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Renewing BFA Applicants:
If you last applied to the Bicycle Friendly America program before April 2016, you will need to create a new account to submit a renewal application.
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Bicycle Friendly University
The Bicycle Friendly University (BFU℠) program recognizes institutions of higher education for promoting and providing a more bikeable campus for students, staff and visitors. The BFU program provides the roadmap and technical assistance to create great campuses for cycling.
Apply for Bicycle Friendly University status today!
2026 Submission Deadline: August 5, 2026 11:59pm PT.
Preview the 2026 BFU Application (.pdf)
The 2025 BFU Application is now closed and awards will be announced in November.
Learn more about the Bicycle Friendly University program.
Eligibility: Any university, college, community college or other institution of higher education with a physical campus in the United States is eligible to apply for the BFU program.
Application Fee: There is a $100 application fee to apply for the Bicycle Friendly University designation. Discounts are available. Learn more here.