Choose the ultimate university experience

At Bowling Green State University, you can expect more than a degree. From scholarships, research opportunities and mentorship to helping you minimize student debt to offering a place where you truly belong, the BGSU Promise is our commitment that your investment and college experience will be worthwhile. 

We promise you will graduate both career- and life-ready from the No. 1 university in Ohio for student experience located in one of America’s best college towns.

If you’re ready for all that the BGSU Promise offers, click to discover how to take the next steps toward your Falcon future.

Students on Campus 2021

We can't wait to have you!

Here are your next steps.

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Living on campus

The first step toward committing to BGSU is to make your $200 housing payment. Please log in to your MyBGSU > Housing and Residence Life > Housing and Meal Plan Application.

Keep in mind that additional housing instructions may be found through the Office of Student Housing. You may also reach out to the Office of Admissions if you need help setting up your MyBGSU account.

Then, stay in MyBGSU and sign up for your summer orientation date by selecting Orientation Reservation. Log in to MyBGSU > Orientation Reservation

Honors College Students

Commuting from home You must live within 50 miles of BGSU.

Sign up for summer orientation by logging in to MyBGSU > Orientation Reservation.

You may also reach out to the Office of Admissions if you need help setting up your MyBGSU account.

Updated: 01/31/2024 02:38PM