Bowling Green State University-Main Campus is a public 4-year college in Bowling Green, Ohio with 12,812 undergraduates. It admits 81% of applicants, costs an average of $21,453 a year after grants and graduates 66% of its students.
Figures from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, released October 15, 2026. What each number covers.
Bowling Green State University-Main Campus acceptance rate and admissions
Bowling Green State University-Main Campus admitted 81% of applicants for fall 2024. The median acceptance rate at 4-year colleges is 77%.
Test scores: Considered but not required (as reported for fall 2024 admission). That means you can apply without SAT or ACT scores. Check the admissions office for the current policy.
The colored band is the middle 50% of enrolled students in fall 2024 (reading and writing 500 to 610, math 500 to 600). The tick marks the typical 4-year college. Check how your scores fit.
Bowling Green State University-Main Campus application deadlines 2026-27
| Round | Deadline |
|---|---|
| Early action | Feb 18, 2027 |
| Rolling admission | Applications reviewed as they arrive |
Next deadline: Early action, Feb 18, 2027. Application fee through the Common App: $45 for U.S. applicants ($75 for international applicants). Confirm dates on Bowling Green State University-Main Campus’s admissions page; see every college on the deadline calendar.
Source: Common App 2026-27 first-year deadlines, fees and requirements grid, updated Sep 25, 2026.
Bowling Green State University-Main Campus tuition, cost and net price
| Tuition and fees, in-state (2025-26) | $14,892 |
|---|---|
| Tuition and fees, out-of-state (2025-26) | $22,880 |
| On-campus housing and food (2025-26) | $13,430 |
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $31,674 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $21,453 |
Students who get federal aid pay an average of $21,453 a year after grants and scholarships, $10,221 less than the full cost of attendance. This figure covers in-state students.
What families pay, by income
Average yearly cost after grants for aided first-time students paying in-state tuition, by family income (2024-25):
Your own price depends on your family's full situation. Run Bowling Green State University-Main Campus's net price calculator for a personal estimate, or make a "what it costs us" card.
Bowling Green State University-Main Campus graduation rate, earnings and debt
- 66% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years (students who started in 2019).
- Former students earned a median of $52,269 a year, 10 years after they started (students who received federal aid and were working).
- Students who completed left with a median of $23,250 in federal student loans.
Earnings compared
Debt compared
Median debt is 44% of median earnings 10 years after entry. Many advisers suggest keeping total student debt below one year of expected pay. See the monthly payment.
Bowling Green State University-Main Campus majors and what graduates earn
Bowling Green State University-Main Campus awarded bachelor's degrees in 76 fields recently. The best-paid graduates four years out came from computer engineering ($93,626).
All 76 majors at Bowling Green State University-Main Campus
Four-year earnings: graduates of 2017-18 and 2018-19, measured in 2022 and 2023, in 2024 dollars. Fields with few graduates have no published earnings.
Graduate programs at Bowling Green State University-Main Campus
63 graduate programs awarded degrees recently. Largest first.
Show 63 graduate programs
| Program | Degree | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Business administration | Master's | 230 | $82,274 | $30,750 |
| Curriculum and Instruction | Master's | 71 | $54,594 | $23,727 |
| Physical and occupational therapy | Master's | 71 | $54,506 | $29,110 |
| Music | Master's | 64 | $52,331 | $29,287 |
| Teacher education by subject | Master's | 54 | $56,540 | $23,405 |
| Engineering-Related Fields | Master's | 39 | n/a | n/a |
| Rhetoric and Composition/Writing Studies | Master's | 38 | $51,349 | n/a |
| Criminology | Master's | 37 | $53,670 | $25,034 |
| Education leadership | Master's | 33 | $59,610 | $26,297 |
| Graphic and industrial design | Master's | 32 | $53,177 | $25,379 |
| Mental health counseling | Master's | 32 | $48,969 | $44,400 |
