New Freshman & Transfer Students

New Student Information Spring 2025 Edition

Thank you for choosing Bowie State University to pursue your baccalaureate degree, and welcome to Bulldog Nation!

Freshmen Students

New first-time freshmen will be registered for classes by the Division of Enrollment Management. After your course registration is complete, the Academic Advising Center will email you an invitation and link to register for our MANDATORY virtual Freshman Advising & Onboarding sessions. During the session, your Academic Advisor will discuss your program of study, review course schedules, share academic expectations, and answer any questions you may have. 

Virtual Freshman Advising and Onboarding sessions are scheduled as follows:

  • Tuesday, January 7, 2025, 10 a.m.
  • Tuesday, January 14, 2025, 10 a.m.

All eligible students will receive a link to join an Advising session.

If you have questions regarding your admissions status, please contact the Office of Undergraduate Admissions at 301-860-3415 or email ugradadmissions@bowiestate.edu .

Transfer Students

New transfer students must clear Admissions, pay the Enrollment Deposit, and complete a Commit Form before advising and class registration. 

The Office of Admissions will evaluate all transcripts and post the transfer credits into your Bulldog Connection portal. Please monitor your Bulldog Connection portal to know when credits are posted. If you have questions about your transcript or when transfer credits will be posted, contact the Office of Admission at ugradadmissions@bowiestate.edu . 

How to access your transfer credit report:

Transfer Advising and Registration 

After completing all Admissions and Enrollment Management requirements, the Academic Advising Center will email an invitation and link to register for our MANDATORY virtual Transfer Advising & Registration session. You will have an opportunity to meet with your Academic Advisor to discuss your program of study, select courses, and receive registration assistance.

Virtual Transfer Advising and Registration sessions are scheduled as follows:

  • Thursday, January 9, 2025, 10 a.m.
  • Thursday, January 16, 2025, 10 a.m.

All eligible students will receive a link to join an Advising session. 

Students cleared after the scheduled Advising Sessions should contact their academic advisor to schedule an appointment. Contact information is available in the Advisor Directory.

Contact Advising

For assistance with identifying or reaching your academic advisor, please contact the Academic Advising Center at 301-860-4072 or email advisingbsu@bowiestate.edu .