Bowie State University

Bowie, MD

publicMaster's Colleges & Universities: Larger Programs

Safety

D

ROI

B+

Bowie State University is a large public master's university (large program) located in Bowie, Maryland, with an undergraduate enrollment of 5,043. The institution offers master's-level programs across multiple professional and academic fields alongside its undergraduate curriculum, serving students seeking advanced credentials in applied disciplines. As a public institution primarily funded through state appropriations and federal grants, it operates within the broader Maryland postsecondary education landscape and is regionally accredited, making its credits and degrees eligible for federal financial aid. With a 72% acceptance rate, admission is broadly accessible. With a 72% acceptance rate, the institution is broadly accessible while maintaining academic standards. Net price for families earning \$48,001–$75,000 averages $19,163 per year. The highest program-level earnings outcomes are in CIP 00 — 10-year median earnings among aid recipients in these fields reach $97,030. The 4-year graduation rate is 38%, 7 percentage points below the national average of 45%. Among students who received federal financial aid, 10-year median earnings are $54,537.

Acceptance Rate

72.4%

Avg Net Price

$19,298

6-yr Grad Rate

49.4%

Earnings 10yr

$54,537

The Numbers

Admissions

Acceptance Rate
72.4%
SAT Range
ACT Range
Enrollment
5,043
Student:Faculty
15:1

Costs & Outcomes

In-State Tuition
$9,218
Out-of-State Tuition
$19,938
Room & Board
$12,241
Students Receiving Aid
44.4%
Median Debt at Grad

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