Bowling Green State University-Main Campus (BGSU) is a four-year, public school located in Bowling Green, OH. It is classified as Research University with high research activity by Carnegie Classification, also known as R2 University. You can compare their tuition and admission statistics at R2 University comparison page.

The BGSU's 2024 tuition & fees is $13,390 for Ohio residents and $21,378 for out-of-state students for the academic year 2023-2024. 77% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $8,761.

For the academic year 2022-2023, the school has a total enrollment of 16,920 and the students to faculty ratio is 17 to 1 (5.88%).

BGSU's acceptance rate is 81.00% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 21.00%. The median SAT scores is 1110 and the ACT socre is 22.

BGSU ranked 258th in National Universities and 33rd in Ohio Colleges rankings. Bowling Green State University-Main Campus is accredited by Higher Learning Commission.

2024 Tuition & Fees and 2025 Estimation

For undergraduate programs, the 2024 tuition & fees of Bowling Green State University-Main Campus is $13,390 for in-state students and $21,378 for out-of-state students. For graduate programs, its 2024 tuition & fees is $10,291 for in-state students and $16,283 for out-of-state students.

The estimated 2025 tuition & fees for prospective students is $13,146 for Ohio residents and $21,627 for out-of-state students based on the current year tuition changes from last year. The estimated 2025 graduate school tuition & fees is $10,291 for Ohio residents and $16,283 for out-of-state students.

In-StateOut-of-State
Undergraduate$13,390$21,378
Graduate$10,291$16,283
In-StateOut-of-State
Undergraduate$13,146$21,627
Graduate$10,291$16,283

The estimation for 2024-2025 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.


Admission Key Statistics

Acceptance Rate »81.00% Acceptance Rate / 21.00% Yield
Test Scores »1,110 SAT / 22 ACT
Graduation Rate »61%
Transfer-out Rate23%
Retention Rate77%(full-time), 57% (part-time)
Student to Faculty Ratio5.88% (17 to 1)
Student Population »16,920 (13,853 undergraduate)
Average Financial Aid »$8,761

Data source: IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System), College Scorecard

Learning Opportunities and Campus Services

Bowling Green State University-Main Campus offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for both undergraduate and graduate programs. It has ROTC programs and offers teacher certification programs designed to prepare students to meet the requirements for certification as teachers.

Special Learning Opportunities at BGSU
Learning Opportunities
ROTCArmy, Air Force
Weekend/Evening CollegeYes
Teacher CertificationYes
Study AbroadYes
On-Campus Services
Academic/career counseling serviceYes
Employment services for studentsYes
Placement services for completersYes
On-campus day care for students' childrenNo

Bowling Green State University-Main Campus Directory Information

Address220 McFall Ctr, Bowling Green, OH 43403
Phone418-372-5526
WEBSchool's Website
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Online ApplicationApply Online
Financial AidDeadlines and Applications
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Veterans TuitionVeterans Benefit Information
Disability ServiceDisability Services
School Typefour-year, public
Carnegie CategoryResearch University (high research activity)
Highest Degree OfferedDoctor's degree

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