Known for business
Bowie State University is a public institution in Bowie with particular strength in business and computer science. With an average SAT of 935, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.
A mid-sized campus of 5.2K undergraduates with a 16:1 student-faculty ratio. The suburban location offers a balance of campus life and nearby amenities.
38% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $54,537 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $19,335.
Established
1865
Mascot
Butch the Bulldog
Type
Public HBCU
Conference
Northern Division of the Central
84%Acceptance
935SAT Avg
5,207Students
16:1Student:Faculty
38%Grad Rate
$54,537Earnings 10yr
$19,335Net Price
Admissions
Acceptance Rate83.5%
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 935
Reading & WritingMid: 475
423540
MathMid: 455
373543
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Tuition (in-state)$8,999
Tuition (out-of-state)$19,889
Room & Board$13,272
Books & Supplies$2,500
Total Cost of Attendance$24,302
Average Net Price$19,335
Median Debt at Graduation$22,985
Monthly Payment (10yr)$244
Net Price by Family Income
$0–30K$16,935
$30–48K$16,967
$48–75K$19,731
$75–110K$23,194
$110K+$23,943
Programs (60)
Student Body
Undergrads
5,207
Gender Split
61% / 40%
Women / Men
First Generation
36%
Pell Grant Recipients
44%
Race & Ethnicity
White 3%
Black 82%
Hispanic 6%
Asian 1%
Two+ 4%
Int'l 1%
Outcomes
4-Year Graduation Rate38.1%
Freshman Retention69.9%
Median Earnings After Graduation
6 Years$43,877
8 Years$50,034
10 Years$54,537
10-Year Earnings by Gender
Women
$46,400
Men
$52,700
More About This School
History & Fun Facts
Source: Wikipedia