
BGSU is a public university that has a large number of degrees available for students to choose from. The school is located in Bowling Green, OH, in a predominantly rural area. Approximately 18,000 students enroll at BGSU yearly.
Here is a list of some of the popular programs BGSU offers:
- Education
- Liberal Arts And Sciences
- Recreation And Fitness Studies
- Visual And Performing Arts
- Biological And Biomedical Sciences
The admissions process will begin with the submission of an application, school records, and test scores, which are then evaluated by the admissions office. Students may take either the SAT or ACT exam scores to be considered for admissions to this school. A score in a range of 1300 to 1660 on the SAT, or 19 to 24 for the ACT is common among accepted students. BGSU admits approximately 80% of students applying annually. Of those students admitted, nearly 32% enrolled. More information regarding admissions can be found on the school's primary portal or by requesting information here.
Tuition & fees at Bowling Green State University are different for in-state and nonresidents. In-state tuition costs approximately $11,000 per year and out-of-state tuition costing $19,000 per year. School housing is available on-campus for students. The yearly cost of housing is estimated to be $5,200. Some students at Bowling Green State University may qualify for financial aid, which is generally offered as grants or student loans.
The mascot for Bowling Green State University is the "Falcons", and they participate in intercollegiate sports through the NCAA. Available sports offered may include but not limited to:
- Baseball (NCAA Division I-A)
- Basketball (NCAA Division I-A)
- Track & Field (NCAA Division I-A)
- Football (NCAA Division I-A)
For a complete list of academic programs offered, enrollment information, admissions information, and more, please take a look at the school's website at bgsu.edu.
Admission Requirements & Details
The admission details below may give you an idea of the students BGSU accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any college or dual credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- Life Experience Credits
- AP Course Credits
Student Enrollment
Total enrollment at Bowling Green State University is around 17,000 students, where graduate students make up roughly 20% of the student body.
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The average "out of pocket" cost of attendance, after any grants and scholarships are considered, is around $17,500. To calculate a more personalized cost visit the net price calculator. There is also a $45 application fee for students applying to the school. The figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition, fees, and expenses.
Tuition & Fees Information
- Tuition estimates per year:
- State Residents: $9,100-$11,000
- Out-of-State: $17,000-$19,960
- Charges for part-time students are:
- State Residents: $380-$450 per credit unit
- Nonresidents: $690-$830 per credit unit
Financial Aid Details
The financial aid table below details the types of financial aid, along with the percent of students receiving aid, and on average the amount of aid per student per year.
Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
---|---|---|
Any Financial Aid | 96% | - |
Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 84% | $6,890 |
Receiving Student Loans | 70% | $7,307 |
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help students and alumni, Bowling Green State University may provide student services like:- Distance learning
- Night and weekend classes available
- Remedial courses
- Academic counseling for students
- Employing students to lower education costs
- Employment search assistance
Graduation Rates
BGSU has an overall graduation rate which is around 54%.
Number of Year to Graduate | Percent of Entering Class |
---|---|
Students Graduating in 4 Years | 31% |
Graduating in 5 Years | 19% |
Graduating in 6 Years | 3% |
Specialized Programs & Accreditations
- Art and Design Program
- Clinical Psychology (Ph.D.) Program
- Dietetics Program
- Music Program
- Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) Program
- Nursing (MSN, DSN) Program
- Speech-Language Pathology Program
- Elementary and Secondary School Teacher Education Program
- Theatre Program
Intercollegiate Athletics
Bowling Green State University is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports belonging to the NCAA Division I-A classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Baseball (Mid-American Conference)
- Basketball (Mid-American Conference)
- Track and Field (Mid-American Conference)
- Football (Mid-American Conference)
- Golf
- Gymnastics
- Ice Hockey
- Soccer
- Softball
- Swimming
- Tennis
- Track and Field, X-Country
- Volleyball
Programs Offered
The program list below is organized by areas of study. The programs that have a link will direct you to the program's profile page where you can learn more about education requirements and career pathways.

Get more information about the programs offered by Bowling Green State University by clicking the request information to the right.
(C) Certificate or Award | (A) Associate's | (B) Bachelor's | (M) Master's Degree | (D) Doctorate (PhD,...)
