Jan. 28 Transition to Virtual Operations, Campus Closed

Bowie State University will be transitioning to virtual operations for all classes and office operations on Wednesday, January 28, 2026. The campus will be closed to all non-essential personnel, and all campus activities are canceled. All buildings except residence halls will be closed. Essential personnel should report on time. This is due to the extended time required to clear the extensive snow and ice accumulation on campus. University crews are making every effort to resume campus operations, as a safe return to in-person learning and work remains our top priority. Only essential personnel and residential students are permitted access to the campus on Jan. 28. For more information, please visit BowieState.edu/weather.

Communications Major

Program Requirements

To earn a Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Arts degree in communications with a concentration in broadcast journalism, emerging media, print journalism or public relations, students must successfully complete 120 semester hours, including 12-15 hours in core communications course and 47 hours in electives. Majors must earn a grade of “C” or better in all required communications courses, as well as all courses in the student’s chosen concentration. Students who wish to earn a BA degree are required to complete 12 semester hours in a foreign language in addition to other requirements.