Bowie State University
Bowie, Maryland · Public · HBCU
Bowie State University admitted 82% of 5,842 applicants (Common Data Set 2025-2026). First-year students who sent the SAT scored 895–1208 in the middle half. Test scores are optional. 38% of students graduate within six years.
Your chances at Bowie State University
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Early decision and early action
Bowie State University doesn’t report an early decision or early action round.
What admissions weighs
How Bowie State University rates each part of an application, from its Common Data Set.
Very important
- Course rigor
- GPA
Important
- Activities
- First generation
Considered
- Class rank
- Test scores
- Essay
- Recommendations
- Interview
- Talent or ability
- Character
- Legacy
- Where you live
- State residency
- Religion
- Volunteering
- Work experience
- Showing interest
Not considered
- –
High school GPA
First-year students averaged a 3.18 GPA.
Some colleges report weighted GPAs, so compare loosely.
What it costs
Full price with housing is $26,431 in-state and $37,321 out-of-state a year. After grants, students paid $16,117 on average (in-state).
Average price after grants, by family income, for in-state students:
Quick answers
What is Bowie State University’s acceptance rate?
Bowie State University admitted 82% of applicants: 4,814 of 5,842 (Common Data Set 2025-2026).
What SAT score do you need for Bowie State University?
The middle half of admitted students who sent the SAT scored 895 to 1208, with a median around 1025. A score at or above 1025 puts you in the top half of admitted students who sent one.
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