Bowling Green State University-Firelands

One University Drive
Huron, OH 44839
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  • 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 1,997 students (49% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 25:1 is lower than the state community college average of 27:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the state average of 34%.

School Overview

The teacher population of 81 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Bowling Green State University-Firelands(OH) Community College Avg.
Carnegie ClassificationAssociate's Colleges: High Transfer-Mixed Traditional/NontraditionalBaccalaureate/Associate's Colleges: Associate's Dominant
Institution LevelAt least 2 but less than 4 yearsAt least 2 yrs but < 4 yrs
Institution ControlPublicPrivate, for profit
Total Faculty81 staff39 staff
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Student Body

The student population of Bowling Green State University-Firelands has declined by 12% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 25:1 has stayed the same over five years.
The Bowling Green State University-Firelands diversity score of 0.41 is less than the state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has grown by 42% over five years.
Total Enrollment1,997 students823 students
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Student : Teacher Ratio25:127:1
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# Full-Time Students986 students475 students
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# Part-Time Students1,011 students348 students
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% Asian
1%
2%
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% Hispanic
5%
4%
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% Black
6%
14%
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% White
76%
66%
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% Two or more races
4%
3%
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% Non Resident races
4%
3%
% Unknown races
4%
8%
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Diversity Score0.410.53
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College Completion Rate
11%
27%
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Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)$42,200$30,800
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Tuition Cost and Acceptance Rate

The public in-state tuition of $4,946 is more than the state average of $4,856. 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 $11,120. The out-state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees$4,946$4,856
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Out-State Tuition Fees$12,254$11,120
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% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid81%90%
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Median Debt for Graduates$25,251$19,930
This chart display median debt for students who have completed a certificate or degree in Bowling Green State University-Firelands and average median debt for community college students who have completed a certificate or degree in OH by year, with the latest 2017-18 school year data.
Median Debt for Dropouts$8,500$6,500
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Source: 2019 (or latest year available) 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.

Nearby Schools

The nearest community college to Bowling Green State University-Firelands is Ohio Business College-Sandusky (7.2 miles away).
  • College Location Mi. Students
  • Ohio Business College-Sandusky
    Private for-profit
    160 students | 7.20 Mi5202 Timber Commons Drive
    Sandusky, OH 44870
    (888) 627-8345     7.20160
  • Ohio Business College-Sheffield
    Ohio Business College-Sheffield Photo
    Private for-profit
    199 students | 24.30 Mi5095 Waterford Dr.
    Sheffield Village, OH 44035
    (888) 514-3126     24.30199
  • Lorain County Community College
    Public
    10,644 students | 24.40 Mi1005 North Abbe Rd
    Elyria, OH 44035
    (440) 365-5222     24.4010,644
  • Terra State Community College
    Terra State Community College Photo - Roy W. Klay Hall at Terra State
    Public
    2,101 students | 32.20 Mi2830 Napoleon Rd
    Fremont, OH 43420
    (419) 334-8400     32.202,101
  • Bryant & Stratton College-Parma
    Private for-profit
    309 students | 39.30 Mi12955 Snow Rd
    Parma, OH 44130
    (216) 265-3151     39.30309
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Quick Stats (2021-22)
  • Students: 1,997 students
  • In-state tuition: $4,946
  • Out-state tuition: $12,254
  • Student:teacher ratio: 25:1
  • Minority enrollment: 24%
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For Ohio public community colleges, the average tuition is approximately $4,856 per year for in-state students and $11,120 for out-of-state students. For private community colleges, the average yearly tuition is approximately $13,406 per year. Read more about average community college tuition costs across the country.

The average community college acceptance rate in Ohio is 76%. Read more about national community college acceptance rates.

Ohio community colleges have a diversity score of 0.53, which is lower than the national average of 0.73. The most diverse community college in Ohio is Ohio Business College-Sheffield. Read more about community college diversity statistics in the USA.
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