Bowling Green State University

If you are considering submitting an application to Bowling Green State University, the regular decision application deadline is July 15 and the application fee costs $45.

Bowling Green State University Admissions Stats at a Glance

Here's an overiew of some of Bowling Green State University's admissions stats.

Bowling Green State University 2022	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	3.6
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class	18.9%
Mean SAT Score	1117
Admissions Test Policy	Test Optional
Applicants Who Submit SATs	24%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs	90%
Waitlist	No

Bowling Green State University Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for Bowling Green State University.

Application Type	Offered	Application Deadline	Notification Deadline
Early Decision I	No	––	––
Early Decision II	––	––	––
Early Action	No	––	––
Regular Decision	Yes	July 1	––

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Bowling Green State University does not offer early decision or early action.

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How Challenging Is It To Get Admitted to Bowling Green State University?

Getting into Bowling Green State University is moderately difficult. Bowling Green State University evaluates applicants carefully based on multiple criteria to decide who to admit, and who to deny.

In 2021, Bowling Green State University accepted 75% of students, about 13,057 from 17,341 applicants.

Schools that are moderately difficult to get into, like Bowling Green State University, accept fewer than 85% of all applicants. At least 75% of all admitted students have GPAs in the top 50% of their high school class and scored over 1010 on the SAT or over 18 on the ACT.

Transferring to Bowling Green State University

It is moderately difficult to be admitted as a transfer student.

For Students Waitlisted to Bowling Green State University

Bowling Green State University has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What's Most Important for Getting Into Bowling Green State University?

Colleges consider a range of factors when deciding who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college determines which factors are they consider most important when choose which applicants to admit, and which to deny. When assembling your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengths and any possible weaknesses in your application, and choose schools that put the most emphasis on the areas where you're strong.

Admissions Factors at Bowling Green State University

What does Bowling Green State University consider during the admissions process? Take a look at the list below to see which factors are most important during the admissions process.

Admissions Factor	Level
Academic GPA	Very Important
Rigor of Secondary School Record	Very Important
Standardized Test Scores	Very Important
Class Rank	Important
Talent/Ability	Important
Alumni/ae Relations	Considered
Character/Personal Qualities	Considered
Work Experience	Considered
Extracurricular Activities	Considered
Level of Applicant's Interest	Considered
Application Essay	Considered
First Generation	Considered
Interview	Considered
Racial/Ethnic Status	Considered
Recommendation(s)	Considered
Volunteer Work	Considered

Make sure to check with Bowling Green State University for more information on admission factors.

Bowling Green State University 2022-2023 Application Requirements

To apply to Bowling Green State University, all applicants must submit the following items. Double check with Bowling Green State University's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area	Required	Recommended	Required for Some	Details (If Any)
Written Essay or Personal Statement
Interview
Other Requirements				https://www.bgsu.edu/admissions/apply-now/freshmen.html
Transcript(S) of College Record
Standardized Test Scores
Statement of Good Standing From Prior Institution(S)
Transcript of High School Record	√

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GPA and Testing

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What GPA Do I Need To Get Into Bowling Green State University?

Students admitted to Bowling Green State University have an average unweighted GPA of 3.6.

Out of all students that were admitted, 64.4% submitted a class rank. At Bowling Green State University 18.9% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 42.7% were in the top 25% and 76% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

At Bowling Green State University, student GPAs fall in the following ranges.

GPA	Percent of Students
4.0 GPA	20.5%
3.75 and 3.99	21.4%
3.50 and 3.74	16.6%
3.25 and 3.49	14.9%
3.00 and 3.24	12.6%
2.50 and 2.9	11.7%
2.00 and 2.49	2.2%

This chart depicts the percentage of all enrolled, degree-seeking, first-time, first year (freshmen) students who had high school grade point average within the given ranges.

Note: Some schools choose not release this information. If you have any questions regarding missing numbers, be sure to reach out to Bowling Green State University directly.

About GPAs

Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that highlights your high school academic performance. A weighted GPA or an unweighted GPA are the two possible GPA scores considered by colleges.

An unweighted GPA is an average of your scores from each class on a four-point scale. Unweighted GPAs range from 4.0 to under 1.0. A weighted GPA considers your average grade and the difficulty of your classes. A weighted GPA boosts your average by adding extra points for honors or Advanced Placement courses.

Standardized Test Scores

Bowling Green State University considers ACT or SAT scores as part of the admissions process.

Bowling Green State University is test optional. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

In 2022, 24% of Bowling Green State University's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 90% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

What is a Good SAT Score for Bowling Green State University?

To be competitive with other Bowling Green State University applicants, you should aim to earn between 1030 and 1200 (or higher!) on the SAT. At Bowling Green State University 25% of admitted students scored higher than 1200 and 25% of scored lower than 1030, but the majority of students scored somewhere in between these two numbers.The mean composite SAT score for a Bowling Green State University student is 1117.

On the SAT Math Section, 25% of Bowling Green State University students scored 600 or higher and 75% of students scored 510 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of Bowling Green State University students scored 610 or higher, and 75% scored a 510 or higher.

What is a Good ACT Score for Bowling Green State University?

To be most competitive at Bowling Green State University, you should strive to earn between 20 and 26 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 26 means you fall in the 75th percentile for Bowling Green State University's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 26, and three out of four students scored lower than 26 on the ACT.

A 20 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for Bowling Green State University students. Only one out of every four students scored below 20.

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More Information on Transferring to Bowling Green State University

For transfer students, it is moderately difficult to get admitted to Bowling Green State University.

For transfer students wishing to start in the fall, the deadline to apply is August 1.

Transfer students can enroll in Bowling Green State University during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Spring Term

• Summer Term

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Bowling Green State University Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to Bowling Green State University?

❌ Students who are admitted to Bowling Green State University must attend in the term they start. Deferring admissions is not encouraged. If you have a unusual circumstance, contact the admissions department.

Does Bowling Green State University accept transfer credits?

✅ Bowling Green State University accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. Bowling Green State University accepts:

• CLEP subject tests • DSST/DANTES • Excelsior College Examinations

Does Bowling Green State University accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?

✅ Bowling Green State University accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits and Advanced Placement (AP) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to Bowling Green State University?

❌ No, Bowling Green State University is test optional, so you can make the call whether or not to send your ACT or SAT scores. If you have higher than average scores, you should strongly consider submitting them. If you scored lower than a school's average, you may want not want to include them in your application.

What is Bowling Green State University's acceptance rate?

✅ Bowling Green State University has an acceptance rate of 75%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at Bowling Green State University?

❌ Bowling Green State University does not offer early decision.

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