by our College Data Analytics TeamIs Bowie State University worth the money? College Factual’s value analysis weighs the quality of education against the cost. Here is the verdict.
Bowie State University is ranked #1,794 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of A (top 15% for value). Within Maryland, it ranks #32 of 45 for value.
Among the majors Bowie State University offers, these rank best for value nationally.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| Other Computer & Information Sciences & Support Services, Other | #2 of 3 |
| Information Systems | #2 of 3 |
| Other Computer & Information Sciences | #2 of 3 |
| Radio & Television Broadcasting Technology/Technician | #6 of 10 |
| Audiovisual Communications | #14 of 25 |
| Bachelor's Degree | #14 of 25 |
| Child development | #42 of 67 |
| Kindergarten/Preschool Education & Teaching | #49 of 66 |
| Communications Technologies & Support | #51 of 100 |
| Visual Communications | #58 of 122 |
Read the full Bowie State University value report below — how it ranks within its state, how it ranks nationwide, what a degree actually costs, and whether it makes financial sense.
Bowie State University is ranked #28 out of #47 in Maryland for quality and #32 out of #45 for Maryland value.
Live in-state? You may qualify for a reduced price. Check the Bowie State University financial aid page to be sure.
Bowie State University is ranked #1,794 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
Compared to its peers, Bowie State University is underpriced for the quality of education it provides, earning it a great value recognition.
Averaged across all students — those who receive aid and those who pay full price — a year at Bowie State University costs about $22,587. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $90,346 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $25,388 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $19,298 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $22,587 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $90,346 |
*The average cost weights the net price paid by aid recipients against the sticker price paid by everyone else. The 4-year figure assumes the standard bachelor's length; your actual time to graduate and price may differ.
Your price depends heavily on your family income and the aid you qualify for. See the Bowie State University net price page for a fuller breakdown of what you might actually pay.
The price you actually pay depends on your circumstances — most students do not pay the full sticker price.
Here is how the estimated 4-year cost of a Bowie State University degree breaks down by aid group, against its national value ranking.
| Nationwide Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $101,552 | — | — |
| All Students | $90,346 | #1,794 | A |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $77,192 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $101,552 | — | — |
| All Students | $90,346 | #32 | A |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $77,192 | — | — |
*College Factual publishes a single overall value ranking (the All Students row). The cost rows show what each aid group pays toward the same degree.
You can also see how the average net price at Bowie State University shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $16,935 |
| $30K–$48K | $16,967 |
| $48K–$75K | $19,731 |
| $75K–$110K | $23,194 |
| Over $110K | $23,943 |
About 46% of Bowie State University undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $6,216 per year. Get more details on the Bowie State University financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual calculates value by comparing the average Bowie State University cost of a degree against other schools of a similar quality. If the school is priced fairly for the educational quality it provides, it receives a fair ranking; if it is underpriced, it earns a good or excellent value.
Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.