2008 Application for

Undergraduate Admission

Bowling Green State University

Office of Admissions
110 McFall Center
Bowling Green, Ohio 43403-0085
419-372-BGSU
Toll free: 1-866-CHOOSE BGSU (246-6732)
Fax: 419-372-6955
Email: choosebgsu@bgsu.edu
Web site: www.bgsu.edu

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 Undergraduate Admission to BGSU

Applying for Admission to BGSU 4. Take the ACT or SAT. The University completed by the Office of Registration
prefers students take the ACT. The ACT and Records.
Applicants: To complete the Bowling Green
writing test is recommended but NOT
State University admissions process you
required. The results of one of these tests
Freshman Admission Standards
must submit:
are required for all freshmen except those For admission to Bowling Green State
• Application for Undergraduate who have been out of high school for University a freshman applicant must:
Admission three or more years. International 1. Be a graduate of a senior high school
• Official high school transcript students are not required to submit approved or accredited by the department
ACT or SAT results. of education of the state in which it is
• Official ACT or SAT test results
• $40 application fee 5. A final high school transcript is required located; or
prior to enrolling at BGSU. A letter will 2. Have earned high school equiva-
Carefully read the following be mailed to your high school requesting lency through the General Educational
instructions and retain this portion confirmation of your graduation as well Development (GED) testing program
for future reference. as your final grade point average and (issued by the state department of
class rank. education); or
Freshmen 6. Entrance into the College of Business 3. Present GED test results and ACT or SAT
Freshmen are defined as those who have Administration is selective. Students who test results, if the student completed
graduated from a secondary school. have been admitted to the University secondary education through an alterna-
Candidates who earned college credit before will be notified in writing of admission tive program such as home schooling; or
high school graduation are considered status into the College of Business
Administration. For more information, call 4. Present an international baccalaureate
freshmen with advanced standing and should
the college office at 419-372-2747. diploma or certificate.
have their college transcripts sent to the
Office of Admissions. 7. Students who intend to pursue a major or Admission is selective. In general, we require a
minor in music must contact the College high school record that includes four units of
High school students are encouraged to apply of Musical Arts for enrollment and English; three units each of mathematics, sci-
for admission beginning Aug. 1 between audition information, 419-372-2181. ence and social studies; two units of a foreign
their junior and senior years. Prospective language; and one unit of visual or perform-
8. Students who intend to pursue a BFA in ing arts. Freshman applicants who do not
students who wish to enroll fall semester are
art must visit the School of Art Web site meet the academic standards for admission
encouraged to apply and have all admissions
for portfolio review information and to may be offered admission to the University
credentials completed by Feb. 1 to assure
schedule a portfolio review, www.bgsu. Program for Academic Success. Admission to
consideration. The application deadline for
edu/art. the University Program for Academic Success
main campus for spring semester is
Dec. 1 and for summer term May 15, 9. Students who intend to pursue a major is also selective, but not as competitive as
although earlier closings may occur. All in theatre and a specialization in musical regular admission. Space is limited.
admission credentials must be received theatre must contact the Department An applicant is considered for admission
14 days before the spring semester or the of Theatre and Film for enrollment and on the basis of four criteria:
summer session to allow sufficient time for audition information, 419-372-2222. • High school coursework/curriculum
processing. An admissions application is 10. Students whose native language is not
renewable for one year from the term for • Cumulative grade point average
English must take the TOEFL test or the
which a student initially applies. Michigan Test. This is required of inter- • Official ACT or SAT results
national students issued immigrant visas, • Class rank
1. Students are encouraged to apply international students transferring from
online at www.bgsu.edu. The University also considers the diversity
another American college or university,
of the student body and applicants’ special
2. Or complete the Application for those (with English as a foreign language)
abilities, talents and achievements in making
Undergraduate Admission (pages 7 and 8). from U.S. territories such as Puerto Rico,
admission decisions. Diversity may include
and any other U.S. citizen or non-citizen
3. Take the application, along with a socioeconomic factors, underrepresented
whose native language is not English.
check or money order made payable to minorities, artistic and/or athletic ability and
BGSU for $40 (no cash, please) for the 11. Students who earned Advanced other special characteristics of the population.
nonrefundable application fee, to your Placement before enrolling at BGSU
high school counselor. Your canceled should have their scores sent to BGSU’s
check will be your application fee receipt. Office of Registration and Records, 110 Transfer Students
Your counselor must forward an official Administration Bldg., Bowling Green, Students who have attempted 12 or more
high school transcript including sixth OH 43403-0130. Credit for the College hours, excluding remedial or developmental
semester GPA on a 4.0 scale, your courses Level Examination Program (CLEP) will be courses, since high school at a college or
in progress and class rank to the BGSU granted through the Office of Continuing university other than Bowling Green are
Office of Admissions. Official ACT or SAT & Extended Education, 40 College Park, considered transfer applicants. If you have
results must be sent to BGSU. All academic Bowling Green, OH 43403-0200. questions regarding transfer admission,
credentials must be mailed by the school 12. Students who earn college credit through please contact the Office of Admissions
or testing agency to be accepted as of- enrollment in postsecondary courses at 419-372-BGSU. Students who have
ficial. All admission credentials submitted should have an official college transcript participated in Post Secondary Enrollment
to the Office of Admissions become the sent from the institution attended to the Option Programs are not considered
property of Bowling Green State University Office of Admissions when courses are transfer students.
and cannot be returned. completed. A credit evaluation will be

