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Ready to experience all that BGSU has to offer?

There are many places you can earn a degree, but there is only one Bowling Green experience. Here, you’ll find a welcoming campus in Ohio’s safest college town, where students feel at home. We’re big enough to provide all the opportunities of a large, comprehensive research university but small enough that every student can actually take advantage of them.

Our Falcon Tuition Guarantee locks in tuition for four years, while our commitment to reducing student debt means more students graduate with no loans or smaller loans. Through our Life Design program, students gain the tools to navigate and fully maximize their college experience, and hands-on research opportunities are available as early as your first year. Whether you’re exploring our 400+ student organizations or connecting with industry leaders through our professional network, we are committed to making your investment and college experience worthwhile.

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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

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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: 01/27/2025 08:28AM