For four decades and counting BGSU Firelands has served the higher education goals and needs of north-central Ohio. Over the years we have grown quite a bit, and our commitment has allowed us to continue to provide access to a major university experience at affordable prices.
School Highlights
Bowling Green State University-Firelands serves 2,085 students (49% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the state community college average of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the state average of 28%.
Quick Stats (2023-24)
Enrollment: 2,085 students
In-state tuition: $4,946
Out-state tuition: $12,254
Student:teacher ratio: 18:1
Minority enrollment: 21%
Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Overview
The teacher population of 113 teachers has grown by 39% over five years.
Bowling Green State University-Firelands
(OH) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associates Colleges
Associates Colleges
Institution Level
Four or more years
Four or more years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Total Faculty
113 staff
91 staff
Student Body
The student population of Bowling Green State University-Firelands has grown by 5% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 has decreased from 19:1 over five years.
The Bowling Green State University-Firelands diversity score of 0.37 is less than the state average of 0.46. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
2,085 students
1,334 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
# Full-Time Students
1,014 students
552 students
# Part-Time Students
1,071 students
782 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
143 students
240 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
1,014 students
555 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
8 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
1,071 students
1,124 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
6 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
200 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
n/a
% Asian
1%
2%
% Hispanic
5%
5%
% Black
8%
12%
% White
79%
72%
% Two or more races
4%
3%
% Non Resident races
1%
1%
% Unknown races
1%
5%
Diversity Score
0.37
0.46
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
11%
25.69%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
2.2%
1.83%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$42,200
$31,900
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $4,946 is less than the state average of $5,192. The in-state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $12,254 is more than the state average of $10,874. The out-state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$4,946
$5,192
Out-State Tuition Fees
$12,254
$10,874
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
84%
90%
Median Debt for Graduates
$25,000
$18,625
Median Debt for Dropouts
$8,250
$6,500
Acceptance Rate
n/a
73%
SAT Reading
n/a
460
SAT Math
n/a
475
SAT Writing
n/a
465
ACT Composite
n/a
21
ACT English
n/a
20
ACT Math
n/a
20
Source: 2021 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Notes
One of Bowling Green State University's seven undergraduate
colleges, located in Huron, Ohio. Situated on 216 acres, four
buildings, plant value of $16.1 million. Thousands of students have
received degrees or have taken courses at BGSU Firelands since it
opened its doors on September 25, 1968. Thousands of citizens have
taken non-credit, lifelong learning courses and attended workshops
and seminars through the Office for Educational Outreach. BGSU
Firelands awards the following associate degrees: associate of
arts, associate of science, associate of applied business in
administrative office systems, associate of applied business in
business management technology, associate of applied business in
computer science technology, associate of applied business in
visual media technology, associate of applied science in criminal
justice, associate of applied science in electrical/electronic
engineering technology, associate of applied sciences in health
information technology, associate of applied science in human
services, associate of applied science in radiologic technology,
associate of applied science in respiratory care technology,
associate of applied science in world class manufacturing,
associate of technical study and associate of technical study in
emergency medical technician--paramedic. BGSU Firelands provides
the first two years of instruction toward the bachelor of science
in nursing degree, serves as the satellite site for the Lorain
County Community College associate of applied science in nursing
program and, in consort with the Medical College of Ohio, offers
the necessary coursework for RNs to complete the bachelor of
science and master of science in nursing degrees. The associate of
applied science in respiratory care technology degree is also
offered as a satellite program at Lorain County Community College.
BGSU Firelands credits are BGSU credits. Bowling Green State
University's accreditation by the North Central Association ensures
that credits earned at Firelands are transferable to most other
colleges and universities.
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Quick Stats (2023-24)
Enrollment: 2,085 students
In-state tuition: $4,946
Out-state tuition: $12,254
Student:teacher ratio: 18:1
Minority enrollment: 21%
Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
For Ohio public community colleges, the average tuition is approximately $5,192 per year for in-state students and $10,874 for out-of-state students. For private community colleges, the average yearly tuition is approximately $13,993 per year. Read more about average community college tuition costs across the country.
