Strayer University-Maryland
A good fit for students who want small classes and close faculty access and students from lower-income families. graduation rate is below 40%; median debt of $40,621 is above average. 63% of students receive Pell Grants — strong access mission; 100% freshman retention — students rarely leave.
About This School
Strayer University-Maryland is a private for-profit institution located in Suitland, Maryland with approximately 1,043 undergraduate students enrolled. In-state tuition is $13,920 per year. The graduation rate is 38%, and the typical graduate earns $53,500 within 10 years of enrollment.
This school is best suited for working adults — particularly those already in the workforce who want a business or technology credential without uprooting their lives — and the 100% freshman retention rate suggests that students who enroll do feel supported enough to return. That said, the graduation rate of 38% is a real concern and deserves serious attention: nearly two-thirds of students who start here don't finish, which means the institution may not be the right fit for students who need strong academic scaffolding or consistent on-campus community to stay on track. On the financial side, graduates carry a median debt of $40,621 and earn around $53,500 ten years out, which is a workable but tight ratio — especially compared to public university alternatives in Maryland that often cost less and produce similar or better earnings outcomes. If you're a motivated self-starter with clear professional goals and a need for flexibility, this could work, but I'd strongly encourage you to have an honest conversation with an advisor about what support systems exist to help you actually finish — because enrolling without graduating leaves you with debt and no degree.
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After Graduation
Earnings 6 Years After Enrollment, by Gender
Gap: 24% less for female graduates. National avg ~16%.
Will This School Pay Off?
Worth scrutinizing. Median earnings relative to debt are tight.
Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. These are means across all graduates, not specific to any major.
Student Body
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (1,043 undergraduates).
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the graduation rate at Strayer University-Maryland?
Strayer University-Maryland has a graduation rate of 38%, according to U.S. Department of Education data.
Sources & Methodology
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