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Colleges / Morgan State University

Morgan State University

Baltimore, MD 4-Year Public
Acceptance Rate87%
Acceptance Rate87%

Morgan State University Academics

Morgan State University requires a minimum of 120 semester hours to complete a bachelor's degree.

If students would like to graduate in less time than normal, they can choose the accelerated degree program. Morgan State University accepts transfer credits. The school accepts AP credit and IB credits. Additionally, Morgan State University has a summer session, so students can earn credits during the summer.

NOTE: Around 43% of students who start college at Morgan State University complete all the credits required within six years.

Morgan State University offers an orientation program before the start of fall classes to prepare new students for college life.

Academic Options Yes No
Accelerated Degree Program
Transfer Credits Accepted
AP Credit Accepted
IB Credits Accepted
Summer Classes Available
New Student Orientation

Reminder: Morgan State University may have additional academic options available for new and transfering students. Make sure to check with the universty directly for any additional information.

Which Courses Will I Take At Morgan State University?

Morgan State University has a core curriculum, which means there are certain classes or types of classes all students must take to graduate.

Students are not required to fulfill a language requirement

Students are not required to take a computer class to graduate.

Course Required?
2nd Language No
Math true
Science true
Computer No

Reminder: Check with Morgan State University directly for more information on requirements. Individual departments or majors may have additional required courses.

Majors at Morgan State University

When choosing a major, Morgan State University students have several choices to make. Scroll down to the bottom of this page to see a full list of majors offered at Morgan State University.

Student Designed Majors

Students must choose one of the majors offered by the college. Self-designed majors are not allowed.

Senior Projects

Morgan State University does not require students to complete a senior project.

Double Majoring at Morgan State University

Morgan State University offers students the option to double major, if they would like. Student struggling to choose just one area of study may consider a double major.

NOTE: Double majoring may require more work but it can provide a unique combination of experience that helps students stand out when job searching or applying to a graduate program.


Frequently Asked Questions About Morgan State University


Does Morgan State University Have Services For Students With Disabilities?

✅ Morgan State University offers services for students with disabilities.

Prospective students can contact the college's Office of Accessibility Services to learn more about any support and accomodations offered. These conversations are usually kept confidential and will not be shared with the admissions office if you do not wish to share.

Does Morgan State University Offer Online Classes?

✅ Morgan State University has distance learning options for students who are interested in taking classes online.

Does Morgan State University Offer Credit for AP Classes?

✅ Morgan State University offers some credit for Advanced Placement (AP) classes taken in high school. Schools have different requirements for what AP scores they accept, so some students may not receive AP credit.

Does Morgan State University Have An Honors Program?

✅ Morgan State University offers an honors program for highly-qualified applicants, and offers a Freshman Honors College. The Freshman Honors college provides a rich curriculum for highly-motivated first-year students.

Does Morgan State University Require Internships?

🟨 Morgan State University does not require an internship for all students, but does require an internship for students in some majors.


Additional Information About Morgan State University


Morgan State University Library

The main library on campus is the Earl S Richardson Library.

Dual Degree Programs at Morgan State University

A dual degree program allows a student to study and earn two degrees at the same time. A 3-2 dual degree program is a five-year program wherein the first three years are spend taking undergraduate courses and the final two years are spent taking graduate courses. Upon completion of the 5 years, the student will be awarded two degrees, a bachelor's degree and a master's degree.

Morgan State University offers these dual degree programs:

•3-2 dual degree program in engineering in partnership with engineering

•Architecture, teaching arts

ROTC

What is ROTC?

The Reserve Officers' Training Corps, which is also commonly known as ROTC, is a leadership program that prepares students to serve in the U.S. Armed Forces after graduation. College level ROTC programs prepare students to become officers in the military through physical, academic, and leadership training. ROTC programs are part of the college curriculum and usually cover the cost of tuition.

Does Morgan State University have any ROTC programs?

Each branch of the miltary has its own ROTC program, but not every program is available at every school. Possible programs include Army ROTC, Air Force ROTC, and Navy ROTC.

Morgan State University has an Army ROTC program.

Some ROTC programs are provided directly on campus and others are hosted at a cooperating instiution off campus. The ROTC program locations at Morgan State University include:

•an ARMY ROTC branch unit on campus

Keep Reading About Morgan State University

Click below to find out more about the admissions requirements and deadlines, student life, academics, majors and more.

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Morgan State University Majors & Subject Areas

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Quick Facts

Total Enrollment

8,564

Campus Setting

Urban

Acceptance Rate

87%

Tuition and Fees

In State

$8,008

Out-of-State

$18,480

Fall Freshmen
Application Deadline

Apr 15
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