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 2,287 students (52% of students are full-time).
  • The college's student:teacher ratio of 28:1 is higher than the state community college average of 27:1.
  • Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the state average of 27%.
  • Bowling Green State University-Firelands is one of 2 community colleges within Erie County, OH.
  • The nearest community college to Bowling Green State University-Firelands is Ohio Business College-Sandusky (7.2 miles away).

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 ClassificationBaccalaureate / Associates CollegesBaccalaureate / Associates Colleges
Institution LevelLess than 2 yrsFour or more years
Institution ControlPublicPrivate, non-profit
Total Faculty81 staff35 staff
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Student Body

  • The student population of Bowling Green State University-Firelands has stayed relatively flat over five years.
  • The student:teacher ratio of 28:1 has increased from 27:1 over five years.
  • The Bowling Green State University-Firelands diversity score of 0.29 is less than the state average of 0.44. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment2,287 students734 students
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Student : Teacher Ratio28:127:1
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# Full-Time Students1,191 students450 students
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# Part-Time Students1,096 students284 students
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% Asian		-
1%
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% Hispanic
4%
3%
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% Black
6%
12%
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% White
84%
73%
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% Two or more races
1%
1%
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% Unknown races
3%
10%
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Diversity Score0.290.44
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College Completion Rate
13%
31%
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Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)$42,200$30,800
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Finances and Admission

  • The public in-state tuition of $4,946 is less than the state average of $5,885. The in-state tuition has grown by 5% over four years.
  • The public out-state tuition of $12,254 is more than the state average of $11,160. The out-state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees$4,946$5,885
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Out-State Tuition Fees$12,254$11,160
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% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid87%92%
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Median Debt for Graduates$26,000$21,250
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Median Debt for Dropouts$9,500$6,834
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Source: 2016 (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

  • College Location Mi. Students
  • Ohio Business College-Sandusky
    Private, for profit
    264 students | 7.20 Mi5202 Timber Commons Drive
    Sandusky,  OH  44870
    (419) 627-8345     7.20264
  • Ohio Business College-Sheffield
    Ohio Business College-Sheffield Photo
    Private, for profit
    420 students | 24.30 Mi5095 Waterford Dr.
    Elyria,  OH  44035
    (440) 934-3101     24.30420
  • Lorain County Community College
    Public
    11,569 students | 24.40 Mi1005 North Abbe Rd
    Elyria,  OH  44035
    (440) 366-5222     24.4011,569
  • 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
    Public
    541 students | 39.30 Mi12955 Snow Rd
    Cleveland,  OH  44130
    (216) 265-3151     39.30541
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Quick Stats (2021)
  • Students: 2,287 students
  • In-state tuition: $4,946
  • Out-state tuition: $12,254
  • Student:teacher ratio: 28:1
  • Minority enrollment: 16%
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For Ohio public community colleges, the average tuition is approximately $5,885 per year for in-state students and $11,160 for out-of-state students. For private community colleges, the average yearly tuition is approximately $13,841 per year. Read more about average community college tuition costs across the country.

The average community college acceptance rate in Ohio is 82%. Read more about national community college acceptance rates.

Ohio community colleges have a diversity score of 0.44, which is lower than the national average of 0.65. The most diverse community college in Ohio is Herzing University. Read more about community college diversity statistics in the USA.
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