Bowie State University
Bowie State University's campus is located in Prince George's County, Maryland, just north of the city of Bowie. As a historically black university, Bowie State fosters a strong sense of community and cultural pride among its students. The university is a member of the Thurgood Marshall College Fund, which supports students attending historically black colleges and universities.
Financial Aid & Net Price
What students actually pay after grants and scholarships, by family income. 44% of students receive Pell Grants and 41% take federal loans.
| Family Income | Avg Net Price/yr | 4-Year Net Cost | Net-Price ROI |
|---|---|---|---|
| $0 – $30K | $16,935 | $67,740 | 6.1x |
| $30K – $48K | $16,967 | $67,868 | 6.1x |
| $48K – $75K | $19,731 | $78,924 | 5.2x |
| $75K – $110K | $23,194 | $92,776 | 4.5x |
| $110K+ | $23,943 | $95,772 | 4.3x |
| Sticker price (no aid) | $8,999 | $35,996 | 11.5x |
Net price = tuition + fees + room & board minus grants and scholarships. ROI = average 10-year graduate earnings ÷ 4-year net cost. Source: IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey via College Scorecard.
All Programs at Bowie State University
11 degree programs ranked by DegreeOutlook Score. Click any program for full AI scenario analysis and 10-year earnings projections.
| Program | DW Score | Earnings | AI Risk | ROI |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nursing & Nursing Administration Compare across schools |
88 | $70,278/yr | High | 27.8x |
| Teacher Education Compare across schools |
73 | $52,619/yr | High | 15.2x |
| Business Administration Compare across schools |
73 | $50,683/yr | High | 17.5x |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections Compare across schools |
63 | $41,367/yr | Moderate | 15.6x |
| Human Development & Family Studies Compare across schools |
51 | $34,257/yr | High | 13.6x |
| Psychology, General Compare across schools |
49 | $36,765/yr | High | 13.7x |
| Sociology Compare across schools |
45 | $38,893/yr | High | 11.9x |
| Social Work Compare across schools |
45 | $32,989/yr | Moderate | 14.6x |
| Health and Physical Education/Fitness Compare across schools |
43 | $36,381/yr | Moderate | 9.1x |
| Audiovisual Communications Technologies Compare across schools |
42 | $35,168/yr | High | 15.0x |
| Biology, General Compare across schools |
29 | $26,266/yr | High | 6.3x |