Bowie State University

It is not difficult to get into Bowie State University. Bowie State University admitted 86% of all applicants in 2022. Out of 5,363 applications received in 2023, 4,639 students were offered admission.

If you are applying to Bowie State University, the deadline for Fall 2024 admissions is 5/15 and the application fee costs $40.

Students who submit their applications to Bowie State University for fall semester should receive an admissions decision no later than November 1.

Bowie State University Admissions Stats at a Glance

Here's an overiew of some of Bowie State University's admissions stats.

Bowie State University 2023	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	3.1
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class	2.53%
Admissions Test Policy	Not optional
Applicants Who Submit SATs	1%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs	0.2%
Waitlist	No

Bowie State University Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for Bowie State University.

Application Type	Offered	Application Deadline	Notification Deadline
Early Decision I	No	–	–
Early Decision II	–	–	–
Early Action	No	–	–
Regular Decision	Yes	5 15	November 1

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Applying Early to Bowie State University?

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Bowie State University does not offer early decision or early action.

➡️ Discover a list of some selective colleges that accept significantly more applicants during early decision or early action than during regular admission.

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More on Bowie State University Admissions

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For applicants who are non-residents, getting into Bowie State University is moderately difficult.

Transferring to Bowie State University

Transfer student admissions is not difficult.

For Students Waitlisted to Bowie State University

Bowie State University has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What Does Bowie State University Look For in an Applicant?

Colleges consider a range of factors when determining who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college decides which factors are they consider most important when choose which applicants to admit, and which to deny. When assembling your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengths and any possible weaknesses in your application, and apply to colleges that put the most emphasis on the admissions factors where you shine.

Admissions Factors at Bowie State University

Curious about the factors that are considered by Bowie State University during the admissions process? Take a look at the list below to see which factors are most important during the admissions process.

Admissions Factor	Level
Academic GPA	Very Important
Rigor of Secondary School Record	Very Important
Extracurricular Activities	Important
First Generation	Important
Alumni/ae Relations	Considered
Character/Personal Qualities	Considered
Class Rank	Considered
Application Essay	Considered
Geographical Residence	Considered
Interview	Considered
Racial/Ethnic Status	Considered
Recommendation(s)	Considered
Religious Affiliation/Commitment	Considered
Standardized Test Scores	Considered
State Residency	Considered
Talent/Ability	Considered
Volunteer Work	Considered
Work Experience	Considered

Make sure to check with Bowie State University for more information on admission factors.

Bowie State University Application Requirements

To apply to Bowie State University, all applicants must submit the following items. Check with Bowie State University's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area	Required	Recommended	Required for Some	Details (If Any)
Transcript(S) of College Record	–	–	–	–
Transcript of High School Record	√	–	–	–
Minimum High School GPA (On 4.0 Scale)	2.5	–	–	–

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GPA and Testing

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What GPA Do I Need To Get Into Bowie State University?

Students admitted to Bowie State University have an average unweighted GPA of 3.1. At Bowie State University 2.53% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school.

GPAs of Admitted Students

At Bowie State University, student GPAs fall in the following ranges.

GPA	Percent of Students
4.0 GPA	8.29%
3.75 and 3.99	7.75%
3.50 and 3.74	11.57%
3.25 and 3.49	13.75%
3.00 and 3.24	18.03%
2.50 and 2.9	32.51%
2.00 and 2.49	7.19%

This chart depicts the percentage of all enrolled, degree-seeking, first-time, first year (freshmen) students who had high school grade point average within the given ranges.

Note: Some schools choose not release this information. If you have any questions regarding missing numbers, be sure to reach out to Bowie State University directly.

About GPAs

Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that highlights your high school academic performance. A weighted GPA or an unweighted GPA are the two possible GPA scores considered by colleges.

An unweighted GPA is an average of your scores from each class on a four-point scale. Unweighted GPAs range from 4.0 to under 1.0. A weighted GPA considers your average grade and the difficulty of your classes. A weighted GPA boosts your average by adding extra points for honors or Advanced Placement courses.

Standardized Test Scores

Bowie State University does not have a test optional admissions policy. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

In 2022, 1% of Bowie State University's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 0.2% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

More Information on Transferring to Bowie State University

For transfer students, it is not difficult to get admitted to Bowie State University.

Transfer students can enroll in Bowie State University during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Winter Term

• Spring Term

• Winter Term

• Summer Term

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Bowie State University Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to Bowie State University?

❌ Students who are admitted to Bowie State University must attend in the term they start. Deferring admissions is not encouraged. If you have a unusual circumstance, contact the admissions department.

Does Bowie State University accept transfer credits?

✅ Bowie State University accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. Bowie State University accepts:

• CLEP subject tests • DSST/DANTES

Does Bowie State University accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?

✅ Bowie State University accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to Bowie State University?

✅ Bowie State University is not test optional.

What is Bowie State University's acceptance rate?

✅ The acceptance rate for Bowie State University is 86%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at Bowie State University?

❌ Bowie State University does not offer early decision.

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