs matters: you're not getting flagship University of Maryland-College Park outcomes, but you're also paying significantly less in tuition as an in-state student at a regional public university with an 89% acceptance rate.

The $23,250 debt load is reasonable, translating to a manageable 0.38 debt-to-earnings ratio that beats many tech-adjacent fields. More encouraging is the 24% earnings growth over four years, pushing graduates to $76,000 by year four—well above both state and national medians at that point. This suggests the degree opens doors to career advancement rather than hitting an early ceiling.

The tradeoff is clear: Salisbury won't place you at the top of Maryland's information science market out of the gate, but it delivers solid middle-class earnings with below-average debt. For Maryland families seeking an accessible path into tech-related careers without flagship competition or private school price tags, this represents dependable value. Just understand you're starting in the middle of the pack regionally, not leading it.