Race & Ethnicity
Bowling Green State University has a diverse student body with 19% students of color and 1% international students, creating a rich multicultural learning environment that celebrates students from all racial and ethnic backgrounds.
Racial & Ethnic Composition
Diversity Highlights
Cultural Engagement
Bowling Green State University offers numerous cultural organizations, diversity programs, and multicultural events that celebrate the rich backgrounds of our student community.
Gender Distribution
Bowling Green State University has a gender distribution of 56% female students and 44% male students.
Overall Gender Distribution
Gender Statistics
34% of total enrollment
44% of total enrollment
Age Distribution
Bowling Green State University serves a diverse student population across multiple age demographics. The university enrolls 65% traditional college-age students (18-21 years old) and 5% non-traditional students aged 25 and older.
Undergraduate Ages
Graduate Student Ages
Age Diversity Insights
65%
Traditional Age (18-21)
5%
Non-Traditional (25+)
21%
Graduate Students
Geographic Diversity
Bowling Green State University attracts students from across the United States and internationally, with 1% international students contributing to a globally diverse campus community. The student body includes 87% in-state residents, 11% out-of-state students, and 1% international students, creating rich cross-cultural learning opportunities.
Geographic Origin
Regional Representation
87% of student body
11% of student body
1% of student body
States Represented
37 states are represented on campus.
Diversity Metrics
Ethnic Diversity
19%
Students of Color
Gender Balance
56%
Female Students
Global Reach
1%
International
Age Diversity
5%
Non-Traditional Age