Schmidthorst College of
Business
BGSU – a nationally ranked leader in business education
The Schmidthorst College of Business combines the advantages of a top-ranked business school with the support and opportunities of a close-knit community. From the start, you'll build connections with employers, alumni and industry leaders through internships, student organizations, study abroad and other career-focused experiences.
- 13 undergraduate specializations
- Nationally ranked MBA programs
- A network of more than 1,600 employer partners
Gain the experience, confidence and professional network to launch your career and adapt to wherever it takes you next.
BGSU has launched a national search for its next dean of the Allen W. and Carol M. Schmidthorst College of Business.
Learn more about why the Schmidthorst College of Business is one of the best business schools in Ohio.
What sets apart the Schmidthorst
College of Business?
$1M+
awarded in scholarships
$75K
average starting salary for business graduates (higher than the national average)
Top 6%
AACSB-accredited business school worldwide
Internships and connections that launch careers
At BGSU you'll start building your resume and professional network long before graduation.
- Connect early and often with employers, alumni and industry professionals.
- Land internships that build skills and confidence.
- Become a leader in nationally recognized student organizations.
- Take advantage of experiential learning opportunities like study abroad.
These are the opportunities that help you graduate with a stronger resume and a clearer sense of where you want to go.
Real-world learning
Learn the tools, technologies and skills businesses are using now and put them into practice before you graduate. At Schmidthorst, every student works on real-world business collaborations, with nearly 200 employers bringing expertise directly into your classrooms.
You'll use AI throughout your coursework, have opportunities to earn industry-recognized professional certifications and kick-start your network in your first year by participating in multiple career conversations with established business leaders.
Employer partnerships
Our students differentiate themselves by interning and collaborating with a global network of more than 1,600 industry partners. Companies can clearly see a difference in a BGSU education. That’s why they come to campus to connect, work with and hire our students.
Top business program
The Schmidthorst College of Business is consistently ranked among top business programs by Poets&Quants, U.S. News and World Report, the Princeton Review and Bloomberg Businessweek. It is accredited by AACSB International, a distinction earned by fewer than 6% of business schools worldwide.
Designated a “Best Business School” for 15 consecutive years by The Princeton Review for academic quality and student support.
I knew I made the right decision after my first class. The facilities and technology are impressive, but what stood out most was how much support the University provides and how much they want students to succeed.
– Tyshaun Herron '25, supply chain management specilization
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FAQs
There’s no one-size-fits-all path at the Schmidthorst College of Business at Bowling Green State University. You will have the flexibility to customize your degree with more than 10 business specializations and minors. You can also be confident that your education meets the highest standards and is respected by employers and graduate schools. The Schmidthorst College of Business is accredited by the AACSB – a distinction held by only 6% of business schools worldwide. You'll also build leadership skills, expand your network and make lasting connections through nationally recognized student organizations in every business discipline.
Yes. Schmidthorst students gain hands-on experience through internships, co-ops, consulting projects and a capstone course, often for academic credit. 73% of business students complete at least one internship. You will be supported by a network of more than 1,600 employer partners and 185+ companies that visit campus each semester for networking events, panels and hands-on experiences.
AI is reshaping how nearly every business function operates, from marketing to finance to supply chain. At the Schmidthorst College of Business, you'll work with the same AI tools employers are adopting, with courses and certifications built right into your degree. You’ll also learn from people who are actually applying these tools in the field. The college's Leadership Council Taskforce on AI connects students directly with executives exploring how generative AI is transforming business decision-making.
Yes. Choose from13 specializations and 11 minors. Combine areas of study to match your specific goals. For students who want even more flexibility, the individualized business major lets you design a degree path around your interests.
Schmidthorst students have access to support both inside and outside the college. Life Design coaches at the Kuhlin Hub help you explore career paths and connect classroom learning to real-world goals. Within the college, dedicated faculty and staff work closely with students throughout their time at BGSU. They offer academic advising, mentorship and career guidance tailored to your major.
Yes. You earn your MBA in as little as one additional year after your bachelor's degree with one of our nationally ranked, accelerated MBA pathways for current students of any major. . High school students with a 4.0 GPA can even qualify for direct admission into the MBA? program before starting their undergraduate degree.
Yes. Beyond the MBA, Schmidthorst offers graduate degrees including:
- Master of Accountancy (M.Acc.)
- Master of Science in Analytics (MSA)
- Master of Science in Economics (MSE)
- Executive programs like the master’s and doctorate in organization development and change.
Programs are available in traditional on-campus, hybrid and fully online formats to fit working professionals' schedules.
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