Bowie State University

Bowie State University is a four-years, public school located in Bowie, MD. It is a historically black school. It is classified as Master's College and University (larger programs) by Carnegie Classification, also known as M1 Master's College. You can compare their tuition and admission stats at M1 Master's College comparison page.
The Bowie State's 2024 tuition & fees is $8,999 for Maryland residents and $19,839 for out-of-state students for the academic year 2023-2024. 66% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $8,199.
For the academic year 2022-2023, the school has a total enrollment of 6,275 and the students to faculty ratio is 15 to 1 (6.67%).
Bowie State ranked 17th in Maryland Colleges rankings. Bowie State University is accredited by Middle States Commission on Higher Education.
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2024 Tuition & Fees and 2025 Estimation

For undergraduate programs, the 2024 tuition & fees of Bowie State University is $8,999 for in-state students and $19,839 for out-of-state students. For graduate programs, its 2024 tuition & fees is $10,188 for in-state students and $15,264 for out-of-state students.
The estimated 2025 tuition & fees for prospective students is $9,252 for Maryland residents and $20,137 for out-of-state students based on the current year tuition changes from last year. The estimated 2025 graduate school tuition & fees is $9,579 for Maryland residents and $13,160 for out-of-state students.
In-StateOut-of-State
Undergraduate$8,999$19,839
Graduate$10,188$15,264
Updated with 2023-2024 tuition (Last update: 03/01/2024)
In-StateOut-of-State
Undergraduate$9,252$20,137
Graduate$9,579$13,160
The estimation for 2024-2025 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.

Key Stats for Prospective Students

The Acceptance rate at Bowie State University is 84.00% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 19.00%. The median SAT scores submitted by enrolled students is 935.
The average graduation rate is 40%. For the academic year 2022-2023, total 6,275 students are attending the school and the school offers campus housing facilities (i.e. dormitory and residence halls possessed by the school). Key academic stats for the school are listed in the next table.
2024 Bowie State Key Academics Statistics
Admission Stats »84.00% Acceptance Rate / 19.00% Yield
Test Scores »935 SAT
Graduation Rate »40%
Transfer-out Rate27%
Retention Rate73%(full-time), 12% (part-time)
Student to Faculty Ratio6.67% (15 to 1)
Student Population »6,275 (5,378 undergraduate)
Average Financial Aid »$8,199

On-Campus Learning Opportunities

Special Learning Opportunities

You can view the detailed program information by offered type and program.
Bowie State Offered Programs
Graduate Programs

On-Campus Students Services

Bowie State University offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for both undergraduate and graduate programs. It has ROTC programs and offers teacher certification programs designed to prepare students to meet the requirements for certification as teachers.
Special Learning Opportunities at Bowie State
Learning Opportunities
ROTCArmy
Weekend/Evening CollegeNo
Teacher CertificationYes
Study AbroadYes
On-Campus Services
Academic/career counseling serviceYes
Employment services for studentsYes
Placement services for completersYes
On-campus day care for students' childrenNo

Bowie State University Directory Information

Address14000 Jericho Park Rd, Bowie, MD 20715-9465
Phone301-860-4000
WEBSchool's Website
AdmissionAdmission Information
Online ApplicationApply Online
Financial AidDeadlines and Applications
Net Price CalculatorNet Price Calculator
Veterans TuitionVeterans Benefit Information
AthleticAthletic Team Information
Disability ServiceDisability Services
School Typefour-years, public
Carnegie CategoryMaster's College and University (larger programs)
Highest Degree OfferedDoctor's degree
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