Morgan State University: Crime & Safety

Overall Rating:Overall Ranking - Very GoodQuality:Education Quality Rating - OustandingSafety:Capmus Safety Rating - PoorCosts:Tuition & Fees Cost Rating - Very Good

ReviewMajors / RatingsTuition / LoansFaculty / SalariesCampus CrimeAdmissions

Morgan State University LogoD Morgan State University is a public school in Baltimore, Maryland with about 9,100 students and 2,240 employees.

Our Safety Report for this school is based on the US Department of Education 2023 public data sets for various categories of violent and non-violent crimes committed both on-campus and off-campus over the last three years.

Safety Evaluation

According to our analysis of the government data, Morgan State University is a relatively dangerous place. American School Search gives this school grade "D" on safety.

From our perception of the data, there are certain problems with forcible sex offenses and aggravated assaults.

If you are an official at Morgan State University and you would like to provide additional details or express a different perspective on your college safety, please Contact Us and we will publish your point of view (up to 1,000 characters) on this page.

Get more details and analysis about this college from Morgan State University Review. Additionally, you might want to check our ratings for the 100 Safest and for the 100 Most Dangerous colleges in the US or learn about American School Search Safety Reports.

Criminal Offenses at Morgan State University in 2020 - 2022

Alleged criminal offenses reported to campus security authorities and/or local police
Does not necessarily reflect prosecutions or convictions for crime


Type of Crime or Arrest
On-campus
Off-campus
Crime Chance*

Murder
0
1
0.0%

Neglient Manslaughter
0
0
0.0%

Forcible Sex Offense
4
0
0.2%

Nonforcible Sex Offense
0
0
0.0%

Robbery
4
2
0.2%

Aggravated Assault
10
0
0.3%

Burglary
6
3
0.3%

Motor Vehicle Theft
2
0
0.1%

Arson
0
0
0.0%

Illegal Weapons Possession
3
0
0.2%

Drug Law Violation
0
0
0.0%

Liquor Law Violation
0
0
0.0%

* Crime Chance is American School Search's subjective and approximate estimate for a student's chance of experiencing this crime during their study at Morgan State University based on the present enrollment, past crime history, current crime trend, and an assumption that the school reports accurate numbers to the government. Safety Grade is American School Search's subjective evaluation of Morgan State University campus safety based on the same criteria and assumption.

Need to File a Complaint?

If you have been discriminated or abused at Morgan State University, or you believe that this college underreports campus crime statistics, then please consider filing a complaint with US Department of Education.

As of May 1st, 2014, fifty five colleges are under investigation for possible violations of federal law over the handling of sexual violence and harassment complaints. Many of those schools are frequent guests in our exclusive 100 Most Dangerous Colleges list.

Safety in Competing Colleges

University of Maryland GlobalUniversity of Maryland GlobalAdelphi, MD
Roughly 55,900 students. Generally safe campus. Our rating for campus security is B.

University of Maryland College ParkUniversity of Maryland College ParkCollege Park, MD
Approximately 40,800 students. Very dangerous campus. Apparent problems with forcible sex offenses. Our mark for campus security is D-. ACT 32 to enroll.

American Public University SystemAmerican Public University SystemCharles Town, WV
Approximately 48,700 students. Safe campus. Our grade for campus security is A.

George Mason UniversityGeorge Mason UniversityFairfax, VA
About 39,100 students. Dangerous campus. Our rating for campus security is D+. ACT 28 to enroll.

Temple UniversityTemple UniversityPhiladelphia, PA
About 33,200 students. Dangerous campus. Our grade for campus security is D+. SAT 1110, ACT 24 to enroll.

Rowan UniversityRowan UniversityGlassboro, NJ
Over 19,600 students. Very dangerous campus. Alleged problems with forcible sex offenses. Our rating for campus security is F. SAT 1150, ACT 27 to enroll.

University of PennsylvaniaUniversity of PennsylvaniaPhiladelphia, PA
More than 28,300 students. Unsafe campus. Our mark for campus security: C-. SAT 1530, ACT 35 to enroll.

Johns Hopkins UniversityJohns Hopkins UniversityBaltimore, MD
About 31,300 students. Unsafe campus. Our rating for campus security is C-. SAT 1530, ACT 35 to enroll.

George Washington UniversityGeorge Washington UniversityWashington, DC
Around 26,000 students. Very dangerous campus. Our mark for campus security is D-. SAT 1380, ACT 33 to enroll.

University of DelawareUniversity of DelawareNewark, DE
Around 24,100 students. Very dangerous campus. Our rating for campus security is D-. SAT 1250, ACT 29 to enroll.

Other Nearby Colleges



Notre Dame of Maryland UniversityNotre Dame of Maryland UniversityBaltimore, MD
Approximately 1,800 students. Safe campus. Our grade for campus security is A. ACT 26 to enroll.