Architecture
- Environmental Design, Architecture (B)
- Interior Architecture (B)
Biological and Biomedical Sciences
- Biology (B, D, M)
- Neuroscience (B)
- Microbiology (B)
- Medical Microbiology and Bacteriology
- Bioinformatics
- Biological and Biomedical Sciences
Business and Marketing Studies
- Management Information Systems and Services (B, M)
- Accounting (B)
- Logistics and Supply Chain Management (B)
- Finance (B)
- Advertising and Marketing (B)
- Business Administration (B, M)
- Commerce (B)
- Sales Manager (B)
- International Business (B)
- Operations Management
- Business Economics
- Hospitality Administration and Management
- Tourism and Travel Services Management
- Human Resources
- Organizational Behavior Studies
- Information Systems
- Business Statistics
- Retailing and Retail Operations
- Fashion Merchandising
- Tourism Promotion Operations
Communication Technology
Communications and Journalism
- Communication and Journalism (B)
- Public Relations (B)
- Journalism (B)
- Communications (D, M)
- Broadcast Journalism (B)
Computer and Information Sciences
- Information Science (B)
- Computer (B)
Education
- Kindergarten and Preschool Education (B)
- Teacher Education, Multiple Levels (B)
- Special Education (B)
- Reading Teacher and Literacy Specialist (C, M)
- Middle School Teacher (B)
- Curriculum and Instruction (M)
- College Student Counseling and Personnel Services (M)
- Music Teacher Education (B)
- Teacher and Professional Development (M)
- Guidance Counselor (M)
- Educational Leadership and Administration (C, D, M)
- Business Teacher Education (M)
- ESL (C)
- Physical Education (B)
- Education, Teaching of Individuals with Autism (C)
- Special Education and Teaching (C)
- Higher Education Administration (D)
- Educational and Instructional Media Design (C)
- Teacher Education and Professional Development (C)
- Foreign Language Teacher Education (B)
- Sales and Marketing Operations Teacher Education (B)
- Multicultural Education
- Education, Teaching Individuals with Hearing Impairments
- Early Childhood Education
- Art Teacher Education
- English and Language Arts Teacher Education
- Health Teacher Education
- Mathematics Teacher Education
- Science Teacher
- Social Studies Teacher Education
- Technical Teacher Education
- Biology Teacher Education
- Drama and Dance Teacher Education
- French Language Teacher Education
- History Teacher Education
- Physics Teacher Education
Engineering
- Construction Engineering (B)
- Software Engineering (B, M)
- Computer Engineering (B)
Engineering Technology
- Engineering Management (B, C, M)
- Engineering Technologies (B)
- Industrial Technology (B)
- Electrical and Communications Engineering Technology
- Electromechanical Engineering and Technology
- Quality Control
- Aerospace and Aeronautical Engineering
- Mechanical Technology Technician
- Construction Engineering Technology
- Computer Systems Technology
English Language and Literature
- Rhetoric and Composition (B)
- English (B, D)
- Creative Writing (B, M)
- Technical and Business Writing (C, M)
Ethnic Cultural and Gender Studies
- United States Studies (D, M)
- Women's Studies (B, C)
- Asian Studies (B)
- Ethnic and Cultural Minority Studies (C)
- African Studies (B)
Family and Consumer Sciences
- Family Studies (B)
- Nutrition and Wellness Studies
- Child Development
- Family and Consumer Sciences, Human Sciences
Foreign Languages and Literature
- Spanish Language and Literature (B, M)
- German Language and Literature (B, M)
- French Language and Literature (B, M)
- Russian Language and Literature (B)
- Classical Languages, Literatures and Linguistics
- Latin Language and Literature
Health and Clinical Professions
- Health and Wellness, General (B, M)
- Nursing (B)
- Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences (B)
- Dietetics and Clinical Nutrition Services (B)
- Communication Disorders (B, D, M)
- Healthcare Administration (B)
- Assistive Technology and Rehabiliation Engineering (M)
- Athletic Training (B)
- Mental Health Counseling (M)
- Medical Technology (B)
- Community Health and Preventive Medicine (B)
- Long Term Care Administration (B)
- Respiratory Therapy (B)
- Environmental Health
- Vocational Rehabilitation Counseling
- Dietetics
History
- History (B, D, M)
- Public and Applied History and Archival Administration (C)
Interdisciplinary Studies
- Gerontology (B, M)
- Nutrition (C, M)
- International and Global Studies (B)
- Intercultural, Multicultural and Diversity Studies (M)
Legal Professions and Studies
- Pre-Law Studies
Liberal Arts and Sciences
- Liberal Arts (B)
Mathematics and Statistics
- Statistics (D, M)
- Math (B, D, M)
Natural Resources and Conservation
- Natural Resources Management and Policy (B)
Philosophy and Religious Studies
- Philosophy (B, M)
- Philosophy and Religious Studies (D)
Physical Sciences
- Forensic Chemistry (B)
- Physics (B, M)
- Geology (M)
- Paleontology (B)
- Chemistry (D, M)
- Geological and Earth Sciences, Geosciences
Psychology
- Psychology (B, D, M)
- Educational Psychology
Public Administration and Social Services
- Social Work (B)
- Public Administration (M)
Recreation and Fitness Studies
- Sports Management (B)
- Parks and Recreation (B)
- Sports Medicine
- Health and Physical Education, Fitness
Security and Protective Services
- Criminal Justice (B)
- Fire Services Administration (B)
Social Sciences
- Political Science (B)
- Sociology (B, D, M)
- Economics (B, M)
- Criminology (M)
- Geography (B)
- Applied Economics (B)
- Demography and Population Studies
- International Relations
Transportation and Materials Moving
- Aviation (B)
Visual and Performing Arts
- Fine Arts and Studio Arts (B)
- Film Studies (B)
- Music Performance (B, C, M)
- Fashion Design (B)
- Digital Arts (B)
- Design and Visual Communications (B, M)
- Drama and Theatre Arts (B, D, M)
- Music Theory and Composition (B, M)
- Music (B, D)
- Music Pedagogy (M)
- Dance (B)
- Music History, Literature, and Theory (M)
- Art History (B)
- Musicology and Ethnomusicology (B, M)
- Commercial and Advertising Art
- Art Studies
- Fine Arts and Art Studies
- Piano and Organ
- Voice and Opera
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