Bowie State University Closed on Jan. 26-27 Due to Inclement Weather

Due to inclement weather, Bowie State University will be closed January 26-27, 2026. All classes, office operations and on-campus activities are canceled. Residence halls will remain open. Essential personnel should report as scheduled. Additional updates will be shared as needed. For more information, please visit BowieState.edu/weather.

Immunizations

A copy of your immunization record is required to be on file at the Henry Wise Wellness Center.

MMR (1) and MMR (2) are required upon admission into the University. Tuberculosis Screening is required for international students. PPD skin test is no longer accepted at Henry Wise Wellness Center. QuantiFERON TB Gold or T Spot are the preferred tests. Please see entrance medical history form for details. We do not read films. All reports must be in English.

Meningitis vaccine against Meningococcal ACWY (Menactra or Menveo) at age 16 or older is required for all students living in residence halls.

Health holds are placed on student records without required immunization documentation, prohibiting registration until complete.

Strongly Recommended immunizations: Meningococcal B vaccine, Tetanus booster with the last ten years, Hepatitis B vaccination series (three doses), and Varicella vaccination.

The flu vaccine is available (early October) at the Henry Wise Wellness Center and in local clinics.

Printable versions of the Entrance Medical History and Immunization Record form are available on the Printable Forms page.