Loyola University MarylandLoyola University MarylandBaltimore, MD
Approximately 5,300 students. Very dangerous campus. Disappointing statistics for forcible sex offenses. Our grade for campus security: F. ACT 30 to enroll.

Maryland Institute College of ArtMaryland Institute College of ArtBaltimore, MD
Roughly 2,000 students. Very dangerous campus. Our mark for campus security is D-. SAT 1150, ACT 20 to enroll.

University of BaltimoreUniversity of BaltimoreBaltimore, MD
Around 3,300 students. Safe campus. Our mark for campus security is A. SAT 970, ACT 25 to enroll.

Towson UniversityTowson UniversityTowson, MD
About 19,800 students. Very dangerous campus. Apparent problems with forcible sex offenses. Our rating for campus security: F. SAT 1100, ACT 22 to enroll.

Baltimore Studio of Hair DesignBaltimore Studio of Hair DesignBaltimore, MD
More than 100 students. Safe campus. Our grade for campus security is A.

Fortis Institute TowsonFortis Institute TowsonTowson, MD
Roughly 400 students. Safe campus. Our grade for campus security: A.

Baltimore City Community CollegeBaltimore City Community CollegeBaltimore, MD
Around 3,600 students. Safe campus. Our rating for campus security is A.

University of Maryland BaltimoreUniversity of Maryland BaltimoreBaltimore, MD
About 7,000 students. Very dangerous campus. Our mark for campus security is D-.

Coppin State UniversityCoppin State UniversityBaltimore, MD
More than 2,100 students. Dangerous campus. Our mark for campus security: D+. ACT 20 to enroll.

Goucher CollegeGoucher CollegeBaltimore, MD
Around 1,800 students. Very dangerous campus. Our grade for campus security: D-. ACT 30 to enroll.

Maryland Beauty Academy of EssexMaryland Beauty Academy of EssexBaltimore, MD
More than 100 students. Safe campus. Our mark for campus security is A.

Baltimore Beauty & Barber SchoolBaltimore Beauty & Barber SchoolBaltimore, MD
Roughly 300 students. Safe campus. Our mark for campus security is A.

Community College of Baltimore CountyCommunity College of Baltimore CountyBaltimore, MD
More than 15,400 students. Generally safe campus. Our mark for campus security: B.

All State Career BaltimoreAll State Career BaltimoreBaltimore, MD
Roughly 500 students. Safe campus. Our rating for campus security is A.

Quick College Search

Click to Search Colleges
search by college name, city, or state

Similar Programs in Maryland

Accounting and Finance
Our directory contains 31 accounting and finance schools and colleges in Baltimore, Westminster, Frederick, Emmitsburg, Princess Anne, College Park, Largo, and 19 other cities. Approximately 2,100 accounting and finance diplomas are granted each year. Average tuition for accounting and finance programs in MD - $25,900.

Architecture
Our listing contains 7 architecture schools and colleges in Baltimore, Wye Mills, College Park, Rockville, Frederick, and Arnold. About 300 architecture degrees are awarded every year. Average tuition for architecture programs in MD is around $26,400.

Art
We reviewed 29 art schools and colleges in Baltimore, Frederick, Salisbury, College Park, Princess Anne, Bel Air, Hagerstown, and 15 other cities. Around 900 art degrees are awarded each year. Average tuition for art programs in MD is approximately $30,800.

Biology
Read about 32 biology schools and colleges in Baltimore, Westminster, Frederick, College Park, Owings Mills, Wye Mills, Bel Air, and 19 more cities. About 4,400 biology degrees are granted every academic year. Average tuition for biology programs in MD - $41,400.

Broadcasting
Our listing contains 20 broadcasting schools and colleges in Baltimore, Cumberland, Bowie, Towson, Arnold, La Plata, Columbia, and 10 more cities. About 800 broadcasting degrees are granted every academic year. Average tuition for broadcasting programs in MD is about $26,300.

Business
Learn about 40 business schools and colleges in Baltimore, Westminster, Salisbury, Frederick, College Park, Largo, Takoma Park, and 23 more cities. Approximately 9,700 business degrees are granted each year. Average tuition for business programs in MD: $23,400.

Chemistry
Read about 31 chemistry schools and colleges in Baltimore, Westminster, Columbia, Rockville, Bowie, North East, Arnold, and 19 other cities. Around 1,200 chemistry diplomas and certificates are awarded every academic year. Average tuition for chemistry programs in MD is approximately $41,400.

Communication and Journalism
Learn about 28 communication and journalism schools and colleges in Baltimore, Columbia, Rockville, Bowie, Largo, Arnold, Frederick, and 17 other cities. About 2,300 communication and journalism degrees are awarded each year. Average tuition for communication and journalism programs in MD: $30,500.

