Born to Be Bold. Ready to Graduate.

Excitement is building as we count down the days to the Spring 2025 Commencement Ceremony! It’s almost time to walk across the stage and into your future.

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Bowie State University, Maryland's oldest HBCU, provides you with an exceptional and affordable education, including more than 65 bachelor's, master's, doctoral and certificate programs. Our proximity to major metropolitan areas gives students easy access to high-value internships and career opportunities, cultural experiences and recreation.

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Top 15

Ranked #11 among the nation's top HBCUs

U.S. News & World Report 2025

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‘Research College and University’

Carnegie Classification Designation

3

Graduate programs among best in the nation

U.S. News & World Report 2025

We’ve got your back

Expand your network of support to include faculty, staff, and your peers who will not only encourage you, but will also root for your success.

Student Success Center

Career Development Center

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Inside BSU

Pursue your academic interests, participate in campus life, and enjoy the best of both worlds.

 

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May 8

Employee Recognition Program

11:00 am EDT - 1:30 pm EDT Martin Luther King, Jr. Center
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May 23

Spring Commencement

9:00 am EDT - 12:00 pm EDT Bulldog Stadium

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Bulldog pride

"At Bowie State I learned that I’m not as shy as I thought I was. When I’m on stage, I’m completely comfortable. Now I’m learning to make the world my stage."

Ananias Miranda

Junior, Elementary Education, minor in Theatre Arts

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