Home to 120,000 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.
Morgan State University
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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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STUDENT PERSPECTIVES
JaVale McBride Morgan State University / Undergraduate, Elementary Education / Pittsburgh, PAWhen 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.”
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
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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.
Large
Each year, Morgan enrolls approximately 8,000 students in programs. The school attracts students from each state and many foreign countries.
Urban
Morgan State is located in Northeast Baltimore City. Students benefit from its suburban feel, beautiful landscape, and easy access to the metropolitan region's best attractions.
Public
Morgan State University is a Carnegie-classified doctoral research institution. Morgan is known for its excellence in teaching, intensive research, public service, and community engagement.