Students study in the Maurer Center at BGSU

A business degree from Bowling Green State University: What sets it apart

Dedicated support, industry connections and career outcomes that position students for success


The difference is in the experience: one rooted in preparing students for real-world success that goes beyond lectures and textbooks.

In the nationally ranked Schmidthorst College of Business, students develop solutions for real organizations through the University’s robust industry partnerships. These experiences build relevant, practical skills and strengthen career development, exemplifying Bowling Green’s No. 1 ranking in Ohio for career preparation.

Students also have access to career design coaches, who provide dedicated support to help them secure internships, co-ops and navigate an evolving job market. 

Among the most meaningful measures of success students consistently recognize is the personal support and mentorship they receive from faculty – connections that lead to high-impact internships and full-time roles at leading companies, including Lowe's, Nestlé, Sherwin-Williams, and more, often before graduation.

On top of that, students learn in one of the most modern and innovative business education environments. The Maurer Center, opened in 2020, features high-tech classrooms designed to foster collaboration, problem-solving and innovation, mirroring a professional corporate environment.

More reasons to consider a business degree from BGSU

  • The Schmidthorst College of Business is one of only 6% of business schools with AACSB accreditation, the global standard for business education.
  • Named a “Best Business School” by The Princeton Review for 15 consecutive years
  • A nationwide network of alumni leading organizations across industries
  • Faculty members with decades of real-world experience

A proven track record of success

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Modern facilities for a modern education

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Students in the Maurer Center during the academic year
Students walk in an upper floor of the Maurer Center
Students gather in a lounge in the Maurer Center
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A photo of the Maurer Center at sunset
A professor teaches in a classroom in the Maurer Center
Students work at tables in the Maurer Center
A student walks past a classroom in the Maurer Center

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Media Contact | Michael Bratton | mbratto@bgsu.edu | 419-372-6349

Updated: 02/18/2026 11:02AM