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

Morgan State University, founded in 1867, is a Carnegie-classified high research (R2) institution providing instruction to a multiethnic, multiracial, multinational student body and offering more than 150 academic programs leading to degrees from the baccalaureate to the doctorate. As Maryland’s Preeminent Public Urban Research University, Morgan fulfills its mission to address the needs and challenges of the modern urban environment.

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Morgan State University serves the community, region, state, nation, and world as an intellectual and creative resource, by supporting, empowering, and preparing high-quality, diverse graduates to lead. Through collaborative pursuits, scholarly research, creative endeavors and dedicated public service, the University gives significant priority to addressing societal problems, particularly those prevalent in urban communities.

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

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Explore the Area

The campus, designated as a National Treasure by the National Trust for Historic Preservation, offers a safe and inviting learning environment with easy access to the best the city has to offer: culture, dining, shopping, and sightseeing as well as employment and civic engagement opportunities.

Northwood Commons is located in Northeast Baltimore and features 100,000 square feet of new retail, restaurants, and services. It is anchored by a 35,000 square foot Lidl grocery store, an 11,000 square foot Barnes & Noble College Café.

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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.

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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.