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BGSU Firelands Students who wish to take classes at Ohio Residency

Huron, Ohio  Bowling Green but do not plan to seek a 419-372-8408
419-433-5560 or 1-800-322-4787 BGSU degree can attend as “guest” students. It is the student’s responsibility to indicate
BGSU Firelands is the regional campus of Registration for “guest” students does not the proper state of residence at the time of
BGSU and is located in Huron, Ohio. BGSU require application to BGSU and is arranged registration. Students with questions should
Firelands requires the same application by the Office of Registration and Records. contact the Office of Registration and
materials included in this packet, although Records, 110 Administration Building,
admissions requirements vary from main 419-372-8408. In some cases, questions may
campus. Please call BGSU Firelands with any Housing be presented to the Residence Status Review
questions. Applications for admission are 419-372-2011 Committee for official action.
accepted up to two weeks before the begin- Undergraduate students are required to
ning of classes. Students intending to pursue reside in University-owned residences Bowling Green State University is committed
a two-year associate degree are not expected as a condition of enrollment unless they are to equal opportunity for all and does not
to have completed the same high school commuting daily from the homes of their discriminate in admission or access to, or
coursework as those applying to a four-year parents, guardians or spouse (within 50 miles treatment or employment in, its programs
bachelor’s degree program. The application of Bowling Green), are over the age of 23 or and activities on the basis of race, sex, sexual
for admission and all credentials should be have obtained 60 semester hours and/or four orientation, color, national origin, religion,
submitted directly to BGSU Firelands, One semesters of campus residency on or before creed, age, marital status, mental or physical
University Dr., Huron, OH 44839-9719. the first day of classes. disability, or veteran status. The Office of
Applicants who initially request on-campus Equity and Diversity, 705 Administration
residence, then decide to commute to classes, Building, BGSU, is responsible for University
High School Graduates must return their housing agreements with a compliance with Title IX, Section 504.
If you have already graduated from high note explaining their intention to commute. Disability Services, 413 South Hall, is respon-
school, send the documents in step 2 above sible for compliance with the Americans with
directly to the BGSU Office of Admissions. An Disabilities Act.
official high school transcript is also required.
If you graduated from high school more than
three years ago, you do not need to submit
ACT or SAT test scores.

High School Equivalency BGSU 2007-2008

If you earned high school equivalency Annual Cost Summary
through the General Educational
Fall and Spring Semesters, First-Year Students
Development (GED) testing program, send
the documents in step 2 above directly to Tuition and fees $9,140
the BGSU Office of Admissions. You should Room* $4,200
then have both an official copy of the GED Meal Plan (Bronze)** $2,678
results and an official high school transcript Total for Ohio resident $16,018
sent to the Office of Admissions. Nonresident fee $7,308
Total for out-of-state student $23,326
Five-Year Admission Policy
* Standard occupancy rooms in the halls where most freshmen live and residential
If you have not taken coursework anywhere technology fee. Charges are higher for Offenhauer Towers, Founders, special interest
(high school or college) during the past five housing, houses and single rooms.
years, you are eligible for admission to the
University. Students admitted under this ** This plan allows for an expenditure of $11.84 per day for 113 days of
five-year admission policy are required to each semester. Other plans are priced at $1,591 and $1,736.
take courses under the close supervision of a Fees are subject to change at any time with Board of Trustees’ approval.
college academic advisor.

Special Admissions Categories

International students should contact the
International Programs Office at BGSU,
419-372-2247, for information on
requirements and application procedures.
The Office of Continuing & Extended
Education serves adult learners and students
who take classes only through the Evening
Credit Program.

