Morgan State University

Growing the Future, Leading the World

For nearly 150 years, Morgan State University has been providing the next generation of leaders with the knowledge and skills necessary to achieve their individual goals and advance those of society at large. As Maryland’s premier public urban institution, Morgan is very proud of its diversity, attracting students from every state in the U.S. and many foreign countries.

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OUR PLACE IN COLLEGETOWN

From its founding as a private biblical institute to its 2005 classification as a certified Doctoral Research Institution by The Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching, Morgan has served the community with distinction.

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ACADEMIC PROGRAMS

Morgan State is one of the few historically black institutions nationally to offer a comprehensive range of academic programs, in business, engineering, education, architecture, social work, and hospitality management, in addition to those in the arts and sciences and programs leading to the doctorate.

With ten major colleges, plus the School of Graduate Studies and the Clara I. Adams Honor College, Morgan State University has a wide range of academic offerings. Finding a major that is the right fit places you one step closer to making your dreams a reality. Whether you've found your interest or are still trying to figure it out, we are right here to help you.

STUDENT PERSPECTIVES

JaVale McBride Morgan State University / Undergraduate, Elementary Education / Pittsburgh, PA

When you come to college in Baltimore, it may seem like it's so much to take in. But if you find your place on campus, then you don't feel as alone. It takes some courage, but if I wouldn't have done that, I would have been nowhere near where I am today.”

JaVale McBride

Morgan State University / Undergraduate, Elementary Education / Pittsburgh, PA

JaVale's Baltimore | Active Days

JaVale McBride - Undergraduate, Elementary Education and Teaching, Pittsburgh, PA

Follow JaVale from workplace to greenspace! Whether it’s joining a sports league, training for a race, or spending a day on the water, outdoor adventures are closer than you think.

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FAVORITES AROUND MORGAN STATE UNIVERSITY

EAT

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Find Something To Munch On

From new twists on Chesapeake Bay classics to locally sourced Black-owned vegan cuisine, dining in Baltimore is always fresh and inspired. In every neighborhood, you can find affordable menus that are both mouth-watering and photo-worthy.

PLAY

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Spend The Day Out and About

Whether you’re an amateur naturalist, sports fanatic, art enthusiast, or cultural aficionado, you’ll find countless ways to indulge your passion for the great outdoors, sports, art, and entertainment in and around Baltimore.

SHOP

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Discover New Finds And Treasures

Everything you need plus things you didn’t know you’d love - from thrift store treasures to high-end malls. Baltimore offers great shopping year-round, with unique browsing experiences in one-of-a-kind neighborhoods.

REAL WORLD EXPERIENCE

Home to 140,000 students, Baltimore is a vibrant, energetic college town with big city amenities and small town charm. This is where talents are honed, careers are launched, and people and ideas come together. Explore the opportunities Baltimore Collegetown has to offer.