Bowie State University Athletics

Bowie State competes in NCAA Division II, which offers athletic scholarships but with less intensity than major college sports. The Bulldogs field 13 varsity teams with 289 total athletes, representing 5.6% of the 5,207 students. The university awards $1,185,908 in athletic scholarships annually. Bowie State belongs to the Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association (CIAA), a strong conference among historically black colleges. The CIAA is known for its competitive basketball tournaments and strong football rivalries. The Bulldogs have built solid programs in football and basketball over the years. Division II athletics at Bowie State provide meaningful competition and scholarship opportunities while maintaining focus on academics, fitting well with the university's mission as an HBCU that emphasizes both educational excellence and community pride.