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 Areas of Study

Below is a listing of areas of study available at Political Science (AS650) College of Business
BGSU. Please find your intended major, then Popular Culture (AS655) Administration
write the name and the code on the applica- Pre-Professional Programs** Specializations
tion (item 22). This information will be used Pre-Dentistry (ASDEN) Accounting (BA105)***
for academic advising and class selection. If Pre-Engineering (ASENG) Business Pre-Law (BA170)***
you are undecided, you may choose a college Pre-Law (ASLAW) Economics (BA260)***
but remain undecided about a major. Each of Pre-Medicine (ASMED) Finance (BA310)***
BGSU’s seven undergraduate colleges allows Pre-Mortuary Science (ASMOR) Financial Economics (BA106)***
students to enter as undecided majors; those Pre-Occupational Therapy (ASOCC) General Business (BA320)***
codes are also listed below. Pre-Optometry (ASOPT) Information Systems Auditing and
If you are undecided about your college Pre-Osteopathy (ASOST) Control (BA161)***
and your area of study, select Pre-Major Pre-Pharmacy (ASPHA) International Business (BA481)***
Advising (PM 98). Pre-Major Advising staff Pre-Veterinary Medicine (ASVET) Management Information
in the Office of Academic Enhancement Psychology (AS670) Systems (BA448)***
will assist you in defining your goals and Scientific and Technical Communication Marketing (BA984)***
in planning your first semester or first year (AS286) Public Policy and Administration (BA695)***
academic program. Please note: you may Sociology (AS845) Supply Chain Management (BA242)***
change your major at any time. If you need to Statistics (AS175) Economics (BA265) (B.S. in Econ.)
make a change prior to registration, contact Theatre (AS866)
the Office of Admissions. If you plan to enroll Acting/Directing (AS868) College of Education and
in a pre-BFA art program, music or musical Design/Technical Theatre (AS869) Human Development
theatre, an art portfolio review or entrance Musical Theatre (AS867)1
audition is required. Performance Studies (AS870) School of Teaching and Learning
Youth Theater/Puppetry (AS871) Teacher Preparation
College of Arts and Sciences Women's Studies (AS895) Adolescent/Young Adult/
Africana Studies (AS298) Secondary Education
American Culture Studies (AS122) School of Art Earth Sciences (ED190)
Asian Studies (AS138) Art-BA Earth Sciences and Chemistry (ED191)
Biology (AS155) Art (AS132)* Earth Sciences and Physics (ED192)
Ecology and Conservation Biology (AS156) Art History (AS136) Integrated Language Arts (ED193)
Chemistry (AS205) Art-BFA Integrated Mathematics (ED194)
Biochemistry (AS204) Pre-Art Education Integrated Social Studies (ED195)
Classical Civilization (AS198) 2D Studies Specialization (AS134)*2 Life Sciences (ED196)
Computer Science (AS220) 3D Studies Specialization (AS133)*2 Life Sciences and Chemistry (ED197)
(Business Systems, Geographic Digital Arts (AS158) 2 Life Sciences and Earth Sciences (ED198)
Information Systems) (Computer Animation, Digital Imaging, Life Sciences and Physics (ED199)
Creative Writing (AS290) Interactive Media) Physical Sciences: Chemistry (ED200)
Economics (AS265) Pre-Graphic Design (AS171)* 2 Physical Sciences: Chemistry and Physics
English (AS280) Three-Dimensional Studies (AS131)2 (ED201)
Ethnic Studies (AS299) (Ceramics, Fiber/Fabric, Glass, Jewelry and Physical Sciences: Physics (ED202)
Film Metalsmithing, Sculpture) Business Education (ED162)
Film Production (AS169) Two-Dimensional Studies (AS129)2 Early Childhood Education (ED245)*
Film Studies (AS170) (Drawing, Painting, Photography, (Pre-K through 3rd)
Foreign Language Printmaking) Foreign Language Education
French (AS305) French (ED171)
German (AS360) School of Communication Studies German (ED271)
Latin (AS530) Interpersonal Communication (AS837)* Latin (ED571)
Russian (AS750) Journalism (AS908)* Russian (ED771)
Spanish (AS850) (Broadcast Journalism, Print Journalism, Spanish (ED871)
Latin American Culture Studies (AS851) Public Relations) Marketing Education (ED544)
History (AS420) Telecommunications (AS926) Middle Childhood Education (ED248)*
Individualized Planned Program (AS045) (Broadcast TV, Radio and Audio, (4th through 9th)
International Studies (AS480) Electronic Media Management,
Liberal Studies (AS538)* New Media Technologies) School of Intervention Services
Mathematics (AS550) Teacher Preparation
Actuarial Science (AS552) School of Earth, Environment   Deaf/Hard of Hearing (ED378)*
Applied Mathematics (AS551) and Society Mild-Moderate (ED375)*
Microbiology (AS194) Environmental Policy and Analysis (AS297) Moderate-Intensive (ED376)*
Music (See also College of Musical Arts) Environmental Science (AS294) Non-teacher preparation
(AS590) Geography (AS340) Developmental Disabilities and
Neuroscience (AS515) Geology (AS350) Habilitation (ED249)
Philosophy (AS620) Geochemistry (AS206)
Physics (AS640) Geophysics (AS352)
Applied Physics (AS641) Paleobiology (AS353)

