Western Governors University Demographics & Diversity Overview

41%
Minority Students
60%
Female Students
NaN%
International
48
States Represented

Race & Ethnicity

Western Governors University has a diverse student body with 41% students of color and NaN% international students, creating a rich multicultural learning environment that celebrates students from all racial and ethnic backgrounds.

Racial & Ethnic Composition

White
58.5%(65,986)
Hispanic
13.3%(15,032)
African American
11.2%(12,629)
Asian
3.8%(4,260)
American Indian or Alaska Native
1.1%(1,198)
Pacific Islander
0.5%(562)
Two or More Races
3.2%(3,571)
Unknown
8.5%(9,535)

Diversity Highlights

Students of Color41%
Total Enrollment156,935
International StudentsNaN%

Cultural Engagement

Western Governors University offers numerous cultural organizations, diversity programs, and multicultural events that celebrate the rich backgrounds of our student community.

Gender Distribution

Western Governors University has a gender distribution of 60% female students and 40% male students.

Overall Gender Distribution

Men
40.1%(45,265)
Women
59.9%(67,542)

Gender Statistics

Men45,265

29% of total enrollment

Women67,542

43% of total enrollment

Age Distribution

Western Governors University serves a diverse student population across multiple age demographics. The university enrolls 4% traditional college-age students (18-21 years old) and 87% non-traditional students aged 25 and older.

Undergraduate Ages

Under 18
0.0%(29)
18-19
0.8%(891)
20-21
3.2%(3,649)
22-24
9.0%(10,180)
25+
86.9%(98,041)

Graduate Student Ages

Under 18
0.0%(1)
18-19
0.0%(3)
20-21
0.2%(76)
22-24
4.7%(2,086)
25+
95.1%(41,954)

Age Diversity Insights

4%

Traditional Age (18-21)

87%

Non-Traditional (25+)

28%

Graduate Students

Geographic Diversity

Western Governors University attracts students from across the United States and internationally, with NaN% international students contributing to a globally diverse campus community. The student body includes Infinity% in-state residents, -Infinity% out-of-state students, and NaN% international students, creating rich cross-cultural learning opportunities.

Geographic Origin

In-State
100.0%(94)

Regional Representation

In-State94

Infinity% of student body

States Represented

48 states are represented on campus.

Diversity Metrics

Ethnic Diversity

41%

Students of Color

Gender Balance

60%

Female Students

Global Reach

NaN%

International

Age Diversity

87%

Non-Traditional Age