Bowie State University
Bowie, MD
Overview
Bowie State University is a public institution located in Bowie, MD. It has a total enrollment of 6,353 students.
5,136
Undergrads1,217
Grad Students72.4%
Acceptance49.0%
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Academics
15.0 : 1
Student-Faculty Ratio68.0%
Retention Rate (Full-Time)49.0%
6-Year Graduation Rate35.0%
4-Year Graduation Rate5,136
Undergraduate Enrollment1,217
Graduate EnrollmentAdmissions
72.4%
Acceptance Rate2.80
Average GPATest Optional
Test Policy$40
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Financial Aid & Costs
$22,118
Tuition + Room & Board + Books (before financial aid)Cost Breakdown
Tuition (In-State)
$5,874
Room & Board
$13,744
Books & Supplies
$2,500
Out-of-State Tuition
$16,666
Financial Aid
54%
Receiving Aid53%
Pell Grant Recipients$6,819
Avg Grant (recipients)$10,151
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Campus Life
Housing
On-Campus Housing
Yes
Housing Capacity
1,900 beds
Housing Guarantee
Data not available
Dining
Meal Plan Available
Yes
Meal Plan Type
Data not available
Athletics
Quick Facts
Type
Public
Undergraduate Enrollment
5,136
Acceptance Rate
72%
Graduation Rate
49%
In-State Cost
$19,618
Out-of-State Cost
$30,410
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Bowie, MD 20715-9465
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