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School of Family and  

Consumer Sciences BGSU Firelands
Non-teacher preparation Huron, Ohio
Apparel Merchandising and Product (These codes ARE NOT for main campus applicants)
Development (ED317)
Dietetics (ED222)* Baccalaureate Degree Programs Visual Media Technology, with majors in:
Human Development and Family Studies Bachelor of Liberal Studies (AF538)* • Interactive Media (FL240)
(ED087) Bachelor of Science in: • Print Media (FL241)
Interior Design (ED314) • Applied Health Science, Allied Health Associate of Applied Science in:
Nutrition Sciences (ED067) Track (HF403) Criminal Justice (FL064)
• Business Administration, General Business Early Childhood Education (FL089)
School of Human Movement,  
(BF320)* Electrical/Electronic Engineering Technology,
Sport and Leisure Studies
• Criminal Justice (HF213)* with majors in:
Teacher preparation • Electromechanical Technology (FL197)
• Education, Early Childhood Education
Physical Education (ED406)* • Electronics and Computer Technology
(EF245)*
Non-teacher preparation • Nursing (RN/BSN Completion Program (FL232)
Athletic Training and Clinic Management in consortium with Medical University of Health Information Technology (FL16P)
(ED101)* Ohio College of Nursing) (HF646)* Human Services (FL065)
Dance (ED226)* • Technology, Advanced Technological Industrial Technology, with majors in:
Exercise Science (ED261)* Education (TF156)* • Manufacturing (FL251)
(Exercise Programming, Human Movement) • Technology, Visual Communication • Mechanical Design (FL237)
Recreation (ED720)* Technology (TF890)* Nursing (Courses offered at BGSU Firelands
(Recreation Administration, Therapeutic with degrees awarded by Lorain County
Associate Degree Programs Community College)
Recreation)
Sport Management Transfer Programs • RN program (HF604)
Sport Communication (ED836)* Associate of Arts (FL001) - 1st two years of • LPN to RN program (ACCESS program)
Sport Enterprise (ED793)* a Bachelor’s degree (HF604)
Sport Marketing (ED790)* Associate of Science (FL903) - 1st two years Radiologic Technology (FL85P)***
Tourism/Event Planning of a Bachelor’s degree Respiratory Care Technology (FL17P)***
Tourism Industry Administration (ED172)* Career and Technical Majors Associate of Technical Study (FL005)#
Tourism Studies (ED173)* Associate of Applied Business in: Associate of Technical Study in Emergency
Business Management Technology, Medical Technician-Paramedic (FL196)
College of Health and with majors in: Associate of Technical Study in Radiologic
Human Services • Accounting (FL105) Science (FL257)
Applied Health Sciences • General Business Management (FL319) One-Year Certificate Programs
Allied Health (HH403) • Industrial Management (FL322)
Business Management Technology -
Applied Microbiology (HH580) Computer Science Technology,
Areas of concentration:
Community Health ( HH263) with majors in:
• Bookkeeping (FLBKC)
Health Care Administration (HH400) • Computer Networking Specialist (FL243)
• Management and Supervision (FLM&S)
Health Science (HH404) • Computer Support Specialist (FL244)
• Small Business Management (FLSBM)
Pre-Physical Therapy (HH404)*
Business Application Specialist (FLBAC)
Communication Disorders (HH867)*
Criminal Justice (HH213)*
Environmental Health (HH293)* Aviation Technical Management (TN107)* Undecided in Musical Arts (MA32)*1
Gerontology (HH365)* Flight Technology and Operations (TN109)* Undecided in Technology (TN34)
Long-term Care Administration (HH609)* Construction Management and Technology Note: Programs may be subject to change
Medical Technology (HH570) (TN176)* without notice.
Nursing (in consortium with the University of Electromechanical Systems Technology * Programs marked with one asterisk require students
Toledo Health Science Campus) (TN258)* to pass a set of coursework, usually within the
Pre-Nursing Baccalaureate (HH652)* Electronics and Computer Technology first two years of study, before they are officially
Social Work (HH842)* admitted to the major.
(TN234)*
** Programs marked with two asterisks are not
Engineering Technology (TN262)* academic majors. They are pre-professional
College of Musical Arts Technology Education (TN451) programs which help to prepare students for
Jazz Studies (MA500)*1 Visual Communication Technology (TN890)* professional schools, such as law or medicine. These
Music Composition (MA503)* 1 pre-professional programs require a disciplinary or
interdisciplinary major.
Music Education (MA591)* 1 Undecided *** These programs are selective admissions. After
Music History and Literature (MA593)* 1 Pre-Major Advising (PM98) students are admitted to pre-programs based on
Music Performance (MA592)* 1 (Undecided about your college and admissions requirements, they go through an
World Music (MA611)* 1 area of study) additional review and/or application process before
they are officially admitted to the major.
Undecided in Art-BFA (AS130)2 #
This is a student-developed combination of courses
College of Technology Undecided in Arts and Sciences (AS20) in a specific area of concentration not available in
Architectural/Environmental Design Studies Undecided in Business (BA025) other degree programs. Applicant’s plan of study
(TN230)* Undecided in Education and Human must be approved prior to admissions to the major.
Aviation Studies (TN145)* Development (ED31)
1
Entrance audition required.
2
Aviation Management and Operations Portfolio review required.
Undecided in Health and Human Services
(TN106)* (HH36)

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Admissions and February/March 2008. Housing

agreements mailed to admitted students; Test Dates
Financial Aid Schedule
continues as students are admitted ACT
(main campus only). Registration Deadlines Test Dates
August 1, 2007. Applications may be
submitted for admissions consideration for Sept. 21, 2007 Oct. 27, 2007
March 1, 2008. To be considered for Nov. 2, 2007 Dec. 8, 2007
enrollment in fall 2007. maximum financial aid for the upcoming Jan. 4, 2008 Feb. 9, 2008*
school year, submit the Free Application for March 7, 2008 April 12, 2008
October 1, 2007. Notification begins of Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) by this date.
admission decisions for fall 2007 for students May 9, 2008 June 14, 2008
who have complete credentials. April 2008. Information mailed to * February test date not available in New York

