Bowie State University has been ranked No. 7 among the nation’s public Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) in Forbes’ inaugural ranking, America’s Top HBCUs: 20 Historically Black Colleges and Universities That Set Grads Up for Success. The ranking is primarily based upon recognition of institutions that demonstrate strong student outcomes, return on investment, graduation success, career earnings and student support.
“This distinction reflects Bowie State University’s unwavering commitment to student success and its mission to provide a high-quality, affordable education that prepares graduates to lead in a rapidly evolving world,” said Dr. Aminta H. Breaux, president of Bowie State University. “Through innovative academic programs, entrepreneurship opportunities, experiential learning and strategic partnerships, students are empowered to transform their talents into meaningful careers and economic opportunity. As Maryland’s first HBCU, we remain committed to ensuring access, affordability and excellence while preparing the next generation of leaders, innovators and changemakers.”
Forbes highlighted Bowie State’s strengths in computer science, cyber operations engineering, software engineering, data analytics and bioinformatics, as well as its partnerships with federal agencies. The university has built a reputation for preparing graduates to succeed in high-demand fields through research opportunities, industry engagement and partnerships with federal agencies.
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About Bowie State University
Founded in 1865, Bowie State University is the first Historically Black College/University (HBCU) in Maryland and one of the ten oldest in the country. Bowie State has earned the ‘Research College and University’ designation in the 2025 Carnegie Research Activity Classification. As a leading institution of higher learning, Bowie State offers more than 65 bachelor’s, master’s, doctoral and certificate programs across arts and sciences, technology, business, education, healthcare and related disciplines. The university provides high-quality and affordable educational opportunities in a supportive environment that empowers students to think critically, make new discoveries, value differences and emerge as leaders in a highly technical, rapidly changing global society. For more information about Bowie State University, visit bowiestate.edu.
