Bowling Green State University
Bowling Green, Ohio · Public Research University · Medium (19,000+ students)
About BGSU
Bowling Green State University is a comprehensive public university in northwest Ohio offering more than 200 undergraduate programs. BGSU is particularly known for its programs in business, education, and the arts, and maintains strong transfer pathways from Ohio community colleges.
For Transfer Students
- Transfer Guarantee Program with partner Ohio colleges
- Affordable tuition with generous transfer scholarships
- Credit transfer evaluated quickly with online equivalency lookup
- Strong career placement and co-op programs
Transfer at a Glance
- Minimum GPA
- 2.0 cumulative
- Deadline
- July 15 for Fall, December 1 for Spring
- Credits Accepted
- Up to 72 credit hours accepted
Top Programs
🟢 Ohio Transfer 36 (OT36) Guaranteed
As an Ohio public university, BGSUparticipates in the Ohio Transfer 36 statewide guarantee. General education courses in English composition, mathematics, natural sciences, social sciences, arts & humanities, and oral communication are guaranteed to transfer between all Ohio public institutions. Minimum grade: D or better.
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