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History & Accreditation
A distinguished history of growth and excellence
Established in 1910 as a teacher-training institution, Bowling Green held its first classes in 1914, and completed construction on the first two buildings the following year. Student enrollment for the initial year totaled 304, with a faculty of 21. The first bachelor's degrees were awarded in 1917.
Since that time, Bowling Green has enjoyed continued growth and demonstrated a commitment to providing education of the highest quality. Here is a timeline of highlights of our growth and development:
| 1929 - |
the functions of Bowling Green were expanded to provide four-year degree programs in the College of Education and the College of Liberal Arts. |
| 1935 - |
the College of Business Administration and graduate programs were added, and Bowling Green attained full university status. |
| 1947 - |
the Graduate School was formed. |
| 1946 - |
extension programs of the University were offered in Sandusky, Ohio. |
| 1963 - |
BGSU awarded its first doctoral degrees in English. |
| 1965 - |
a regional campus of the University, BGSU Firelands in Huron, Ohio, was established to serve Erie, Huron and Ottawa counties. |
| 1973 - |
the College of Health and Human Services — which includes studies in Criminal Justice — was established to provide degree programs in specialized areas in various health and community service fields. |
| 1975 - |
the School of Music was expanded into the College of Musical Arts, and in the same year the Graduate School became the Graduate College. |
| 1985 - |
the School of Technology was granted college status. |
Accreditation
Bowling Green State University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and a member of the North Central Association, 30 LaSalle Street, Suite 2400, Chicago, IL, USA, 60602-2504, 1-800-621-7440.
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