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Bowling Green State University Softball

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

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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

Bowling Green State University Softball coaches

Coaches at Bowling Green State University who recruit Women's Softball, head coach first.

Michelle GardnerHead Softball Coach
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Greg McQuillinAssistant Softball Coach
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Indya SmithAssistant Softball Coach
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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

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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 Softball

How the program competes and what the school is like.

Michelle Gardner, the Head Softball Coach, leads the Bowling Green State University Softball staff of 3 coaches, verified September 2026. Bowling Green State University (BGSU) competes in NCAA Division I Softball as a member of the Mid-American Conference. 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 Softball

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

  1. Find the right coachEmail Michelle Gardner, the Head Softball Coach and Greg McQuillin, the Assistant Softball Coach. Bowling Green State University has 3 coaches for Softball, so write to the one who recruits your position or event, not only the head coach.
  2. Lead with your numbersPut your position, and measurables like pitching speed, exit velocity or pop time in the subject line and first sentences. Division I coaches recruit early and compare you against national results, so verified numbers matter.
  3. Send your videoInclude a skills video with game footage, with the link near the top so Michelle can watch without scrolling.
  4. Show the academic fitAdmitted students at Bowling Green State University 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.
  5. Follow upCoaches rarely reply to the first email. Follow up with the Bowling Green State University staff after a week, and again after your next game with updated results.
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Questions

Bowling Green State University Softball FAQ

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

Is Bowling Green State University D1?

Yes. Bowling Green State University competes in NCAA Division I Softball, in the Mid-American Conference.

Is Bowling Green State University public or private?

Bowling Green State University is a public school in Bowling Green, Ohio.

What conference is Bowling Green State University Softball in?

The Mid-American Conference.

Does Bowling Green State University offer athletic scholarships for Softball?

Bowling Green State University competes in NCAA Division I, where programs can offer athletic scholarships. The number and size of awards vary, so ask the coaches directly.

How many coaches does Bowling Green State University Softball have?

3 coaches, led by Michelle Gardner, the Head Softball 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.

What SAT or ACT score do you need for Bowling Green State University?

Admitted students typically score 1000–1210 on the SAT and 19–26 on the ACT.

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

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

Coaching staff verified September 2026