At a glance
Average net price
$19,298
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
38.2%
Admission rate
72%
Undergrad size
5,043
In-state tuition
$9,218
Out-of-state tuition
$19,938
Cost of attendance
$25,220
Median earnings (10y)
$54,537
Admissions
- SAT average
- Not available
- ACT midpoint
- 19
- Retention
- 68.2%
- Locale
- Suburb
Programs breakdown
17 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by social sciences (26%), trades & services (25%), stem (21%).
- STEM21%
- Health3%
- Business16%
- Humanities & arts9%
- Social sciences26%
- Trades & services25%
- Business16.4%~826 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- Computer science12.7%~639 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~593 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Psychology11.1%~560 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Communications tech10.4%~526 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~346 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~340 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Social sciences4.5%~226 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Education4.0%~200 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~200 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~160 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~153 students/yr · HealthCompare schools
- ~106 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- History1.3%~67 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- English0.9%~46 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Mathematics0.9%~46 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~7 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
Share of all degrees and certificates awarded in each broad CIP-2 program area (U.S. Department of Education, latest reporting year). Estimated students/yr = share × undergrad size.
Specific majors offered
37 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.
| Major | Credential | Grads | Median earnings | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor's | 324 | $45,731 | $27,000 |
| Audiovisual Communications Technologies/Technicians. | Bachelor's | 197 | $31,607 | $26,000 |
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor's | 185 | $34,359 | $28,375 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Bachelor's | 177 | $35,964 | $29,750 |
| Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services, Other. | Bachelor's | 149 | $51,055 | $30,000 |
| Biology, General. | Bachelor's | 137 | $26,782 | $29,000 |
| Design and Applied Arts. | Bachelor's | 68 | — | — |
| Sociology. | Bachelor's | 63 | $33,510 | $30,835 |
| Social Work. | Bachelor's | 57 | $33,635 | $31,000 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Bachelor's | 55 | $68,584 | $25,125 |
| Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology. | Master's | 53 | — | — |
| Public Administration. | Master's | 53 | $60,110 | — |
| Communication, Journalism, and Related Programs, Other. | Master's | 52 | $41,270 | — |
| Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services. | Bachelor's | 52 | $34,158 | $26,125 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Bachelor's | 48 | — | — |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness. | Bachelor's | 48 | — | $26,250 |
| Human Resources Management and Services. | Master's | 45 | $48,606 | — |
| History. | Bachelor's | 39 | — | $32,229 |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General. | Bachelor's | 37 | — | — |
| Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions. | Master's | 37 | $55,167 | — |
| Student Counseling and Personnel Services. | Master's | 27 | — | — |
| Fine and Studio Arts. | Bachelor's | 25 | — | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Master's | 24 | — | — |
| Business/Commerce, General. | Master's | 23 | — | — |
| Educational Administration and Supervision. | Doctoral | 20 | — | — |
| Management Information Systems and Services. | Master's | 19 | — | — |
| English Language and Literature, General. | Bachelor's | 18 | — | — |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General. | Master's | 16 | — | — |
| Information Science/Studies. | Master's | 12 | $70,305 | — |
| Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft. | Bachelor's | 12 | — | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas. | Master's | 11 | — | — |
| English Language and Literature, General. | Master's | 9 | — | — |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Master's | 9 | $105,317 | — |
| Special Education and Teaching. | Master's | 8 | — | — |
| Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology. | Graduate certificate | 8 | — | — |
| Mathematics. | Bachelor's | 6 | — | — |
| Biomathematics, Bioinformatics, and Computational Biology. | Bachelor's | 5 | — | — |
Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard Field of Study. Earnings cover graduates who received federal financial aid and are working / not enrolled. Cells marked "—" are not reported or were suppressed for privacy.
About Bowie State University
Bowie State University is a large institution located in Bowie, Maryland, primarily awarding the bachelor's degree. It enrolls roughly 5,043 undergraduate students in a suburb setting. The most popular fields of study include Business, Computer science, Homeland security & law enforcement.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at Bowie State University — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $19,298 per year, which is moderately priced compared to other U.S. institutions. Sticker tuition runs $9,218 for in-state students and $19,938 for out-of-state students before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $25,220 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 38.2%, a average completion outcome. 68.2% of first-time students return for a second year, a useful proxy for student satisfaction and academic fit. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $54,537 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
Bowie State University confers degrees and certificates across 17 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Business, Computer science, Homeland security & law enforcement. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by social sciences (26% of credentials), trades & services (25% of credentials), stem (21% of credentials), which gives a quick read on the school's overall academic profile. Use the programs breakdown below to see every reported area, an estimated number of students per program per year, and links to compare other U.S. colleges in the same field.
Admissions
Bowie State University accepts 72% of applicants, making it moderately selective. The ACT midpoint for admitted students is roughly 19.
Location & campus
Set in Bowie, Maryland (suburb), Bowie State University draws students from across Maryland and beyond. Prospective students often weigh proximity, cost of living, and local industry demand when choosing between schools in this area.
Frequently asked questions about Bowie State University
Q.How much does Bowie State University cost?
The average net price at Bowie State University is $19,298 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $25,220.
Q.What is the graduation rate at Bowie State University?
Bowie State University has a 6-year graduation rate of 38.2% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How hard is it to get into Bowie State University?
Bowie State University admits 72% of applicants, which is considered moderately selective.
Q.How much do Bowie State University graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median Bowie State University graduate earns $54,537 per year.
Q.What is tuition at Bowie State University?
Published tuition is $9,218 in-state and $19,938 out-of-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is Bowie State University located?
Bowie State University is located in Bowie, Maryland (ZIP 20715).
Data on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and IPEDS, the federal sources colleges are required to report to. Net price, graduation rate, and earnings figures reflect the latest available federal release. Always verify current tuition and program availability directly with Bowie State University at their official website.