Maryland Nursing Schools

Overview

Maryland has a storied past. It ceded land to create the nation’s capitol, and during the War of 1812, the British bombardment of Fort McHenry inspired Francis Scott Key to write "The Star Spangled Banner." Of interest to nurses, the prestigious Johns Hopkins University and Hospital are located in the state. Maryland’s nursing shortage extends to nursing faculty, so both nurses and nurse instructors are in demand.

Nursing Education in Maryland

Maryland nursing students have more than 25 nursing schools to choose from. Programs are varied and range from diplomas and associate degrees at community colleges to PhDs at major universities like Johns Hopkins. Maryland residents have access to a number of scholarships for both undergraduate and graduate study. Requirements may include a two-year contract with a Maryland hospital, membership in a professional organization, and pursuit of a doctoral degree, among others..

Outlook for Nursing in Maryland

Maryland pays its nurses well due in part to the Baltimore-Towson metropolitan area having some of the highest paid nurses, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor Occupational Outlook Handbook 2010 edition. RNs earn a mean hourly wage of nearly $37.00. The ongoing nursing shortage in the state ensures that jobs will be plentiful.

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