July 2, 2026 Transition to Virtual Operations, Campus Partially Closed

Bowie State University will be transitioning to virtual operations for all classes and office operations on Thursday, July 2, 2026, due to the extreme heat condition taxing campus systems. Majority of the campus will be closed, and all campus activities are canceled except for the Nike Tennis Camp and 2026 Summer SURI Forum and Workshops. All buildings except the Martin Luther King, Jr. Center, Student Center and residence halls will be closed. Essential personnel should report on time. For more information, please visit BowieState.edu/weather.

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Special Programs

The Department of Computer Science at Bowie State University offers special programs for students at every stage of their academic journey. Whether you are still in high school or preparing for your first year of college, our programs are designed to build skills, expand opportunity, and connect you to the computing community

Summer 2026


Summer Bridge Program

July 6 – July 24, 2026 | Now accepting Applications

A fully funded four-week experience offering early exposure to programming, hands-on research activities, peer mentorship, and year-long stipend support. Designed to help incoming Computer Science students build confidence, develop foundational skills, and transition successfully into college-level study at Bowie State University.

  • On-campus
  • 40 seats available
  • For incoming Bowie State Computer Science freshmen
  • Application Deadline: June 7, 2026, at 11:59 PM
  • Notification of Acceptance: June 10, 2026

Learn More About the Summer Bridge Program

Summer Computing Camps Program

June 22 – July 24, 2026 | Now accepting Applications

A series of hands-on, project-based computing camps giving middle and high school students the chance to explore some of the most exciting areas in technology today. From building mobile apps and designing games to tackling cybersecurity challenges and discovering artificial intelligence, students choose the camp that best fits their interests and future goals.

  • On-campus 
  • 4 camps available
  • For middle and high school students

Learn More About Summer Computer Camps