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Western Kentucky University
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  • 4 Year
  • BOWLING GREEN, KY

Western Kentucky University

    Report Card

    grade B minus
    Overall Niche Grade
    1. Academics
      grade B minus
    2. Value
      grade B
    3. Diversity
      grade C+
    4. Campus
      grade A minus
    5. Athletics
      grade A minus
    6. Party Scene
      grade A
    7. Professors
      grade B
    8. Location
      grade B
    9. Dorms
      grade C+
    10. Campus Food
      grade A
    11. Student Life
      grade A minus
    12. Safety
      grade B

    About

    1906 COLLEGE HEIGHTS BLVD
    BOWLING GREEN, KY 42101
    Athletic Division
    NCAA Division I-FBS
    Athletic Conference
    Conference USA

    From Western Kentucky University

    Exceptional academic programs, applied learning opportunities, and world-renowned faculty are only part of what makes the WKU experience unparalleled. Your hopes, dreams and ideas are important to us. We strive to provide you with an environment where creativity is nurtured and intellect grows. WKU is a student centered, applied research university. That means we are dedicated to making sure you achieve your goals and graduate with skills for success. You will not only graduate with a diploma, you will enter the real world with experience that makes you stand out above the rest.

    Located in the heart of Kentucky's third-largest city, our hilltop campus is a place of beauty and friendliness. Whether you're looking to explore the natural world, walk to a restaurant downtown, or catch a sporting event, Bowling Green has a variety of attractions for WKU students to enjoy.

    Western Kentucky University Rankings

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    Admissions

    Application Deadline
    Rolling Admissions
    Acceptance Rate
    98%
    SAT Range
    980-1180
    ACT Range
    19-26
    Application Fee
    $45
    SAT/ACT
    Considered but not required
    High School GPA
    Required
    Accepts Common App
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    Cost

    Net Price
    $12,705 / year
    National
    $15,523
    Average cost after financial aid for students receiving grant or scholarship aid, as reported by the college.
    Average Total Aid Awarded
    $7,987 / year
    National
    $7,535
    Students Receiving Financial Aid
    98%

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    Academics

    Professors
    grade B
    Based on faculty accomplishments, salary, student reviews, and additional factors.
    Student Faculty Ratio
    17:1
    Evening Degree Programs
    No
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    Majors

    Online

    Programs Offered Entirely Online
    32
    Offers Online Courses
    Yes
    Online Certificate Programs
    13
    Online Associates Programs
    4
    Online Bachelor's Programs
    15
    How Students Learn
    • Mix of Online and on Campus
      68%
    • On Campus
      14%
    • Online
      18%

    Students

    Full-Time Enrollment
    11,749 Undergrads
    Part-Time Undergrads
    3,537
    Undergrads Over 25
    11%
    Pell Grant
    38%
    Varsity Athletes
    3%
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    Campus Life

    Freshmen Live On-Campus
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    After College

    Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation
    $34,700 / year
    National
    $33,028
    Graduation Rate
    52%
    National
    49%
    Employed 2 Years After Graduation
    91%
    National
    83%

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