Computer Science
Read about 42 computer science schools and colleges in Baltimore, Salisbury, Frederick, Westminster, Adelphi, Columbia, Laurel, and 26 more cities. Around 11,100 computer science degrees are granted every year. Average tuition for computer science programs in MD: $23,000.

Construction
Learn about 12 construction schools and colleges in Baltimore, Laurel, Frederick, Largo, Columbia, Arnold, Rockville, La Plata, and College Park. About 200 construction diplomas and certificates are awarded each year. Average tuition for construction programs in MD: $18,100.

Economics
Get the details about 18 economics schools and colleges in Baltimore, Saint Mary's City, Emmitsburg, Takoma Park, Frostburg, College Park, Westminster, and 9 other cities. About 1,600 economics diplomas and certificates are granted every year. Average tuition for economics programs in MD - $42,600.

Education
We list 41 education schools and colleges in Baltimore, Frederick, Laurel, Bel Air, Westminster, Salisbury, Frostburg, and 23 other cities. Approximately 5,300 education diplomas are granted each year. Average tuition for education programs in MD - $35,300.

Engineering
We list 28 engineering schools and colleges in Baltimore, College Park, Laurel, Wye Mills, Arnold, Hagerstown, Rockville, and 18 more cities. Around 4,300 engineering diplomas and certificates are granted each year. Average tuition for engineering programs in MD: $41,700.

English and Literature
We reviewed 35 English and literature schools and colleges in Baltimore, Westminster, Frederick, College Park, Owings Mills, Wye Mills, Bel Air, and 21 more cities. Approximately 1,100 English and literature diplomas are awarded every year. Average tuition for English and literature programs in MD is around $32,900.

Ethnic and Cultural Studies
We list 14 ethnic and cultural studies schools and colleges in Baltimore, Chestertown, Adelphi, Towson, Frederick, Saint Mary's City, College Park, and 7 more cities. About 300 ethnic and cultural studies diplomas and certificates are granted each academic year. Average tuition for ethnic and cultural studies programs in MD - $32,900.

General Studies
We list 44 general studies schools and colleges in Baltimore, Salisbury, Annapolis, Frederick, Laurel, Westminster, College Park, and 25 more cities. Around 10,500 general studies diplomas are awarded every academic year. Average tuition for general studies programs in MD is roughly $13,200.

Graphic Design and Animation
Our listing contains 13 graphic design and animation schools and colleges in Baltimore, North East, Bowie, Arnold, Rockville, Hagerstown, Bel Air, and 7 other cities. About 500 graphic design and animation degrees are granted every academic year. Average tuition for graphic design and animation programs in MD is roughly $28,600.

History
Our directory contains 23 history schools and colleges in Baltimore, Frederick, Westminster, Chestertown, Salisbury, Annapolis, Owings Mills, and 13 other cities. Around 600 history diplomas and certificates are granted each academic year. Average tuition for history programs in MD is around $29,000.

Interior Design
Our directory contains 6 interior design schools and colleges in Baltimore, Bel Air, Rockville, College Park, and Arnold. About 100 interior design diplomas are awarded each academic year. Average tuition for interior design programs in MD is roughly $13,200.

Laboratory Assistance
We reviewed 17 laboratory assistance schools and colleges in Baltimore, Salisbury, La Plata, Cumberland, Rockville, Hagerstown, Columbia, and 9 more cities. Around 300 laboratory assistance degrees are awarded each academic year. Average tuition for laboratory assistance programs in MD is roughly $12,200.

Library and Museum
Learn about 5 library and museum schools and colleges in Baltimore, College Park, and Westminster. Around 300 library and museum diplomas and certificates are granted each academic year. Average tuition for library and museum programs in MD - $48,900.

Management
Get the details about 40 management schools and colleges in Baltimore, Westminster, Salisbury, Frederick, Adelphi, Cumberland, McHenry, and 23 more cities. About 9,500 management diplomas and certificates are granted each year. Average tuition for management programs in MD - $22,800.

Marketing and Advertising
Get the details about 20 marketing and advertising schools and colleges in Baltimore, Adelphi, North East, Hagerstown, Westminster, College Park, Princess Anne, and 11 more cities. About 600 marketing and advertising diplomas are granted every year. Average tuition for marketing and advertising programs in MD is about $25,100.

Mathematics
We list 32 mathematics schools and colleges in Baltimore, Westminster, Frederick, Columbia, Rockville, Bowie, North East, and 19 other cities. Around 1,300 mathematics diplomas and certificates are awarded each year. Average tuition for mathematics programs in MD is approximately $43,700.

