BGSU Academic Snapshot
Admission Selectiveness:
- Admission Rate: 80.96%. Not very selective
- SAT Average: 1110. Average SAT scores, indicating a moderately competitive applicant pool.
Tuition Overview:
- In-State Tuition: $13,912
- Out-of-State Tuition: $21,900
- In-state tuition is affordable, while out-of-state tuition is higher, as is typical for public institutions.
Student Population at BGSU:
- Total Enrollment: 17,594, including 2,479 online students
- 14,783 Undergraduate, 2,811 Graduate
- Gender Distribution: 42.8% men, 57.2% women.
- This is a large institution, providing extensive academic options and vibrant campus life.
Graduation & Retention Rate
- Graduation Rate: 64%. Moderate graduation rate, typical for many institutions.
- Transfer-Out Rate: 21%. Some students transfer out, which is common in higher education.
- First-Year Retention Rate: 82%. Good retention, typical for many institutions.
Programs & Degrees Offered
- Programs Offered: 211 academic programs available.
- Online Programs: 31 programs available fully online.
- Graduate Programs: 77 graduate-level programs offered.
- Special Programs: Health Professions.
- Degrees Awarded: Certificate, Bachelor's, Master's, Doctor's.
BGSU Overview
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 tuition & fees is $13,912 for Ohio residents and $21,900 for out-of-state students for the academic year 2024-2025. 70% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $10,060.
The school has a total enrollment of 17,594 and the students to faculty ratio is 17 to 1 (5.88%).
BGSU's acceptance rate is 80.96% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 20.56%. The median SAT score is 1110 and the ACT score 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.
2025 Tuition & Fees and 2026 Estimation
For undergraduate programs, the 2025 tuition & fees of Bowling Green State University-Main Campus is $13,912 for in-state students and $21,900 for out-of-state students. For graduate programs, its 2025 tuition & fees is $10,291 for in-state students and $16,283 for out-of-state students.
The estimated 2026 tuition & fees for prospective students is $14,454 for Ohio residents and $22,435 for out-of-state students based on the current year tuition changes from last year. The estimated 2026 graduate school tuition & fees is $10,291 for Ohio residents and $16,283 for out-of-state students.
| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $13,912 | $21,900 |
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| Graduate | $10,291 | $16,283 |
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| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $14,454 | $22,435 |
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| Graduate | $10,291 | $16,283 |
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The estimation for 2025-2026 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.
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 |
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| ROTC | Army, Air Force |
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| Weekend/Evening College | No |
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| Teacher Certification | Yes |
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| Study Abroad | Yes |
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| On-Campus Services |
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| Academic/career counseling service | Yes |
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| Employment services for students | Yes |
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| Placement services for completers | Yes |
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| On-campus day care for students' children | No |
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