entering freshmen about fall Orientation & SAT

October 20, 2007. Preview Day. Future Registration. Complete details and sign-up
students and their families may view displays Registration Deadlines Test Dates
information included.
from 9 a.m. to noon in the Bowen-Thompson Sept. 10, 2007 Oct. 6, 2007
Student Union (main campus), and take Oct. 2, 2007 Nov. 3, 2007
May 1, 2008. Signed residential agree-
a campus tour. Faculty, staff and students Oct. 30, 2007 Dec. 1, 2007
ment card, initial payment and completed
will be available to answer your questions. Dec. 26, 2007 Jan. 26, 2008
On-Campus Housing Preference Form due
Register online at www.bgsu.edu Jan. 29, 2008 March 1, 2008
to reserve a space in the housing system.
(SAT I only)
This lets BGSU know of your intention to
November 8, 2007. Deadline for creden- March 1, 2008 May 3, 2008
enroll in fall semester 2008.
tials (including official ACT or SAT test results) April 6, 2008 June 7, 2008
for all applicants who wish to be considered May 2008. Request for senior grades and
for an Alumni Laureate Scholarship. Note: Have your test scores  
verification of graduation mailed to high
The deadline to request the Alumni Laureate sent directly to BGSU:
school guidance counselors for all admitted
Scholarship application from the Office of entering freshmen. ACT Code for BGSU: 3240
Alumni Affairs is Oct. 30. SAT Code for BGSU: 1069
June 2008. BGSU Firelands: Information
December 1, 2007. Preview Day. mailed to admitted students about
Events similar to those listed above on summer registration/orientation programs
October 20 are scheduled. Register online at for fall classes.
www.bgsu.edu University Calendar 2008-09
June/July 2008. Orientation & Registration Fall Semester 20087
January 2008. Complete and file the Free program for freshmen (main campus; specific Aug. 25 Classes begin
Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) dates to be announced). Sept. 1 Labor Day, no classes
as soon as possible. Oct. 9 Fall break begins
July 2008. BGSU Firelands: Registration/ Oct. 13 Classes resume
January 15, 2008. Deadline for credentials orientation sessions for new BGSU Firelands Nov. 11 Veterans Day observed, no classes
(including official ACT or SAT test results) students (specific dates to be arranged). Nov. 26 Thanksgiving recess begins
for all those who wish to be considered for Dec. 1 Classes resume
freshman academic scholarships (except August 21, 2008. First-year students move Dec. 12 Classes end
BGSU Firelands) Note: The Alumni Laureate into residence halls. Dec. 15 Examinations begin
Scholarship deadline is Nov. 9, 2008. (Oct. 30 Dec. 19 Fall semester ends
is the deadline to request an application.) August 22, 2008. First-year students begin Dec. 20 Commencement
three-day BGeXperience introduction (main
BGSU Firelands: For scholarship consider- campus). Spring Semester 2009
ation, applicants must be admitted to BGSU Jan. 12 Classes begin
Firelands by May 1. August 24, 2008. New student Jan. 19 Martin Luther King Day, no classes
convocation. March 9 Spring recess begins
February 1, 2008. To assure consideration March 16 Classes resume
for admission, complete the application for August 25, 2008. Fall semester classes May 1 Classes end
admission and all credentials by this date. begin (both campuses). May 4 Examinations begin
Because enrollment is limited by the state of May 8 Spring semester ends
Ohio, the admissions closing date is unpre- Bowling Green State University subscribes to May 9 Commencement
dictable, making early application essential. the Statement of Principles of Good Practice
and Statement of Students’ Rights and Dates in the above calendar are subject to
February 18, 2008. Presidents' Day Responsibilities for members of the National change. For confirmation of the academic
Open House. High school students and their Association for College Admission Counseling. year calendar, please contact the Office of
families may participate in special presenta- Admissions, toll free at 1-866-CHOOSE BGSU.
tions sponsored by the Office of Admissions, To confirm dates for the summer session,
take a campus tour, preview the residence contact the Office of Continuing & Extended
halls and talk with University representatives. Education, 419-372-8181.
Reservations are required.

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 FOR OFFICE USE ONLY
Y ou can  A pply onl i ne at  w w w . bgsu . edu PROF AF DATE INITIAL ACTION

_________ ________ HST, TEST

___________________
Bowling Green State University ACT AS _________ ________ ___________________
Application for Undergraduate Admission _________ ________ ___________________

SAT ASP OFFER _________ ________ ___________________

_________ ________ ___________________

Please type or print all information.  

Include a check or money order for $40 payable to BGSU.

1. Name____________________________________________________________________ 2. Soc. Sec. No.________—_______—_____________

last first M.I. preferred first name previous name (if any)

3. Permanent address________________________________________________________________________________________________________
street city state zip

4. Birthdate__________________________ 5. ■ Female ■ Male 6. Home telephone ( __________ ) _______________________________

mo day yr

7. Email address_____________________________________________________________________________________________________________

8. Racial/ethnic background (optional): ■ AI
American Indian/Alaskan Native ■ AP
Asian/ Pacific Islander
■ B
Black ■ HL
Hispanic/Latino ■ W
White ■ O
Other (please specify)_______________________________________________________
9. Non-U.S. Citizens Only: Include a photocopy of your Resident Alien Identification Card with this application.
Please check: ■ I have an immigrant visa. Date issued__________________________ A#_____________________________________
Country of citizenship______________________________________________________________________________________
10. Have you been an Ohio resident for at least one year? ■ Yes ■ No
11. County of residence ___________________________________________________________

12. Father BGSU Alumnus:

■ Yes ■ No Mother BGSU Alumna: ■ Yes ■ No

13. Name of High School_________________________________ 14. ACT/CEEB high school code number_____ ____ _____ ____ ____ ___
(obtain from your guidance office)

_________________________________________________________________
city state zip

15. High School Graduation Date_________________________ or GED Completion Date (if applicable)_________________________
mo yr mo yr

16. Have you ever applied to or attended BGSU? ■ Yes ■ No

17. Have you attended any post-secondary institutions? ■ Yes ■ No
If you have attended any college, university, technical institute or other post-secondary degree-granting institution, you must give the name, address
and dates of attendance in chronological order. Include coursework completed at BGSU and any coursework completed through PSEOP. An official
transcript must be sent from each institution except BGSU.
Dates Attended Credit Hours
Name of Institution Location From (mo/yr) To (mo/yr) Attempted

18. Applicants must account for all time since high school. Unless you are a high school senior, list all work experiences, school or military service
since graduation if it is not included in the section above.

