Health Professions at Bowling Green State University-Main Campus

Bowling Green's Health Professions program starts graduates at $34,000—well below both the national average ($38,500) and particularly concerning when compared to Ohio's median of $48,400. This ranks in just the 25th percentile among Ohio programs, meaning three-quarters of comparable in-state options produce better initial outcomes. The $26,000 debt load is standard but translates to a debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.76, manageable but not impressive given the weak starting point.

The good news is growth: earnings jump 37% to reach $46,675 by year four, suggesting graduates find their footing after initial placement struggles. However, even with this improvement, outcomes lag behind state competitors like Kettering College ($71,000) and Youngstown State ($57,000). The program appears to serve students heading into slower-starting health professions roles rather than the higher-earning clinical positions that dominate at Ohio's stronger programs.

For Ohio residents paying in-state tuition, this represents a below-average choice in a state with notably better alternatives. The earnings trajectory improves over time, but starting in the bottom quarter of state programs means playing catch-up for years. Unless there are compelling personal reasons to attend Bowling Green specifically, families should explore other Ohio health professions programs that offer stronger initial placement outcomes.