Diabetes Prevention Program

About one out of every three adults in the United States has prediabetes, but lifestyle changes can help prevent or delay type 2 diabetes. Bowling Green State University offers a free, virtual Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP) to help eligible adults make sustainable lifestyle changes and reduce their risk.

Program Format

The DPP is a one-year virtual program with 22 group sessions. You will meet three to four times per month for the first six months and once or twice per month for the remaining six months. Sessions last 30–60 minutes.

Clients referred to the DPP must be:

  • 18 years or older
  • Not currently pregnant
  • Have an elevated body mass index 
  • Have a positive screening for prediabetes or have a blood test result within one year indicating prediabetes or previously had gestational diabetes

Exclusion criteria:

  • Clients cannot have a diagnosis of type 1 or type 2 diabetes
  • Clients cannot be pregnant

Are you a provider who is ready to refer an eligible client? 

Partner Referral Form

Could you have prediabetes?

People are more likely to have prediabetes and type 2 diabetes if they:

  • Are 45 years of age or older;
  • Are overweight;
  • Have a family history of type 2 diabetes;
  • Are physically active fewer than three times per week; or
  • Have been diagnosed with gestational diabetes during pregnancy or gave birth to a baby weighing more than 9 pounds.


Take the Risk Test

Did you score 5 or higher? 

You may be eligible for PreventT2. Refer yourself to get started.

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What You'll Gain

Learn practical strategies for lifestyle change and problem solving while working with a lifestyle coach to set and reach your goals. You'll also receive support from other participants and build skills to stay motivated and maintain healthy changes.

For more information, please contact us at nutritionclinic@bgsu.edu

Updated: 08/18/2026 02:15PM