| Location: | Bowie |
| President: | Mickey L. Burnim |
| Founded: | 1865 |
| Undergraduate Students: | 4,340 |
| Graduate Students: | 1,143 |
| Operating Budget: | $97.3 Million |
| For More Information: | 301.860.4000 |
The oldest historically black institution of higher education in Maryland, Bowie State University serves a diverse student body and remains a leader in the graduation of African Americans in teacher education and technological fields. Bowie State provides affordable education in nearly 50 degree programs and has particular strengths in computer science, management, information systems, business administration, counseling psychology, teacher education, and nursing. New degrees and programs include a master of arts in mental health counseling, a doctorate in applied science and computer science, and a bachelor of arts in sport management. The suburban campus is conveniently located near Washington, D.C., Baltimore, and Annapolis.