| Speech-language pathology | Master's | 28 | $59,007 | $38,242 |
| Computer engineering | Master's | 26 | n/a | n/a |
| Business analytics and operations research | Master's | 23 | n/a | n/a |
| School counseling and student services | Master's | 22 | $45,489 | $25,604 |
| Nutrition Sciences | Master's | 22 | $53,592 | $27,716 |
| Biology | Master's | 21 | $47,379 | n/a |
| Social work | Master's | 21 | $52,013 | $25,113 |
| Communication | Master's | 17 | $56,465 | n/a |
| Geology and earth sciences | Master's | 17 | n/a | n/a |
| Chemistry | Master's | 16 | n/a | n/a |
| Education leadership | Doctoral | 15 | $75,125 | n/a |
| Public administration | Master's | 14 | $56,042 | $24,607 |
| Applied Statistics | Master's | 13 | n/a | n/a |
| Kinesiology and exercise science | Master's | 13 | $41,116 | n/a |
| Psychology | Doctoral | 12 | $73,558 | n/a |
| Economics | Master's | 12 | n/a | n/a |
| Architecture | Master's | 11 | n/a | n/a |
| History | Master's | 11 | $40,881 | n/a |
| Mathematics | Master's | 10 | n/a | n/a |
| Intercultural/Multicultural and Diversity Studies | Master's | 10 | n/a | n/a |
| Chemistry | Doctoral | 10 | n/a | n/a |
| Physics | Master's | 9 | n/a | n/a |
| Psychology | Master's | 9 | n/a | n/a |
| Allied health (PA, radiography, therapy and more) | Master's | 8 | n/a | n/a |
| English | Doctoral | 7 | n/a | n/a |
| Communication | Doctoral | 6 | n/a | n/a |
| Systems Engineering | Master's | 6 | n/a | n/a |
| Data science | Master's | 6 | n/a | n/a |
| Biology | Doctoral | 5 | n/a | n/a |
| Statistics | Doctoral | 5 | n/a | n/a |
| Gerontology | Master's | 5 | n/a | n/a |
| Philosophy | Master's | 5 | n/a | n/a |
| Sociology | Master's | 5 | n/a | n/a |
| Sociology | Doctoral | 5 | n/a | n/a |
| Business administration | Doctoral | 5 | n/a | n/a |
| Area Studies | Doctoral | 4 | n/a | n/a |
| Romance languages | Master's | 4 | n/a | n/a |
| Data science | Doctoral | 4 | n/a | n/a |
| Germanic Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics | Master's | 3 | n/a | n/a |
| Mathematics | Doctoral | 3 | n/a | n/a |
| Philosophy and Religious Studies, Other | Doctoral | 3 | n/a | n/a |
| Theater | Master's | 3 | n/a | n/a |
| Health administration | Master's | 3 | n/a | n/a |
| Area Studies | Master's | 2 | n/a | n/a |
| Interdisciplinary studies, other | Master's | 2 | n/a | n/a |
| Music | Doctoral | 2 | n/a | n/a |
| Theater | Doctoral | 1 | n/a | n/a |
| Speech-language pathology | Doctoral | 1 | n/a | n/a |
| Finance | Master's | 1 | n/a | n/a |
| Marketing | Master's | 1 | n/a | n/a |
| Data analytics | Master's | 0 | n/a | n/a |
| Accounting | Master's | 0 | $71,496 | $20,500 |
Students and location
- 12,812 degree-seeking undergraduates (fall 2024)
- 57% women, 43% men
- 17 students for every faculty member
- Setting: town near a city
- Accredited by Higher Learning Commission
Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at Bowling Green State University-Main Campus?
Bowling Green State University-Main Campus admitted 81% of applicants for fall 2024, according to the U.S. Department of Education.
How much does Bowling Green State University-Main Campus cost?
Tuition and fees for 2025-26 are $14,892 for in-state students and $22,880 for out-of-state students. After grants and scholarships, aided students paid an average net price of $21,453 a year in 2024-25.
What SAT score do you need for Bowling Green State University-Main Campus?
The middle 50% of enrolled students scored 500 to 610 in reading and writing and 500 to 600 in math, and 19 to 26 on the ACT. Scores inside these ranges are typical for admitted students.
Is Bowling Green State University-Main Campus test-optional?
For fall 2024 admission, Bowling Green State University-Main Campus reported that test scores were: considered but not required. Policies change, so confirm with the admissions office.
What is the graduation rate at Bowling Green State University-Main Campus?
66% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years.
How much do Bowling Green State University-Main Campus graduates make?
Former students who received federal aid earned a median of $52,269 a year 10 years after they started, in 2024 dollars.
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Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard, data release of October 15, 2026. What each figure means and the year it covers.