Bowling Green State University
Public university · Bowling Green, OH · 12,812 undergraduates
Acceptance rate, SAT and ACT scores, cost, and financial aid
Acceptance rate
81%
Accessible
SAT (middle 50%)
1000–1210
ACT (middle 50%)
19–26
Average net price
$21,453
per year, after grants
Cost of attendance
$31,674
per year, before aid
Graduation rate
66%
within 6 years
These numbers haven't been checked against official data yet. Values marked changed a lot or disagree with another source. Costs, aid, and policies change every year — always confirm on the college's website before you decide.
How hard is it to get into Bowling Green State University?
Bowling Green State University accepts about 81 of every 100 applicants (81%), which makes it accessible. This number changed a lot in the latest data, so confirm it with the college.
The middle half of admitted students scored between 1000 and 1210 on the SAT. A score at or above 1210 puts you in the top quarter of admitted students; below 1000, your scores are below most.
On the ACT, the middle half scored 19–26.
The latest federal data says Bowling Green State University is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Bowling Green State University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
How much does Bowling Green State University cost?
The full cost of attendance — tuition, fees, housing, food, books, and other expenses — is about $31,674 a year before financial aid.
After grants and scholarships, students who get federal aid pay $21,453 a year on average. Your price depends on your family's income — use the college's net price calculator for an estimate.
Tuition and fees are $14,892 for OH residents and $22,880 for out-of-state students.
- Tuition & fees (in-state)$14,892
- Tuition & fees (out-of-state)$22,880
- Room & board$13,430
- Total cost of attendance$31,674
- Average net price after grants$21,453
Popular majors
Education, Business, Health Professions & Nursing, Visual & Performing Arts.
Bowling Green State University FAQ
- What is Bowling Green State University's acceptance rate?
- 81% — accessible.
- What SAT score do you need for Bowling Green State University?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 1000–1210. Aim for 1210 or higher to be above most admitted students.
- What ACT score do you need for Bowling Green State University?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 19–26.
- Is Bowling Green State University test-optional?
- The latest federal data says Bowling Green State University is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Bowling Green State University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
- How much does Bowling Green State University cost?
- About $31,674 a year before aid; $21,453 on average after grants.
- What is Bowling Green State University's FAFSA school code?
- 003018. Add it in the "Colleges" section of the FAFSA at studentaid.gov so Bowling Green State University receives your information.
- What is Bowling Green State University's graduation rate?
- 66% of students finish within six years.
Colleges similar to Bowling Green State University
| College | Acceptance rate | SAT (middle 50%) | Avg. net price | Graduation rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| John Carroll UniversityUniversity Heights, OH | 81% | 1180–1330 | $27,167 | 74% |
| Muskingum UniversityNew Concord, OH | 82% | 910–1105 | $19,145 | 53% |
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