____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

19. ACT was taken______________ will be taken____________ SAT was taken_______________ will be taken_____________
mo yr mo yr mo yr mo yr
3 1 2
20. Term you wish to begin (check one): ■ Fall, August (yr)_____ ■ Spring, January (yr)_____ ■ Summer, June (yr)_____
21. I am applying for admission to (check one): ■ Main Campus ■ BGSU Firelands ■ Evening Program
Bowling Green, OH Huron, OH Main Campus, commuters

22. Major_____________________________________________________________ Major Code_________________________________

(Select major and only one major code from list on pages 4 and 5 of this form. LIST ONLY ONE.)
Following admission to BGSU, acceptance into a pre-BFA art program in the School of Art requires a portfolio review; acceptance into the College of Musical Arts
requires an audition; acceptance into the Musical Theatre specialization requires an audition; entrance into the College of Business Administration is selective.
23. Housing request (check one):
■ I am applying for campus residence hall accommodations (available at main campus only).
■ I request authorization to attend the University by commuting from my home to campus.
(commuters must live within 50 miles of Bowling Green and reside with parent, guardian or spouse or be over the age of 23)

Important! Continued on reverse side. Signature required.

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 24. High school foreign language courses
  Check the language and the years completed or currently enrolled

8th 9th 10th 11th 12th

Spanish
French
German
Latin
American Sign Language
Other:

25. High school activities (optional)

  Check years of involvement

Organization 9th 10th 11th 12th

Band or orchestra
Choir or vocal ensemble
Leadership/class officer
Community service
Athletics
Other(s):

26. Parent/guardian information

■ Mother ■ Father ■ Other ■ Mother ■ Father ■ Other

Name____________________________________________ Name____________________________________________

Address__________________________________________ Address__________________________________________
street street

__________________________________________________ __________________________________________________
city state zip city state zip

Home telephone__________________________________ Home telephone__________________________________

Parent email address__________________________________ Parent email address__________________________________

27. Have you been convicted of a felony?

■ Yes ■ No (if yes, please attach an explanation)
28. If you would like the Admissions Committee to consider any additional information, please provide that information
on a separate piece of paper.

Note for student with disabilities: For information on access, adaptations or accommodations, you may contact Disability Services at
419-372-8495, or visit the office Web site at www.bgsu.edu/offices/sa/disability

I certify that the information hereon is complete, accurate and true to the best of my knowledge. I understand that my
misrepresentation of facts hereon will be cause for refusal of admission, cancellation of admission or expulsion from the University
if discovered subsequently. I agree that as a student I am subject to the Code of Student Conduct of Bowling Green State University.

Signature___________________________________________________________________ Date_______________________________________________

Mail completed application and nonrefundable processing fee of $40 to:

Office of Admissions • Bowling Green State University • 110 McFall Center • Bowling Green, Ohio 43403-0085
Make check or money order payable to BGSU. Your canceled check will be your receipt. Please do not send cash. BGSU is an AA/EEO institution.

for office use only

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 Financial Aid
Including Grants, Scholarships, Loans and Employment

