Western Governors University Demographics & Diversity Overview

43%
Minority Students
58%
Female Students
NaN%
International
51
States Represented

Race & Ethnicity

Western Governors University has a diverse student body with 43% 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
56.8%(94,971)
Hispanic
14.1%(23,535)
African American
12.5%(20,839)
Asian
4.0%(6,636)
American Indian or Alaska Native
1.0%(1,693)
Pacific Islander
0.5%(846)
Two or More Races
3.4%(5,682)
Unknown
7.8%(13,022)

Diversity Highlights

Students of Color43%
Total Enrollment236,992
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 58% female students and 42% male students.

Overall Gender Distribution

Men
41.5%(69,439)
Women
58.5%(97,824)

Gender Statistics

Men69,439

29% of total enrollment

Women97,824

41% 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 68% non-traditional students aged 25 and older.

Undergraduate Ages

Under 18
0.0%(53)
18-19
1.1%(1,459)
20-21
4.0%(5,412)
22-24
10.6%(14,438)
25+
84.3%(114,418)

Graduate Student Ages

Under 18
0.0%(1)
18-19
0.0%(9)
20-21
0.2%(111)
22-24
5.3%(2,618)
25+
94.4%(46,442)

Age Diversity Insights

4%

Traditional Age (18-21)

68%

Non-Traditional (25+)

29%

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%(79)

Regional Representation

In-State79

Infinity% of student body

States Represented

All 50 states and Washington D.C. are represented on campus.

Diversity Metrics

Ethnic Diversity

43%

Students of Color

Gender Balance

58%

Female Students

Global Reach

NaN%

International

Age Diversity

68%

Non-Traditional Age