Hello, I am really interested in Bowling Green State University. I have been researching and can't seem to figure out the total cost of attendance. Can anyone help with this? Especially, how much is the tuition?
Sure, I'd be glad to help. Bowling Green State University (BGSU) follows a different fee structure for in-state and out-of-state students. Please note that this is based on the fees for the 2023-2024 academic year and the costs are subject to change every academic year.
For in-state students, the total cost of attendance is approximately $24,936. This includes tuition and fees of approximately $13,730 and room and board costs of around $11,206.
If you are an out-of-state student, the total cost of attendance is roughly $32,924. Tuition and fees for an out-of-state student are around $21,718. The room and board, books and supplies, and other expenses remain the same as for in-state students.
These numbers represent an average and your actual costs may vary depending on things like your choice of housing and meal plan. Remember to consider additional costs that are unique to your situation. For example, if you're going to be driving to campus, parking could be another cost. If you're living off-campus, your housing, transportation and food costs could be quite different.
When considering the cost of a college, it's important to consider the entire picture, which includes the potential for financial aid and scholarships. BGSU offers various scholarship opportunities, grants, loans, and work-study options. It might be beneficial to look into these to understand how much you might need to pay out-of-pocket or with student loans. Definitely use the net price calculator on BGSU's website to account your personal circumstances.
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