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Western Kentucky University

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$12,054Avg. Net Price
57%Grad Rate
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Western Kentucky University Stats

Enrollment Deposit
Student Population
Admissions
Location
About
Cost
Demographics
Outcomes

Enrollment Deposit

How much is WKU's enrollment deposit?

Western Kentucky University does not require an enrollment deposit, but may require a fee for housing or orientation. You can find information on taking next steps at Western Kentucky University's website.


Student Population

Western Kentucky University educates a diverse community of 19,863 students, with 17,217 pursuing undergraduate degrees and 2,646 engaged in advanced graduate studies.


Total Enrollment

19,863


Total Undergraduates

17,217

Total Graduates

2,646


Full-Time vs Part-Time

72% Full-Time

28% Part-Time

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Admissions

The admission process at Western Kentucky University has a 97% acceptance rate. The cost to apply is $50. Western Kentucky University has test required that focus on each student's unique potential. The average SAT score is 945 and the average ACT score is 17.


Acceptance Rate

97%


Application Fee

$50


SAT

Students submitting SAT

0%

Total Score

400

1600

8201010

Reading and Writing

200

800

450520

Math

200

800

370490

ACT

Students submitting ACT

3%

Composite Score

0

36

1620

English

0

36

1421

Math

0

36

1521

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Location

Located in Bowling Green, KY, Western Kentucky University offers students a accessible urban experience with all the advantages of a smaller city setting.


City

Bowling Green


County

Warren County


State

Kentucky


Country

United States


Urbanization

City: Small

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About

Western Kentucky University features a student-focused approach with a 18 : 1 student-faculty ratio, False values, and competitive NCAA athletic programs that enhance the college experience.


Student-to-Faculty Ratio

18 : 1


Religious Affiliation

False


Division in Athletics

NCAA


Sector

Public, 4-year or above


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Cost

Western Kentucky University makes education accessible, offering an average net price of $12,054 with 99% of students receiving financial assistance including 29% benefiting from Pell Grants.


Average Net Price

$12,054


Received Aid

99%


Pell Recipients

29%


Tuition

$5,718 In-State

$5,718 Out-of-State

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Demographics

The Western Kentucky University student body represents diverse backgrounds and experiences, with 71% in-state students and a balanced age distribution across traditional and non-traditional learners.


Gender
Men
6,488 (37%)
Women
10,729 (62%)
Other
140 (1%)

Undergraduate Ages
Under 18
2,124 (15%)
18-19
4,780 (33%)
20-21
4,560 (31%)
22-24
1,756 (12%)
Over 25
1,370 (9%)

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Outcomes

Western Kentucky University prioritizes student success, demonstrated by a 57% graduation rate and the achievements of alumni who make meaningful contributions in their communities and careers.


Graduation Rate

57%

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