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Discover the vibrant campus lifestyle at Bowling Green State University, where living on campus isn't just a choice – it's the ultimate university experience. You will find that each of the residence halls at Bowling Green State University are unique, just like the students who live in them.

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On-campus living is an exciting part of the college experience and gives students the opportunity to build life-long friendships and also supports academic success. It has been proven that students who live on campus have a higher GPA – and persistence towards graduation – faster than their peers who live off campus. Because of this, Bowling Green State University’s Board of Trustees has set a Residency Requirement that states a student must live on campus for their first two years.

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Future Students

You may be new to this process, but we have been doing this for years. Let us guide you through the Housing Process, so all you have to worry about is how you are going to accessorize your new space and all the new friends you are going to make next year.

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Current Students

Returning students who have not lived on campus for two years (four semesters) as of the 2025 Fall semester are required to live on campus unless you meet one of our housing exemptions.

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No Tuition Increases. No Housing & Meal Plan Increases.

At BGSU, students enjoy on-campus living for their first two years with locked-in rates based on enrollment. Your costs stay the same unless you upgrade your residence hall or meal plan!

Meal Plans. Fueling Falcon Success

Living on campus means juggling classes, work, and social life. To make dining easier, all students living on campus are required to have a meal plan.

Housing Resources

Need help with your current on-campus living space? From work orders to room changes and meal plan updates, get the support you need.

Explore the Residential Experience

At BGSU, living on campus means endless opportunities to connect and get involved. With 305+ student orgs and hundreds of events each year, there’s something for everyone!

Get Ready for Move-in!

We’re rolling out the orange carpet for your arrival on campus! From room changes and tech setup to dining info and packing tips, we’ve got you covered for a smooth transition to campus life.

On Campus housing places you right in the heart of the college experience, living on campus helps to develop independence and self-reliance.

- Parnay

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Office of Student Housing

036 Founders Hall
419-372-2011
housing@bgsu.edu

Updated: 05/12/2025 01:21PM