Bold Strides. Bright Futures.

Bowie State’s programs prepare students to lead, innovate, create and make an impact. From the classroom to the community, discover how you can be Bowie Bold.

Explore Our Programs

Explore our programs

Smart Value

Bowie State University, Maryland's oldest HBCU, provides you with an exceptional and affordable education, including more than 65 bachelor's, master's, doctoral and certificate programs. Our proximity to major metropolitan areas gives students easy access to high-value internships and career opportunities, cultural experiences and recreation.

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Ranked among the nation's top HBCUs

U.S. News & World Report 2026

2025

‘Research College and University’

Carnegie Classification Designation

$351.3M

Economic impact generated by Bowie State

UNCF 2024 HBCU Impact Report

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Campus buildings with the prestigious LEED certification

Sustainability at Bowie State
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Inside BSU

Pursue your academic interests, participate in campus life, and enjoy the best of both worlds.

We’ve got your back

Expand your network of support to include faculty, staff, and your peers who will not only encourage you, but will also root for your success.

Student Success Center

Engage Center

Writing Center

 

Bowie State logo used to promote social justice event
Apr 10

2026 BSU - UMD Social Justice Alliance Symposium

11:00 am EDT - 1:00 pm EDT University of Maryland Riggs Alumni Center
Bowie State logo used to promote event
Apr 11

Odyssey of Light

1:00 pm EDT - 5:00 pm EDT Fine & Performing Arts Center, Dionne Warwick Theater
Bowie State logo used to promote sustainability event
Apr 15

Maryland Climate Teach-In 2026 Celebration at Baltimore Polytechnic Institute

9:00 am EDT - 2:30 pm EDT Maryland Climate Teach-In 2026 Celebration at Baltimore Polytechnic Institute
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Bulldog pride

"At Bowie State I learned that I’m not as shy as I thought I was. When I’m on stage, I’m completely comfortable. Now I’m learning to make the world my stage."

Ananias Miranda

Junior, Elementary Education, minor in Theatre Arts

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