Bowie State University Demographics & Diversity Overview

96%
Minority Students
62%
Female Students
4%
International
26
States Represented

Race & Ethnicity

Bowie State University has a diverse student body with 96% students of color and 4% international students, creating a rich multicultural learning environment that celebrates students from all racial and ethnic backgrounds.

Racial & Ethnic Composition

White
2.7%(143)
Hispanic
5.2%(277)
African American
84.1%(4,458)
Asian
1.3%(67)
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.3%(15)
Pacific Islander
0.2%(8)
Two or More Races
3.7%(197)
Unknown
2.6%(136)

Diversity Highlights

Students of Color96%
Total Enrollment6,275
International Students4%

Cultural Engagement

Bowie State University offers numerous cultural organizations, diversity programs, and multicultural events that celebrate the rich backgrounds of our student community.

Gender Distribution

Bowie State University has a gender distribution of 62% female students and 38% male students.

Overall Gender Distribution

Men
38.3%(2,062)
Women
61.7%(3,316)

Gender Statistics

Men2,062

33% of total enrollment

Women3,316

53% of total enrollment

Age Distribution

Bowie State University serves a diverse student population across multiple age demographics. The university enrolls 0% traditional college-age students (18-21 years old) and 0% non-traditional students aged 25 and older.

Age Diversity Insights

0%

Traditional Age (18-21)

0%

Non-Traditional (25+)

14%

Graduate Students

Geographic Diversity

Bowie State University attracts students from across the United States and internationally, with 4% international students contributing to a globally diverse campus community. The student body includes 79% in-state residents, 18% out-of-state students, and 4% international students, creating rich cross-cultural learning opportunities.

Geographic Origin

In-State
78.8%(922)
Out-of-State
17.7%(207)
International
3.5%(41)

Regional Representation

In-State922

79% of student body

Out-of-State207

18% of student body

International41

4% of student body

States Represented

26 states are represented on campus.

Diversity Metrics

Ethnic Diversity

96%

Students of Color

Gender Balance

62%

Female Students

Global Reach

4%

International

Age Diversity

0%

Non-Traditional Age