419-372-2651 Unsubsidized Direct Loan and PLUS Loan are Grant is limited to qualifying Ohio residents.
www.bgsu.edu/offices/sfa not based on need and may be used to help Students who have a 3.0 GPA and receive
email: sfa@bgnet.bgsu.edu meet the EFC. the OCOG can also receive a matching BGSU
Federal regulations require that award. Residents of other states may qualify
Financial aid is available to help pay for your recipients of federal financial aid must be for state grants to attend BGSU.
instructional and general fees, nonresident either citizens of the United States or
fees (if applicable), room, meals, books, eligible noncitizens. Loans
transportation and personal expenses.
Loans must be repaid, usually after you
Currently, 69% of all BGSU students receive Scholarships graduate, withdraw from college or drop
some type of financial assistance. www.bgsu.edu/offices/sfa below half-time enrollment status (6 credit
In general, there are four types of financial BGSU awards on an average of 5,800 hours). Student loans provide low interest
aid: grants, scholarships, loans and employ- scholarships totaling approximately rates, attractive repayment options and
ment. Grants and scholarships are considered $20 million each year to BGSU students. deferment/cancellation opportunities.
“gift aid” and generally do not have to be Many of those awards, ranging from $300 Some loans are based on financial need
repaid, while loans and employment are to full tuition, went to freshmen and are as determined by the FAFSA; others do not
considered “self-help aid.” renewable (see chart pages 10-11). require that you demonstrate financial need.
At Bowling Green, most types of financial Scholarships are based upon attributes The Federal Direct Parent Loan for
aid are coordinated by Student Financial such as outstanding academic achievement, Undergraduate Students (PLUS) is available
Aid. Although most aid is based on full-time service and talent. Most are not based on to parents of BGSU students to assist in the
enrollment, part-time students may be eligible financial circumstances. Applications for payment of tuition and eligible expenses.
for grants, scholarships, employment and departmental and college awards can be Visit the Student Financial Aid Process
low-interest loans (see chart, page 12). obtained from the respective department Web site www.bgsu.edu/offices/sfa for
To be considered for need-based financial or college. An application for Foundation details.
assistance at BGSU, you must be an admitted scholarships awarded through the SFA
student AND file the Free Application for office can be obtained from the SFA Web
Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). FAFSA forms Employment
site. The "Freshman Scholarship Guide"
are available from your high school guidance lists all University-wide and departmental Each year Bowling Green employs about
counselor in late December. After January 1, scholarships, as well as application criteria and 4,500 students. Positions are available in
you may file the FAFSA online at www.fafsa. award amounts for freshmen and transfer almost every on-campus administrative office,
ed.gov. When completing the FAFSA, be sure students. To view all scholarships, visit the academic department and service area. A
to list BGSU's school code: 003018. BGSU’s Student Financial Aid Web site, www.bgsu. limited number of community service jobs are
priority deadline is March 1. edu/offices/sfa. available both on and off campus.
All prospective students and their parents If you are admitted to the University Most student employees work between
are encouraged to complete and submit by January 15, 2008, have at least a 3.5 10 and 15 hours per week and are paid
the FAFSA since there is no processing fee. cumulative grade point average at the end at or slightly above minimum wage with
Changes in federal student aid programs have of your sixth semester of high school and regular raises for continued service and good
made nearly all families eligible for some type score at least 23 on the ACT or 1050 on the performance. Employment is part of some
of financial aid. SAT critical reading plus math, you will be students' financial aid package, but not
The FAFSA utilizes a set of feder- considered automatically for BGSU's directly deducted from the student’s bursar
ally mandated formulas to determine the academic scholarships for entering (billing) account.
minimum amount of money students and freshmen. Please note: Your official ACT
their family are expected to contribute or SAT test results must be received by the BGNet/MyBGSU Accounts
towards educational expenses. This amount University by the January 15 deadline for
is called the Expected Family Contribution or Once admitted you will receive information
scholarship consideration. about setting up BGNet email and MyBGSU
EFC. To determine eligibility for financial aid,
BGSU's Student Financial Aid subtracts your Web portal accounts. You must activate your
EFC from the cost of attending BGSU. These
Grants accounts to receive awards and financial aid
costs include instructional and general fees, Grants do not require repayment and application updates.
nonresident fees, where applicable, room, usually are awarded on the basis of financial
meals, books, transportation and personal need. The Federal Pell Grant, Ohio College
expenses. If the cost of attendance is higher Opportunity Grant (OCOG) and the Federal
than the EFC, a financial aid "package" is put Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant
together, based on need, to help meet the (FSEOG) are three examples of need-based
difference between the cost and the student's grants available to BGSU students.
EFC. This package is limited by funding To be considered for the Federal Pell
availability and program maximums. Some Grant, FSEOG and OCOG, you must first
students are eligible for additional types of aid submit the FAFSA. Federal and state grant
that are not based on need. For instance, the eligibility is limited to lower-income students.
Eligibility for the Ohio College Opportunity

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 Scholarships
University Freshman Academic Scholarship
To qualify
> 3.5 cumulative grade point average (GPA) on a 4.0 scale at the end of the junior year AND
> 23 or higher ACT composite or 1050 or higher SAT
critical reading plus math
> Awards are automatic and renewable ranging from $1,500 or $2,500 to FULL TUITION
AWARDS (nonresidents also receive one-half off the nonresident fee)

Other BGSU Freshman Scholarships (Main Campus)

Value
Scholarship Eligibility Application Process Value

University Tuition Demonstrate financial need as established by the Have all application credentials on file Instructional/general fees Limited
Scholarship for FAFSA. Other factors in determining eligibility in the Office of Admissions by Jan. 15. number (R)
Underrepresented include academic achievement (minimum 3.0 Complete separate application. File the
Students GPA, 21 or higher ACT or 1,000 or higher SAT FAFSA by March 1
(critical reading plus math), race/ethnicity, location
of high school attended, state or Ohio county
of residence, commitment and contribution to
diversity and/or alternative measures of academic
achievement.

BG Success 3.0 GPA or 21 or higher ACT or 1000 or higher Have all application credentials on file in One-half off nonresident No Limit (R)
Scholarship SAT (critical reading plus math); non-Ohio the Office of Admissions by Jan. 15 fee (current value $3,654)
resident

Falcon Soars Access 3.0 GPA and have received an Ohio College Have all application credentials on file in Matches Ohio College No Limit (R)
Scholarship Grant Opportunity Grant the Office of Admissions by Jan. 15. File Opportunity Grant
the FAFSA by March 1 ($2,496 proposed
maximum)

Orange and Brown Have received either a President or Faculty Have all application credentials on file in $1,000 grant No Limit
Scholarship Grant Achievement scholarship and demonstrate the Office of Admissions by Jan. 15. File
financial need as established on the FAFSA the FAFSA by March 1

Department/Major Varies by department/major Listed in the “BGSU Scholarship Guide” Varies More than
Scholarships 900 (Varies)

Alumni Laureate 3.5 GPA and score at least 27 on the ACT or The deadline to request an Alumni Instructional/general fees Limited
1100 on the SAT. Must demonstrate excellence in Laureate application is Oct. 30. Call plus $1,000 book award number (R)
leadership, scholarship and citizenship Alumni Affairs at 419-372-2701 or
email alumni@bgsu.edu to request an
application. Students must have all
application credentials on file in the
Office of Admissions by Nov. 8. Alumni
Laureate application must be on file in
Office of Alumni Affairs by 5 p.m., Nov. 8

