From BOWLING GREEN STATE UNIVERSITY
Bowling Green State University has been recognized by Newsweek as one of America’s top online colleges in its newly released 2026 rankings. BGSU ranked No. 3 among Ohio’s public universities based on a survey of more than 10,000 Americans who evaluated their online learning experiences across a variety of areas, including organization, support, price, reputation, success, and practical relevance.
“At BGSU, students become part of a supportive environment designed to provide a high-quality experience from day one,” said Curtis Brant, Ph.D., executive director for BGSU Online. “By providing career-relevant programs that foster engagement, support and accessibility, we are strengthening their connection to the university, which directly contributes to their success.”
BGSU Online offers more than 70 bachelor’s, master’s, and graduate certificate programs for learners at different stages of their academic journey. It also provides the flexibility and accessibility some students need to advance in their current careers or transition to new ones.
BGSU Online students are taught by the same BGSU faculty who teach on campus, helping to ensure a quality and engaging learning experience that aims to prepare students for career advancement.
In addition to the Newsweek recognition, BGSU is the only university in Ohio and one of six public universities nationwide to earn the Quality Matters Certification for Online Learner Support for all of its online programs.
Various BGSU Online programs have also earned individual accolades. Among them is the MBA program, which is consistently recognized for its academic excellence, student experience, employment outcomes, and affordability. Earlier in 2025, the BGSU Online MBA program was named one of the best in Ohio and the nation by The Princeton Review for the second consecutive year, and Fortune rated it the most affordable in Ohio.
