Systems Engineering

Master's degree · Johns Hopkins University · Baltimore, MD

CIP 14.27

$135,107Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$154,775Median earnings 4 years after
$155,023Median earnings 5 years after
$20,500Median federal debt
192Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the master's degree program in Systems Engineering at Johns Hopkins University earn a median of $135,107 one year after completing the program. Nationally, master's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $144,565 four years after graduating (middle half: $117,436–$177,515). Median debt is $20,500, about 15% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.

Systems Engineering (Master's degree) at other Maryland schools

CollegeEarnings (1 yr)Median debt
University of Maryland Global Campus
Adelphi
$115,680$29,778

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Systems Engineering graduates from Johns Hopkins University make?

The median salary is $135,107 one year after graduation and $155,023 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $20,500.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.