School Summary

Bowie State University


General Information:

Founded in 1865, Bowie State University is seated on 295 acres located in Prince Georges county. It is a university offering both undergraduate and graduate programs. The school has a student/faculty ratio of 16:1.
Libraries:
This institution has 1 libraries.

Computer Labs:
At least one staffed computer lab is available to students. A wireless computer network is available throughout the campus. Number of computers available are 3950. Free student email accounts are available.
Institutional Control:
State control

Address, Phone and URL:

14000 Jericho Park Road

Bowie, MD
20715-9465
For more information call: 301 860-4000. This school has a website at https://www.bowiestate.edu/
Application information for this school is available at https://www.bowiestate.edu/admissions-and-aid/apply-online.php


Application Deadline: June
Application Fee: $40
Admission Requirements: A written essay or personal statement is Required for Freshmen.
High School transcripts are Required for Freshmen.
No Application Requirements available.


In-State (per year) Out of State (per year)
Tuition $6,113.00 $16,833.00
Room and Board $12,441.00 $12,441.00
Fees $3,104.00 $3,104.00
Total $21,658.00 $32,378.00

A tuition installment payment plan is available. Financial aid information may be available from the school's website at https://www.bowiestate.edu/.


Special Programs
The following special programs are offered: 3-2 Degree Program, External Degree Program, Academic remediation, Distance learning program, Double major option, Independent study, Learning disabilities services, Advanced Placement credit, Honors program, Graduate courses offered on campus open to Undergraduates, Internships, Off-campus study, Summer session for credit, Sponsors its own study-abroad program, Part-time undergraduate degree programs.

Academic Competitiveness
Lower competition - Most freshmen were not in the top 50 % of their high school class and scored somewhat below 1010 on SAT (critical reading and math scores combined) or below 19 on ACT; up to 95% of applicants accepted (not 100%).

Incoming Freshmen SAT Scores
Scores Verbal Math
700-800 0% 0%
600-699 9.1% 9.09%
500-599 27.3% 18.18%
400-499 43.6% 38.18%
300-399 18.18% 34.55%
200-299 1.82% 0%



Incoming Freshmen ACT Scores
Scores Percentage of Students
30-36 0%
24-29 0%
18-23 25%
12-17 75%
6-11 0%
1-5 0%



Incoming Freshmen High School Ranking
Percentage Percentage of Students
Top 10% N/A
11-25% N/A
26-50% N/A
Under 50% N/A



Bowling, Basketball, Football, Track and field, Cross-country running

Basketball, Softball, Tennis, Track and field, Volleyball, Cross-country running

Bowling, Basketball, Football, Track and field, Cross-country running

Basketball, Softball, Tennis, Track and field, Volleyball, Cross-country running


Basketball, Football, Track and field, Cross-country running

Basketball, Softball, Tennis, Track and field, Volleyball, Cross-country running


Undergraduate

Undergraduate Only Count
Male 2,090
Female 3,198
Total 5,288


Undergraduate, Graduate & First Professional


Undergraduate, Graduate & First Professional Count
Male 2,414
Female 3,994
Total 6,408

Student Body By Racial/Ethnic Category
Student Body by Racial/Ethnic Category Percentage
Asian 1%
African American 82%
Hispanic 5%
Native American 0%
White 3%
Other 8%
Student Body By Age
Student Body by Age Percentage
Under 25 Years Old 84%
At Least 25 Years Old 16%
Student Body By Residence Status
Student Body by Residence Status Percentage
In State 84%
Out Of State 16%
Student Body By Housing Status
Student Body by Housing Status Percentage
Live On Campus 26%
Live Off Campus 74%


Fall Convocation, Homecoming Events, Honors Convocation

Honda Campus All-Star Challenge


Instructional Program Code        Instructional Program Title

  • 45.1001                                           Political Science and Government, General
  • 26.0101                                           Biology/Biological Sciences, General
  • 11.0101                                           Computer and Information Sciences, General
  • 27.0101                                           Mathematics, General
  • 13.1001                                           Special Education and Teaching, General
  • 23.0101                                           English Language and Literature, General
  • 50.0701                                           Art/Art Studies, General
  • 42.0101                                           Psychology, General
  • 40.0501                                           Chemistry, General
  • 45.0601                                           Economics, General
  • 50.0401                                           Design and Visual Communications, General
  • 09.0102                                           Mass Communication/Media Studies
  • 26.1103                                           Bioinformatics
  • 27.0301                                           Applied Mathematics, General
  • 43.0104                                           Criminal Justice/Safety Studies
  • 54.0101                                           History, General
  • 44.0000                                           Human Services, General
  • 50.0501                                           Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General
  • 13.0101                                           Education, General
  • 19.0706                                           Child Development
  • 09.0402                                           Broadcast Journalism
  • 23.1302                                           Creative Writing
  • 11.0803                                           Computer Graphics
  • 45.1101                                           Sociology, General
  • 09.0902                                           Public Relations/Image Management
  • 51.3801                                           Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse
  • 52.0201                                           Business Administration and Management, General
  • 52.1401                                           Marketing/Marketing Management, General
  • 44.0701                                           Social Work
  • 31.0504                                           Sport and Fitness Administration/Management
  • 10.0202                                           Radio and Television Broadcasting Technology/Technician
  • 43.0103                                           Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration
  • 52.0301                                           Accounting
  • 13.1302                                           Art Teacher Education
  • 13.1316                                           Science Teacher Education/General Science Teacher Education
  • 13.1311                                           Mathematics Teacher Education
  • 13.1312                                           Music Teacher Education
  • 13.1314                                           Physical Education Teaching and Coaching
  • 13.1209                                           Kindergarten/Preschool Education and Teaching
  • 13.1202                                           Elementary Education and Teaching
  • 13.1205                                           Secondary Education and Teaching
  • 51.3805                                           Family Practice Nurse/Nursing
  • 24.0102                                           General Studies
  • 26.1199                                           Biomathematics, Bioinformatics, and Computational Biology, Other
  • 11.9999                                           Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services, Other
  • 30.9999                                           Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other
  • 45.9999                                           Social Sciences, Other
  • 19.0000                                           Work and Family Studies

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** The information in this report is derived from Peterson's Undergraduate Database. Other data sources may also be included. To learn more about Texas Career Check or any data element please contact us.