Coppin State University
About Coppin State University
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Coppin State University is a public historically Black university in Baltimore, Maryland. It offers affordable programs in nursing, psychology, criminal justice, and social work, serving the west Baltimore community as part of the University System of Maryland.
Founded
1900
Location
Baltimore, Maryland
Students
2,147
Institution
Public
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
45.8%
Selective
Graduation Rate
26.2%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$7,100
Out-of-state: $14,024
Avg Net Price
$9,977
After financial aid
SAT Average
975
Out of 1600
Median Earnings
$46,490
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Very Selective
45.8 out of 100 applicants get in
How to Apply
Test Policy
Test Optional
Application Fee
$50
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
Coppin State University accepts 45.8% of applicants, with admitted students averaging around 975 on the SAT. If you're near or above that range, you have a strong chance.
SAT Scores
975/ 1600
ACT Scores
17/ 36
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Below Average
26.2% complete their degree within six years
Retention
66.2%
4-Year Grad
14%
6-Year Grad
26%
Teaching Quality
10:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
55.6%
$/Student
$16.2K
Class Size
Small
The 14% graduation rate is below average, but 66.2% of freshmen return for year two. Students are staying, even if completion takes longer than four years.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$7,100
In-State
$14,024
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$12,006
Books & Supplies
$1,900
Total Cost of Attendance
$23,748
After Financial Aid
$9,977
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$7,714
Receive Grants
53.9%
Take Loans
36.2%
The full cost of attendance is about $23,748/yr for in-state students, including $12,006 for room and board. After aid, most pay around $9,977. Out-of-state tuition jumps to $14,024.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at Coppin State University fund their education.
While in School
53.9%
Get Grants
Free money
36.2%
Take Loans
Must repay
$26,331
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$25,000
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$265/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The $25,000 median debt is above average, but graduates earn $46K within ten years. The numbers suggest the investment pays off for most students.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Coppin State University.
Gender
74.5%
Female
26%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
1,844
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
303
Graduates
47.2%
First-Gen
26 yrs
Avg Age
28.7%
Age 25+
With an average entry age of 26, the campus has more working adults and non-traditional students than most schools. You'll find classmates with real-world experience. 47.2% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
City: Large
Campus Quick Facts
1,844
Students
public
Institution
Small
Campus Size
Master's
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
Yes
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
No
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Coppin State University fields 7 varsity teams with 208 student athletes, about 11% of the student body.
Division
NCAA
Division I without football
Conference
Mid-Eastern
The league its teams compete in
Varsity Sports
7
Biggest: Track & Cross Country
Student Athletes
208
11% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
53% / 47%
111
Men
97
Women
4
Men's Teams
6
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Coppin State Universityearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$46,490
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$77K
55 grads
1yr Earnings
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$60K
32 grads
4yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
—
32 grads
Health/Medical Preparatory Programs
$44K
31 grads
1yr Earnings
Criminal Justice and Corrections
$31K
27 grads
1yr Earnings
Psychology, General
$33K
25 grads
1yr Earnings
Graduates earn about $42K six years out, growing to $46K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.
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