- Bowling Green State University has a total student population of more than 20,000 students, including over 600 international students from 70 different countries. - Bowling Green State University students enjoy a 20:1 student-to-faculty ratio, ensuring opportunities for individual attention from faculty. - Nearly 80 percent of Bowling Green faculty members have the highest degrees in their fields.
Conditional Admission
With over level 112 in ELS, students can be accepted to Bachelor and Master's programs. Both Undergraduate and Graduate schools issue a CLA to students.
Bowling Green State University (BGSU)About the
Bowling Green State University's first-year programs are nationally recognized. U.S. News and World Report and Business Week have recognized Bowling Green State University programs in biology, business, education, English, fine arts, psychology, physical therapy, public affairs, sociology and speech-language pathology. Many of BGSU's professors and instructors have been recognized through fellowships and awards for their research. The university is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.
- Charles Kanwischer, School Director1000 Fine Arts Bldg
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School of Cultural and Critical Studies
- Susana Peña, School Director
American Culture Studies
- Andrew Schocket, Chair
Ethnic Studies
- Angela Nelson, Chair
Popular Culture
- Jeff Brown, Chair
Women's, Gender, & Sexuality Studies
- Sandra Faulkner, Director
228 Shatzell Hall
419-372-2796
101 East Hall
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228 Shatzell Hall
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228 Shatzell Hall
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228 Shatzell Hall
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School of Earth, Environment, and Society
- Jeffrey Snyder, School Director
190 Overman Hall
419-372-3327
School of Media and Communication
- Laura Stafford, School Director
306 Kuhlin Center
Course Information
Schedule
48 Weeks
VISA Info
I-20 Issued Upon Request
Minimum age
16
Qualification
Application
For freshman:
Undergraduate online Application
For transfers:
All F-1 students transferring from a SEVIS certified institution must complete and submit a
BGSU Transfer Eligibility Form (PDF)
$75 non-refundable application fee
Official transcripts from secondary school and from any post-secondary school attended (no photocopies accepted)
Students click here to learn more about transferring credits to BGSU
BGSU Financial Statement (PDF)
A copy of the applicant's passport or National ID
One (or more) of the following recommended minimums from the list below:
71 TOEFL IBT
BGSU College Code: 1069
69 MELAB
6.0 IELTS
48 Pearson Test of English (PTE)
completion of ELS Intensive English for Academic Purposes Level 112
Acceptable SAT* composite score in verbal and math
BGSU’s College Codes: SAT – 1069
ACT* composite score with a competitive English band score
BGSU’s College Codes: ACT – 3240
Attend a high school using English as the medium of instruction for a minimum of one academic year
*SAT/ACT Not required for Admission but required for Merit-based Scholarship.
Note: All of the credentials indicated above must be official documents in the English language. Official documents must be the original documents, notarized copies, or official English translations with the official seal or stamp of the notary or the English translator on each document. We cannot accept photocopies or documents marked "Issued to Student".
Course Schedule
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Fees
School's Admin fee
Tuition
48 Week
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(USD)$ 11,400 / Week
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Housing Placement
Accommodation Fee
Terms
Homestay
On-Campus Dorm/residence
Off-Campus residence
Airport Pickup
Other Charges
Remarks / Other Information
* Dates and Fees are approximate and may change without prior notice.
Location
Surrounding Area
BGSU Planetarium: Operated by the Bowling Green State University Department of Physics and Astronomy, the BGSU Planetarium is a 118-seat public science theater that has been enriching the minds of university students, local schools and Northwest Ohio residents since 1984.Black Swamp Arts Festival: Every September, over 60,000 people attend this free three-day art and music festival. The festival is held in historic downtown Bowling Green; artists and exhibitors line Main Street and present and sell their work, while musicians and actors entertain the audience and a diverse array of food vendors entice the crowd.Cedar Point: Located in nearby Sandusky, Ohio, Cedar Point is consistently named among the best amusement and water parks in the United States. Cedar Point is home to exciting rollercoasters, water rides and thrill rides, live entertainment, family-friendly rides and a variety of dining options.
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