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Bowling Green State University Football

Bowling Green State University (BGSU) · Bowling Green, Ohio · Public university

Recognized
NCAA IMid-American Conference
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Acceptance rate81%of applicants admitted
Graduation rate64%finish within six years
Undergraduates17,594Large (>10,000)
Student-to-faculty17 : 1students per instructor
Coaches

Men's Football coaches

Coaches at Bowling Green State University who recruit Men's Football, head coach first.

Athletics

The program

Where Bowling Green State University competes and how it ranks.

Affiliation
NCAA
Division
Division I
Conference
Mid-American Conference
Program level
Recognized
Athletics site
bgsufalcons.com
Academics

How you compare

The middle 50% of admitted students score inside the blue band. Test policy: Considered but not Required.

SATMiddle 50%: 1000–1210
ACTMiddle 50%: 19–26

Create a profile to see where your scores land.

Popular majors

AccountingAdvertisingAeronautics/Aviation/Aerospace Science and Technology, GeneralAmerican/United States Studies/CivilizationApplied EconomicsArt History, Criticism and ConservationAsian Studies/Civilization
Test policy
Considered but not Required
Student-to-faculty
17 : 1
Graduation rate
64% in six years
Costs

What it costs

Yearly figures. Net price is the average paid after grants and scholarships.

In-state tuitionFor Ohio residents$11,405
Out-of-state tuition$19,393
Average net priceAfter grants and scholarships$24,283
Campus

Where it is

Bowling Green State University in Bowling Green.

Location
Bowling Green, Ohio
Type
Public
Religious affiliation
Not Religiously Affiliated
Time zone
Eastern
Website
bgsu.edu
Overview

About Bowling Green State University Football

How the program competes and what the school is like.

Bowling Green State University (BGSU) competes in NCAA Division I Football as a member of the Mid-American Conference. The program has 18 coaches on staff, led by Eddie George, the Mike and Jan Wilcox Head Football Coach. Bowling Green State University is a large public school in Bowling Green, Ohio with 17,594 undergraduates, a 81% acceptance rate and an average net price of $24,283 a year after aid.

Recruiting

How to get recruited by Bowling Green State University Football

What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.

  1. Find the right coachBowling Green State University has 18 coaches for Football, including the Assistant Head Coach - Tight Ends, Assistant Coach - Wide Receivers and Assistant Coach - Defensive Line. Email the coach who recruits your position or event, not just the head coach.
  2. Lead with your numbersDivision I coaches look at your stats, times or film first. Put your best numbers, position and grad year in the subject line.
  3. Show the academic fitAdmitted students typically score 1000-1210 on the SAT and 19-26 on the ACT, and testing is considered but not required. Mention your GPA and intended major.
  4. Follow upCoaches rarely reply to the first email. Follow up after a week, and again after your next game or meet with updated numbers.
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Questions

Bowling Green State University Football FAQ

Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.

What division is Bowling Green State University Football?

Bowling Green State University competes in NCAA Division I Football.

What conference is Bowling Green State University Football in?

The Mid-American Conference.

How many coaches does Bowling Green State University Football have?

18 coaches, led by Eddie George, the Mike and Jan Wilcox Head Football Coach.

How much does Bowling Green State University cost?

In-state tuition is $11,405 and out-of-state tuition is $19,393 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $24,283.

What is the Bowling Green State University acceptance rate?

81% of applicants are admitted.

How do I contact the Bowling Green State University Football coaches?

Create a free AthleticScholar account to see each coach's email and send a personal message from your own Gmail, with follow-ups until they reply.

Admissions, cost and enrollment figures come from the U.S. Department of Education (IPEDS), latest year available.

Coaching staff verified September 2026