Medical
Read about 41 medical schools and colleges in Baltimore, Frederick, Westminster, Salisbury, Laurel, Bowie, La Plata, and 24 more cities. Approximately 6,400 medical diplomas and certificates are awarded each academic year. Average tuition for medical programs in MD is approximately $39,400.

Medical Assistant
We reviewed 32 medical assistant schools and colleges in Baltimore, Salisbury, Towson, Cumberland, North East, Wye Mills, Bel Air, and 19 more cities. About 1,600 medical assistant diplomas are awarded every academic year. Average tuition for medical assistant programs in MD - $15,800.

Music
Get the details about 24 music schools and colleges in Baltimore, Frederick, Westminster, North East, Emmitsburg, Towson, Chestertown, and 11 more cities. About 600 music degrees are awarded every academic year. Average tuition for music programs in MD: $42,400.

Natural Resources and Environment
Get the details about 28 natural resources and environment schools and colleges in Baltimore, College Park, McHenry, Wye Mills, La Plata, Salisbury, Frederick, and 19 more cities. Around 1,000 natural resources and environment diplomas are granted each academic year. Average tuition for natural resources and environment programs in MD is around $37,900.

Nursing
Learn about 28 nursing schools and colleges in Baltimore, Frederick, Salisbury, Arnold, Hagerstown, Towson, Cumberland, and 17 more cities. Around 4,400 nursing degrees are awarded each academic year. Average tuition for nursing programs in MD is roughly $25,400.

Occupational Therapy
Our listing contains 30 occupational therapy schools and colleges in Baltimore, Laurel, Salisbury, Frederick, Emmitsburg, Princess Anne, College Park, and 19 more cities. Around 1,200 occupational therapy degrees are awarded every academic year. Average tuition for occupational therapy programs in MD - $25,200.

Philosophy
Read about 17 philosophy schools and colleges in Baltimore, Salisbury, Frederick, Chestertown, Westminster, Saint Mary's City, Emmitsburg, and 7 other cities. About 200 philosophy diplomas are granted each academic year. Average tuition for philosophy programs in MD is roughly $39,400.

Physics
Learn about 25 physics schools and colleges in Baltimore, Westminster, College Park, Takoma Park, Rockville, Frostburg, Chestertown, and 14 more cities. About 700 physics diplomas and certificates are granted each academic year. Average tuition for physics programs in MD is approximately $44,800.

Political Science
We list 22 political science schools and colleges in Baltimore, Frederick, Chestertown, Takoma Park, Annapolis, Laurel, Emmitsburg, and 12 more cities. Approximately 2,100 political science diplomas and certificates are awarded every year. Average tuition for political science programs in MD is approximately $44,600.

Psychology
Learn about 36 psychology schools and colleges in Baltimore, Frederick, Westminster, Salisbury, Bowie, La Plata, Takoma Park, and 20 more cities. Around 4,300 psychology diplomas and certificates are granted every year. Average tuition for psychology programs in MD is around $29,200.

Resort and Hospitality
Get the details about 13 resort and hospitality schools and colleges in Baltimore, Rockville, La Plata, Cumberland, Wye Mills, Arnold, Princess Anne, and 9 other cities. About 100 resort and hospitality diplomas and certificates are granted each year. Average tuition for resort and hospitality programs in MD is approximately $11,900.

Social Work
Read about 21 social work schools and colleges in Baltimore, Frederick, North East, Westminster, Salisbury, Largo, College Park, and 10 more cities. Approximately 2,200 social work degrees are awarded every year. Average tuition for social work programs in MD: $25,600.

Sociology and Anthropology
Read about 21 sociology and anthropology schools and colleges in Baltimore, Princess Anne, Emmitsburg, Westminster, Bowie, Salisbury, Frostburg, and 10 other cities. Around 1,300 sociology and anthropology diplomas and certificates are granted each year. Average tuition for sociology and anthropology programs in MD is roughly $35,100.

Theater and Drama
Learn about 20 theater and drama schools and colleges in Baltimore, Westminster, North East, College Park, Towson, Bel Air, Rockville, and 11 other cities. Approximately 300 theater and drama diplomas are awarded every academic year. Average tuition for theater and drama programs in MD is around $23,100.

Urban Development
Read about 10 urban development schools and colleges in Baltimore, Salisbury, College Park, Wye Mills, Princess Anne, Towson, and Frostburg. Approximately 100 urban development diplomas and certificates are awarded each year. Average tuition for urban development programs in MD is approximately $36,600.

Work and Family Studies
Our listing contains 24 work and family studies schools and colleges in Baltimore, Frederick, Largo, Westminster, Salisbury, College Park, Owings Mills, and 16 more cities. Approximately 500 work and family studies diplomas and certificates are awarded every academic year. Average tuition for work and family studies programs in MD - $22,800.