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Western Kentucky University

Bowling Green, KY • public • I | Conference USA
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Acceptance
97.0%
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Grad Rate
54%
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Cost
$26,643 / $41,991

Overview

Institution Type
public
Campus Setting
Urban (City: Small)
Student Population
Undergrad: 17,207 • Total: 19,978
Academic Calendar
Semester
Address
Bowling Green, KY
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Website
www.wku.edu
Region
Southeast
Carnegie Classification
D/PU: Doctoral/Professional Universities

Student Demographics

Gender Distribution
Male: 6,510 (37.8%) • Female: 10,697 (62.2%)

Admissions & Selectivity

Acceptance Rate
97.0%
7,492 admitted from 7,720 applicants
SAT Score Range (25th-75th percentile)
Reading: 450-520
Math: 370-490
Total: 820-1010
ACT Composite Range (25th-75th percentile)
16-20
Application Types Offered
RD —
Application Requirements
—
Application Fee
$50
Financial Aid Forms
FAFSA only
Deadlines
Rolling: Rolling

Academic Outcomes

6-Year Graduation Rate
53.7%
4-Year Graduation Rate
39.2%
Freshman Retention Rate
78.0%

Cost & Financial Aid

Total Cost of Attendance (2022-23)
In-State
$26,643
Tuition + Room & Board + Books
Out-of-State
$41,991
Tuition + Room & Board + Books
Annual Tuition & Fees (2022-23)
In-state: $11,652
Out-of-state: $27,000
Room & Board
$12,582
Books & Supplies
$2,409
Students Receiving Pell Grants
30%

🏈 Athletics

NCAA Division
I
Conference
Conference USA
Men's Sports (5)
Baseball (FBS) Basketball (FBS) Football (FBS) Golf (FBS) Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) (FBS)
Women's Sports (7)
Basketball Golf Soccer Softball Tennis Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Volleyball
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Common questions about Western Kentucky University

What is Western Kentucky University's acceptance rate?
Western Kentucky University accepts 97% of applicants, from 7,720 applications.
How much does Western Kentucky University cost?
Tuition and fees are $11,652 in-state and $27,000 out-of-state.
What ACT score do you need for Western Kentucky University?
The middle 50% of admitted students scored between 16 and 20 on the ACT.
What is Western Kentucky University's graduation rate?
54% of students graduate within six years.