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Western Kentucky University
Western Kentucky University
BOWLING GREEN, KY . 4 Year 3.7
#1493 in Best Colleges in America
1906 COLLEGE HEIGHTS BLVD BOWLING GREEN, KY 42101

Overview

Western Kentucky University (WKU) is a public university located in Bowling Green, Kentucky. Established in 1906, WKU offers over 170 undergraduate and graduate degree programs across various disciplines. The university is committed to promoting student success, fostering a spirit of innovation, and providing a rich learning environment. WKU is known for its beautiful campus, strong community ties, and vibrant student life, which includes numerous clubs, organizations, and athletic programs. The university's Hilltoppers compete in NCAA Division I athletics. WKU also emphasizes global learning and offers a variety of study abroad programs and international partnerships.


Rankings

  • 72

    #72 in Best College Food in America

  • 1

    #1 6 in Best Value Colleges in Kentucky

  • 120

    #120 in Best Greek Life Colleges in America

  • Best College Food in America 72 of 1,361
  • Best Greek Life Colleges in America 120 of 689
  • Best College Athletics in America 148 of 1,344

Academics

  • B Academics
  • BValue
  • C+Diversity
  • A Campus
  • A Athletics
  • AParty Scene
  • BProfessors
  • BLocation
  • C+Dorms
  • ACampus Food
  • A Student Life
  • BSafety

Majors

  • Business
    300 Graduates
  • Nursing
    286 Graduates
  • Liberal Arts and Humanities
    197 Graduates
  • Management Sciences and Information Systems
    161 Graduates
  • Social Work and Youth Services
    122 Graduates
  • Biology
    117 Graduates
  • Marketing
    104 Graduates
  • Psychology
    98 Graduates
  • Elementary Education
    97 Graduates
  • Parks, Recreation and Leisure Studies
    80 Graduates

Admissions

  • Rolling Admissions
    Application Deadline
  • 98%
    Acceptance Rate
  • Application Fee
  • Application Website
    Visit offical website
  • Online Certificate Programs
    9
  • Online Associates Programs
    5
  • Online Bachelor's Programs
    15

Costs

  • Average Total Aid Awarded
    $9,576
  • Students Receiving Financial Aid
    99%
  • National Average Cost
    $15,523

After College

  • Graduation Rate
    54%
  • Employed 2 Years After Graduation
    91%
  • National Average Earnings
    $33,028

Students

  • Full-Time Enrollment
    11,359 Undergrads
  • Part-Time Undergrads
    3,370
  • Undergrads Over 25
    10%
  • Pell Grant
    38%
  • Varsity Athletes
    3%

Campus Life

  • Student Faculty Ratio
    17:1
  • Evening Degree Programs
    No
  • Athletic Conference
    Conference USA
  • Athletic Division
    NCAA Division I-FBS

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