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College of Southern Maryland
La Plata, MD, United States
Data verified Nov 2026 · CollegesRef 2026–27 edition
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At College of Southern Maryland, students from families earning up to $30,000 paid an average of $4,512 a year after grants, against $10,941 for families earning over $110,000.
Source: U.S. College Scorecard, 2025
Average annual cost after grants
$7,620
$8,783 below the median for all colleges ($16,403).
| Family income | Average annual cost |
|---|---|
| $0 to $30,000 | $4,512 |
| $30,001 to $48,000 | $4,012 |
| $48,001 to $75,000 | $4,725 |
| $75,001 to $110,000 | $7,755 |
| Over $110,000 | $10,941 |
Average yearly cost of attendance minus grants and scholarships for full-time, first-time undergraduates who received federal aid. Loans are not subtracted.
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Source: U.S. College Scorecard, 2025
The published cost of attendance also covers transport and personal expenses. Out-of-state students at public colleges pay the out-of-state tuition.
Source: U.S. College Scorecard, 2025
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Graduation rate 32%, close to 31%
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Hagerstown, MD
Graduation rate 33%, close to 31%
Profile closeness73/100
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Arnold, MD
Graduation rate 28%, close to 31%
Profile closeness70/100
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Graduation rate 29%, close to 31%
Profile closeness68/100
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Average net price $9,310, close to $7,620
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Graduation rate 33%, close to 31%
Profile closeness66/100
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