Overview
Enrollment
| Location | Bowie, Maryland |
| Online | bowiestate.edu |
| School Type | Public 4 Year |
| Setting | Large Suburban |
| Size | Mid-size |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Located in Bowie, Maryland, Bowie State University is a mid-size four year public college offering both undergrad and graduate programs. In the most recent statistical year 4,978 prospective students applied, and 4,333 were granted admission. Of those admitted 913 enrolled in the school. 4,815 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 1,493 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2021/2022, excluding room and board, is $5,760 plus fees of $2,798. Bowie State University is ranked 913 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2023 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
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Bowie State University is rated within the lower 28% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 3 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
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Rankings
Rankings for Bowie State University within the 2023 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#913 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#384 in Best Public Colleges in the U.S.
#11 in Best Colleges in Maryland
#8 in Best Public Colleges in Maryland
#9 in Best Value Colleges in Maryland
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 840/1020 |
| ACT | 17/20 |
| GPA | 3.12 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Apr 1, 2023 |
| Applicant Competition | Very Low |
| Application Fee | $40 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Maryland Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $2,500 |
| Other Fees | $2,798 |
| Room and Board | $12,458 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $1,600 |
| Total One Year Cost | $25,116 |
Out of State Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $2,500 |
| Other Fees | $2,798 |
| Room and Board | $12,458 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $1,600 |
| Total One Year Cost | $35,856 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Business | 23% |
| Psychology | 13% |
| Social Sciences | 13% |
| Communications Technology | 10% |
| Health Professions | 10% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=162007 IPEDS survey data for Bowie State University.
Current students may use the Bowie State University GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.