Baking and pastry schools in Maryland

Looking for baking & pastry schools in Maryland? There are 3, including 2 public colleges and 1 private career school. Bakers in Maryland earn a median $37,040 a year, according to the BLS.

Schools
3
Public colleges
2
Median pay in MD
$37,040

3 baking & pastry schools

School results

  1. Allegany College of Maryland

    Cumberland, MD · Public

    • Baking & pastry
    • Automotive technician
    • Medical assistant
    • +13

  2. Frederick Community College

    Frederick, MD · Public

    • Baking & pastry
    • Medical assistant
    • Culinary arts
    • +7

  3. Lincoln College of Technology-Columbia

    Columbia, MD · Private

    • Baking & pastry
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +4

What bakers earn in Maryland

Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.

Baker salary in MarylandHow to become a baker

Median pay
$37,040
$17.81 an hour
Typical range
$32,220–$51,150
10th to 90th percentile
Jobs in MD
2,740
Job growth, 2025–35
+5.5%
36,500 openings a year (U.S.)

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, and Employment Projections.

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Frequently asked questions

How many baking & pastry schools are in Maryland?

We list 3 schools in Maryland with baking & pastry programs: 2 public colleges and 1 private career school. Campuses are in Cumberland, Columbia, and Frederick.

Are there community college baking & pastry programs in Maryland?

Yes. 2 public colleges in Maryland offer baking & pastry. Public programs often cost less and are usually eligible for federal financial aid. Confirm costs and aid with each school.

How much does baking & pastry school cost in Maryland?

Among the 3 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $8,819 to $34,306. That figure covers the whole school, not just this program, so ask each school for the program's total cost.

How much do bakers make in Maryland?

The median pay for bakers in Maryland is $37,040 a year, and most earn between $32,220 and $51,150, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

How do I choose a baking & pastry school in Maryland?

Ask each school about accreditation, total cost after financial aid, hands-on lab hours, certification exam prep, class sizes and job placement. Request info from two or three schools so you can compare their answers side by side.

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