Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
83.54%
SAT Average
935
ACT Range
Not available
Bowie State University Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 83.54%. This means approximately 835 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 5,207 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
83.54%
Current trend marker with historical import pending
Tuition, Net Price and Aid
| Metric | School value | Context | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accreditation | Middle States Commission on Higher Education | Institutional accreditor where reported | Verify |
| In-state tuition | $8,999 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $19,889 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $24,302 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $19,335 | State avg: $16,580. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 43.90% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 40.87% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does Bowie State University Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$19,889
Room and board
$13,272
Books and supplies
$2,500
Other expenses
$1,660
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$24,302
Average net price
$19,335
Average aid coverage
20%
$4,967 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at Bowie State University pays approximately $19,335 per year after grants and aid. This is above the Maryland average of $16,580 and above the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is Bowie State University?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to Maryland and national averages.
Bowie State University net price
$19,335
Maryland average
$16,580
National average
$17,506
Bowie State University Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $19,889 and average net price at $19,335. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$19,889
Current net price
$19,335
Current-year comparison is shown now; historical bars will replace this fallback once multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Student Outcomes
Completion Rate (150% Time)
38.14%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$54,537
Undergraduates
5,207
10-Year Median Earnings - Bowie State University vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
Bowie State University graduates earn about 1.2x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends Bowie State University?
Undergraduates
5,207
Completion rate
38.14%
Below national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
43.90%
Above national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
40.87%
Above national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 43.90% of Bowie State University students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 40.87% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at Bowie State University
Select a family income bracket to see the average net price students in that range paid. Data comes from College Scorecard income-bracket averages when available.
Estimated net price for :
This estimate is based on College Scorecard averages for students in this income range who received federal aid. Actual amounts vary. Use Bowie State University's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
Bowie State University lists Middle States Commission on Higher Education as its accreditor in the local dataset. Institutional accreditation is an important trust signal and can affect federal financial aid eligibility. Accreditation means an external agency has reviewed academic quality and institutional standards, which helps families verify whether federal aid pathways such as Pell grants and federal loans may apply.
Visit AccreditorCampus and Location
Bowie State University is listed at 14000 Jericho Park Rd, Bowie, MD 20715-9465. Accreditor: Middle States Commission on Higher Education.
Compare Schools
Compare Bowie State University with nationally comparable peer institutions across acceptance rate, tuition, net price and 10-year earnings. Click any school name to open its full profile.
| School | Accept. rate | Out-of-state tuition | Avg net price | 10-yr earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bowie State University | 83.54% | $19,889 | $19,335 | $54,537 |
| University of Maryland Baltimore | Not available | Not available | Not available | $88,174 |
| Johns Hopkins University | 7.56% | $63,340 | $18,161 | $87,555 |
| Capitol Technology University | 77.94% | $27,318 | $24,678 | $85,035 |
| University of Maryland-College Park | 44.84% | $40,306 | $15,590 | $82,860 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bowie State University's acceptance rate?
Bowie State University's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 83.54%.
How much is Bowie State University tuition?
Bowie State University's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $19,889.
What is Bowie State University's average net price?
Bowie State University's average net price in the local dataset is $19,335.
What is Bowie State University's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $54,537 for Bowie State University.
Is Bowie State University accredited?
Bowie State University's accreditor in the local dataset is Middle States Commission on Higher Education.
How many students attend Bowie State University?
The local dataset lists 5,207 undergraduate students at Bowie State University.
What percentage of Bowie State University students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for Bowie State University in the local dataset is 43.90%.
What is the federal loan rate at Bowie State University?
The federal loan rate for Bowie State University in the local dataset is 40.87%.
Where should I verify Bowie State University data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with Bowie State University or the latest official federal education data.