Bowie State University is building a bold future on a proud heritage! Founded in 1865, Bowie State is the oldest Historically Black College/University in Maryland and one of the ten oldest in the country. It is also a diverse university whose students, along with faculty and staff, represent many ethnic and cultural backgrounds. Bowie State University provides high-quality and affordable educational opportunities for students with ambitions to achieve and succeed. In addition to its 30+ undergraduate majors, Bowie State offers 21+ master's degree programs, 18+ specialty certificates and three doctoral programs with specific focus on science, technology, business, education and related disciplines.