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Bowling Green State University-Main Campus

Public Bowling Green, OH · Town · Great Lakes · 100% data reported · Agent Insights
63%
Graduation Rate
$47,896
Earnings (10yr)
$24,022
Net Price
81%
Acceptance Rate

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Overview

With an enrollment of over 12,800 students, Bowling Green State University in Ohio is a great fit for those looking for a larger campus experience without the ultra-competitive edge. The school has an acceptance rate of 81%, making it accessible for many. Students here often dive into programs like Education, Business and Marketing, Health Professions, and the Visual and Performing Arts, aligning with a range of career interests.

Looking at what happens after graduation, the numbers show that alumni earn a median salary of nearly $48,000 after ten years in the workforce. This figure gives a solid indication of how students can expect to fare financially once they leave. While we don’t have mobility rates, the graduation rate sits at 63%, suggesting that a good number of students are completing their degrees and moving into the job market.

When considering cost, the average net price after financial aid is about $24,022, with a median debt load of $25,000 for graduates. This is manageable for many, especially given the earnings potential. Students who tend to thrive here often seek practical, hands-on experiences and appreciate the diverse programs that align with their professional goals.

Rankings

How Bowling Compares

Dot right of center = above national average.

NATIONAL AVGGraduation63%Earnings 10yr$48KNet Price$24KRetention82%Median Debt$25KPell Grant Rate23%

Net Price by Family Income

What families actually pay after aid, by income bracket.

$18K$0-30K$19K$30-48K$22K$48-75K$27K$110K+

Cost & Financial Aid

$14,460
In-State Tuition
$22,448
Out-of-State
$24,022
Avg Net Price
$25,000
Median Debt
23%
Pell Grant Rate
48%
Federal Loan Rate

What Families Actually Pay

$18,396
Family Income $0–$30K
$18,547
Family Income $30K–$48K
$21,820
Family Income $48K–$75K
$27,414
Family Income $110K+

Graduate Outcomes

$41,281
6 Years After Entry
$44,746
8 Years
$47,896
10 Years
0.52x
Debt-to-Earnings
62%
Earning > $25K

Earnings Trajectory

$41,281 6yr $44,746 8yr $47,896 10yr

Social Capital

Data: Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

1.60
Economic Connectedness
Cross-class friendships
0.00
Friending Bias
Lower = more inclusive
6.6%
Volunteering Rate
0.99
Support Ratio
Community support

Academics & Admissions

Acceptance Rate 81%
Retention Rate 82%
SAT Average 1117
ACT Midpoint 23
SAT Range 1000–1210
ACT Range 19–26
Full-Time Faculty 71%
Faculty Salary (mo) $10,477
Diversity Index 0.38
First-Gen Students 30%

Top Programs

Education 19%
Business & Marketing 14%
Health Professions 9%
Visual & Performing Arts 7%
Biology & Biomedical 4%
Psychology 4%
Criminal Justice 4%
Engineering 3%