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Bowie State University vs University of Maryland-Baltimore County

Side by side on admissions, cost, and fit, from the same verified school records.

Bowie State University University of Maryland-Baltimore County
Acceptance rate lower = more selective 72% 72%
SAT range (mid 50%) n/a 1,240-1,420
ACT range (mid 50%) n/a 25-31
Average net price what students actually pay after aid $19,298 $16,467
Sticker cost of attendance $25,220 $28,576
Graduation rate 38% 70%
Retention rate 68% 85%
Undergraduates 5,043 10,701
Student-faculty ratio 15:1 17:1
Setting Bowie, MD Baltimore, MD
Type Public Public
Application fee n/a $75
Test policy n/a Test-optional

Highlighted values mark the stronger figure on cost and outcomes. Verified for the cycle.

Common questions

Is Bowie State University or University of Maryland-Baltimore County harder to get into?

Bowie State University is more selective, with a 72% acceptance rate versus 72% at University of Maryland-Baltimore County. Both should be treated as reaches unless your stats sit at or above the mid-50% range shown above.

Which is cheaper, Bowie State University or University of Maryland-Baltimore County?

University of Maryland-Baltimore County has the lower average net price ($16,467 versus $19,298). Net price is what families actually pay after grants and scholarships, so it is a truer comparison than sticker price. Run each school's net price calculator for your own income.