Everything you need to know about BG
The town of Bowling Green is located 25 miles south of Toledo, Ohio, a major American port city. As part of the American Midwest and the Great Lakes region, it is noted for both agricultural and industrial activity. Bowling Green is a safe, quiet, academically-oriented town with a population of 30,000 (not counting BGSU students). Local banks, restaurants, shopping, entertainment, and places of worship are within walking distance of the campus.
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Climate
Weather changes in BG are pretty unpredictable….Summer lasts for not more than 4 months and the temperature ranges from 20 to 30 degree Celsius. The winters are comparatively harsh with temperature ranging from 0 to -30 degrees which stays for 4 to 5 months.
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Housing
The cost of living in BG is average as compared to other American cities. A one Bedroom furnished Apt will range between $320 to $390 where a 2 Bedroom Appartment costs around $425 to $550 per month. There are efficiencies available but not plenty.
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Best way to get to BG
Bowling Green is easy to reach by car and is within comfortable driving distance of most major cities in Ohio and the East Coast. In fact, Bowling Green is within one-day’s drive of half of the population of the United States! Interstate 75 borders the east edge of the campus and U.S. Route 6 is just south of the city. Interstates 80 and 90 (the Ohio Turnpike) are only 20 minutes to the north; turnpike exit 4A provides the most direct route to the campus. The city of Toledo has interstate bus service and Toledo Express Airport is about a 45-minute drive from the campus. The Detroit Airport which serves more cities and has more air service is about 1 1/4 hours away.
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