Established in 1865, Bowie State University is a non-profit public state higher-education institution located in the suburban setting of the small city of Bowie (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), Maryland. Officially accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, Bowie State University (BSU) is a medium-sized coeducational US higher education institution. Bowie State University (BSU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees, master degrees, doctorate degrees in several areas of study. This 157 years old US higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic record and grades. The admission rate range is 30-40% making this US higher education organization a very selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. BSU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.