Pre-Arrival

Congratulations on your admission to Bowling Green State University!

We are happy to have you and excited to make memories together! Here is some important information to know before you arrive. Below you will find information on phone plans, the Visa Application process, Campus Safety Resources and more.

Before You Arrive..

Cell Phones

Top 5 Cell phone companies for international calls:

AT&T
T-Mobile
Verizon
Vonage
Mint Mobile

Email & Internet

Setting up your BGSU email account
Calls via internet: Skype (BGSU-ISS)

Housing, Living & Community

On-Campus Housing (Required for Undergraduate Students)

Undergraduate housing information
Global Village
SEARH community
BGSU Learning Communities

Off-Campus Housing (Graduate Students)

Copper Beech Townhomes
The Edge
Falcons Pointe
Living off-campus

Student Organizations

International Student Organizations
BGSU Student Organizations
BGSU Calendar of Events

Community

City of BG Visitor’s Bureau
About BG
BGSU Shuttle Services
Downtown Bowling Green
Levis Commons Shopping Center
Franklin Park Mall
Bowling Green Taxi Service
International Friendship Programs

Preparing For Travel

Visa Application Process
U.S. Customs & Border Protection
Travel Tips

Safety

Click here for the BGSU Public Safety Page

Family

BGSU Parent & Family Programs

Visiting BGSU/Map & Directions

Updated: 01/22/2024 01:10PM

Pre-Arrival

Congratulations on your admission to Bowling Green State University!

Before You Arrive..

Contact Information