Visit Us

We extend a warm invitation to you and your family to visit our beautiful, friendly campus at Bowling Green State Univeristy. Please schedule your visit in advance online or call toll free 1-866-CHOOSEBGSU.

Office of Admissions

Our office is located in 110 McFall Center.

• Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
• Select Saturdays, 9:00 AM to Noon

Because our goal is to make your visit as personal as possible, we ask that all visits be scheduled in advance. The best time to visit are weekdays when classes are in session.

Students may also visit BGSU Firelands, our campus in Huron, OH.

Students requiring special assistance should contact Disability Services, 419-372-8495, two weeks prior to your visit, to make special accommodations.

Visit Options

Group information sessions

• Monday - Friday, 10:00 AM and 1:00 PM
• Select Saturdays at 10:00 AM

A one-hour, multimedia presentation in the Office of Admissions.

Student-guided tours

• Monday - Friday, 11:00 AM and 2:00 PM
• Select Saturdays at 11:00 AM

A 75-minute walking tour with stops in academic buildings, a typical residence hall room and the chance to interact with a current student.

Class visits

On weekdays during fall and spring semesters you can sit in on a college class. For a list of available classes, visit the class visit list.

Financial aid information

Student Financial Aid, 231 Administration Building.

Counselors are available from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday on a walk-in basis. An appointment is not necessary.

Interested in applying? On-site Admission

If you have not applied for admission to BGSU, you may complete the admission process during your visit.

If you still need to apply to BGSU, you may apply online and bring your official transcripts and test scores with you to be admitted on-site. You may also download a printable applicationand bring the completed application along with your official high school transcript including ACT or SAT scores and a $40 check made out to BGSU for the application fee.

Transfer applicants are not required to submit ACT or SAT scores, but should bring copies of all college transcripts.

If you have already applied, but still need to submit your official credentials, you may bring them with you for an instant decision during your visit.

Additional Opportunities

Academic department visits

During a weekday visit, you may wish to speak with someone in your area of academic interest. To help you identify the department, please contact us. We will put you in contact with the department that will assist you in scheduling your appointment.
This must be arranged prior to your visit.

Admissions counselor appointment

Although an interview is not required for admission, you may wish to meet with an admissions counselor to have individual questions answered.
Please call in advance to arrange this appointment.

Athletic coaches' visit

Please call the Office of Intercollegiate Athletics at 419-372-2401 to arrange your appointment with a coach.
Appointments need to be scheduled in advance.

While you're here

Plan your visit to coincide with one of BGSU's many cultural or athletic events. The Office of Admissions can advise you of major events on campus, or you may consult the University Calendar.

The City of Bowling Green invites you to enjoy the many specialty shops and wide variety of restaurants near the campus.