Overview
Enrollment
| Location | Bowling Green, Ohio |
| Online | bgsu.edu |
| School Type | Public 4 Year |
| Setting | Distant Town |
| Size | Mid-size |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Bowling Green State University's main campus occupies 1,338 acres in Bowling Green, Ohio, located 25 miles south of Toledo in the state's northwest region. Founded in 1910 as a teacher training institution, BGSU has evolved into a comprehensive public university featuring a mix of traditional and modern architecture across its suburban campus. The university maintains strong academic programs in education, business, and media and communication, with its broadcast journalism program being particularly well-regarded. BGSU offers comprehensive on-campus housing options including traditional residence halls and suite-style accommodations, with first-year students required to live on campus. As a member of the Mid-American Conference, the BGSU Falcons compete in NCAA Division I athletics, with the university's hockey program competing in the Central Collegiate Hockey Association.
Ratings
Overall
Academics
Resources
Outcomes
Value
BGSU is rated within the lower 43% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 5 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for Bowling Green State University Main Campus within the 2024 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#728 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#256 in Best Public Colleges in the U.S.
#32 in Best Colleges in Ohio
#6 in Best Public Colleges in Ohio
#44 in Best Value Colleges in Ohio
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 990/1200 |
| ACT | 20/25 |
| GPA | 3.6 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Jul 15, 2025 |
| Applicant Competition | Very Low |
| Application Fee | $45 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Ohio Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $710 |
| Other Fees | $2,367 |
| Room and Board | $12,584 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $3,460 |
| Total One Year Cost | $30,393 |
Out of State Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $710 |
| Other Fees | $2,367 |
| Room and Board | $12,584 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $3,460 |
| Total One Year Cost | $38,966 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Education | 19% |
| Business | 14% |
| Visual and Performing Arts | 10% |
| Health Professions | 9% |
| Recreation, Leisure and Fitness Studies | 6% |
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Questions and Answers
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Last updated February 24, 2024