Alumni Chapter Many alumni chapters throughout the nation Students who have all application Varies No Limit
Scholarships provide endowed scholarships for residents in credentials on file in the Office of
their geographical area. Each scholarship has its Admissions by Jan. 15 will be encouraged
own criteria. A complete list is available online at to apply. Applications will be available
www.bgsualumni.com online at www.bgsualumni.com

Academic Investment Female or member of underrepresented group, Have all application credentials on file in $1,500 initial year; up to 20 (R)
in Math and Science with major in natural sciences, computer science the Office of Admissions by Jan. 15. All $3,000 subsequent years
(AIMS) or mathematics (and education related to those AIMS application credentials must be on
majors); minimum 3.0 high school GPA file in AIMS office by March 1. Contact
419-372-0471 for AIMS application

President's Demonstrated leadership and community Have all application credentials on file Instructional/general fees Limited
Leadership Academy involvement and regular admission to in the Office of Admissions by Jan. number (R)
Bowling Green State University 15. Contact the President's Leadership
Academy office at 419-372-9623 for
a President's Leadership Academy
application and the deadline date. A
select number of students will be invited
to interview

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 BGSU Financial Aid Programs
NOTE: All programs except PLUS and Federal Direct Unsubsidized Loans are based on financial need.

Annual   Application/Forms
Eligibility Amounts Submissions Deadlines Notification/Comments

Federal Pell Undergraduates $4,310 maximum File Free Application for The result of your FAFSA A Federal Student Aid Report
Grant obtaining first in 2007-08 Federal Student Aid must be received by (SAR) is sent to you. If the SAR
baccalaureate (FAFSA) as soon as possible Bowling Green’s financial data is correct, keep SAR for
degree after Jan. 1 for following aid office by the last day your records
summer, fall and spring of your enrollment for the
semesters academic year

Ohio College Ohio residents $2,496 proposed File FAFSA as soon as pos- FAFSA data must be Upon the Ohio Board of
Opportunity who have not yet maximum in sible after Jan. 1 for follow- received by Oct. 1; submit Regents approval, BGSU
Grant (OCOG) earned a baccalau- 2007-08 ing summer, fall and spring FAFSA as soon as possible Student Financial Aid will send
reate degree semesters after Jan. 1 you a “Financial Aid Award”
notification

FSEOG: Federal Highest need; $1,000 maximum File FAFSA as soon as FAFSA must be received by BGSU Student Financial Aid
Supplemental students with in 2007-08 possible after Jan. 1 for March 1 each year for will send you a “Financial Aid
Educational lowest ($0) family following fall and spring consideration Award” notification
Opportunity contributions semesters
Grant

Federal Perkins High need; $2,000 maximum File FAFSA as soon as FAFSA must be received by BGSU Student Financial Aid
Loan students with low- in 2007-08 possible after Jan. 1 for March 1 each year for will send you a “Financial Aid
est family contribu- following fall and spring consideration Award” notification. You
tions semesters must also sign and return a
promissory note

Nursing Loan High need. Must $4,000 maximum File FAFSA as soon as FAFSA must be received by BGSU Student Financial Aid
be admitted to the in 2007-08 possible after Jan. 1 for March 1 each year for will send you a “Financial Aid
School of Nursing following fall and spring consideration Award” notification. You must
(Pre-nursing majors semesters also sign and return a
are not eligible) promissory note

William D. Ford Undergraduate $3,500 maximum for File FAFSA as soon as pos- FAFSA should be on file at You must complete a master
Federal Direct and graduate freshmen; $4,500 for sible after Jan. 1 for follow- least 8 weeks before the promissory note and entrance
Subsidized and students sophomores; $5,500 ing summer, fall and spring end of the semester you loan counseling before loan
Unsubsidized for juniors and seniors; semesters wish to apply proceeds can be applied to your
Loan $8,500 for graduate bursar account
students

University Undergraduate Up to $1,000 in 2007-08 File FAFSA as soon as FAFSA must be received by BGSU Student Financial Aid
Need-based and graduate possible after Jan. 1 for March 1 each year for will send you a “Financial Aid
Programs students following fall and spring consideration Award” notification
semesters

Federal Undergraduate Maximum based on File FAFSA as soon as FAFSA must be received by BGSU Student Financial Aid
Work-Study and graduate financial need; most stu- possible after Jan. 1 for March 1 each year for will send you a “Financial Aid
(FWS) students dents earn $500-$2,000 following fall and spring consideration Award” notification. You
per academic year semesters interview for jobs with
FWS-eligible employers

PLUS: PLUS is Amount is based on cost Form available online at PLUS Loan pre-application PLUS approval is subject to a
Federal Direct for parent of attendance minus any www.bgsu.edu/offices/sfa. should be on file at least credit check. If approved, your
Parent Loan for borrowers of estimated or awarded Submit PLUS pre-applica- 8 weeks before the end parents complete a promissory
Undergraduate dependent financial aid (including tion to BGSU Student of the semester you wish note, loan proceeds will be
Students students Federal Direct Unsubsi- Financial Aid to apply applied to your bursar account
dized Loan)

Academic Federal Pell Grant $750 for freshmen; File FAFSA as soon as FAFSA must be received BGSU Student Financial Aid
Competitiveness recipient; full-time $1,300 for sophomores possible after Jan. 1 for by the last day of your will send you a “Financial Aid
Grant enrollment; must following summer, fall and enrollment for the Award” notification
have attended spring semesters academic year
a rigorous high
school; minimum
3.0 GPA

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