Skip to Main Content
C+
Overall Niche Grade
How are grades calculated?
  1. Academics
    B-
  2. Value
    B-
  3. Diversity
    B+
  4. Campus
    C
  5. Athletics
    B
  6. Party Scene
    B
  7. Professors
    B-
  8. Location
    C-
  9. Dorms
    C-
  10. Campus Food
    C+
  11. Student Life
    C+
  12. Safety
    B
View Full Report Card
Bowie State University is ...
Public, HBCU
Athletic Division
NCAA Division II (with football)
Athletic Conference
Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association
Address
14000 Jericho Park Rd
Bowie, MD 20715
Website
bowiestate.edu
Work Here? Claim Your College

Bowie State University Rankings

Niche rankings are based on rigorous analysis of key statistics from the U.S. Department of Education and millions of reviews.

Admissions

Acceptance Rate
41%
Application Deadline
Rolling Admissions
SAT Range
780-940
ACT Range
15-19
Application Fee
$40
SAT/ACT
Required
High School GPA
Required
Early Decision/Early Action
No
Improve Your SAT/ACT Scores with Test Prep

Cost

Net Price
$13,200/ year
National
$15,523
Average cost after financial aid for students receiving grant or scholarship aid, as reported by the college.
Net Price by Household Income
  • <$30k
    $10,579/ year
  • $30-48k
    $12,978/ year
  • $49-75k
    $16,261/ year
  • $76-110k
    $19,289/ year
  • $110k+
    $20,006/ year
Student Loan Options from Lenders
Learn More
  • 1% Cash Back + affordable rates starting at 3.82% APR w/auto debit discount
  • No application, origination or disbursement fees

Academics

Professors
B-
Based on faculty accomplishments, salary, student reviews, and additional factors.
Student Faculty Ratio
16:1
Evening Degree Programs
No
68%
of students agree that professors put a lot of effort into teaching their classes.80 responses
59%
of students agree that it is easy to get the classes they want.90 responses
61%
of students agree that the workload is easy to manage.90 responses
Do You Work at Bowie State University? Claim Your College Today!
Claim your free account to keep your college's data up-to-date and get insights on user activity for your profile.

Majors

Most Popular Majors
  • Business Administration and Management
    106 Graduates
  • Radio and Television Broadcasting Technician
    101 Graduates
  • Psychology
    73 Graduates
  • Criminal Justice and Safety Studies
    59 Graduates
  • Social Sciences
    52 Graduates
  • Nursing
    50 Graduates
  • Social Work and Youth Services
    49 Graduates
  • Biology
    47 Graduates
  • Child Development
    46 Graduates
  • Computer Systems Technician
    24 Graduates

Students

Full-Time Enrollment
3,939Undergrads
Undergrads Over 25
17%
Pell Grant
56%
Varsity Athletes
6%
Poll
What one word or phrase best describes the typical student at this school?
Based on 52 responses
Report
  • Friendly
    42%
  • Unique
    19%
  • On the go
    10%
  • Curious
    8%
  • Ready to go
    6%
  • Always sticking together
    4%
  • Unspirited
    4%

Campus Life

Freshmen Live On-Campus
—
Poll
40%
of students say that Greek life is pretty big.97 responses
Poll
56%
of students say varsity sports are a big part of campus life.112 responses
Poll
What one word or phrase best describes your school?
Based on 62 responses
Report
  • Interesting
    32%
  • Dedicated staff for student success
    16%
  • Balanced between fun and and academics
    11%
  • Complicated at times
    11%
  • Family
    10%
  • Fun
    6%
  • LIT
    6%

After College

Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation
$46,400/ year
National
$33,028
Graduation Rate
37%
National
49%
Employed 2 Years After Graduation
93%
National
83%
86%
of students feel confident they will find a job in their field after graduation.63 responses
Colleges like Bowie State University
More

Bowie State University Reviews

1,066 reviews
All Categories
The administration at this university is absolutely terrible. It seems as though they are under staffed, because no one answers your calls, or responds to your messages with any sense of urgency. The administrative faculty at BSU is also very rude, and inconsiderate of the students. I am a current graduate student here and I have been trying to contact the office of financial aid for TWO WEEKS! They give out misinformation and hold your financial disbursement for no apparent reason, and for some students like myself this is a major inconvenience. At most reputable institutions, your refund is disbursed before classes even begin. The attitude of the staff is very unpleasant after finally speaking with someone from the office, I was rushed off the phone, and my questions were answered with uncertainty. They did not the office of financial aid gave me an uncertain answer, leaving me in the exact same position confused and stressed.
Start Your Review of Bowie State University
Rate It!
I received a world-class education at Bowie State, which enabled me to pursue graduate studies at Edinburgh University in Scotland and at Georgetown University in Washington, DC. Bowie State is a precious jewel among academic institutions. Go Bulldogs!
Bowie State University is a great HBCU! What it lacks in aesthetics and campus activities, it makes up for in the one-on-one student to professor interactions and the relationships you foster from going to such a small university.