Coppin State University prioritizes campus security by maintaining a dedicated campus police department that operates 24/7, utilizing high-visibility patrols, emergency call boxes, and campus-wide surveillance systems to monitor activity. Like all universities located within major metropolitan centers, the campus integrates into the urban fabric of Baltimore, requiring students to exercise standard city situational awareness. The administration frequently updates safety protocols, provides campus shuttles, and works closely with municipal law enforcement to maintain a secure learning environment.