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Kentucky Wesleyan College

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Owensboro, Kentucky 42301

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Known for business — close-knit campus

Kentucky Wesleyan College is a private institution in Owensboro with particular strength in business and biology. With an average SAT of 1043, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.

A small campus of 794 undergraduates with a 13:1 student-faculty ratio. The urban location puts students at the center of city life.

53% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $46,747 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $36,431.

Established
1858
Motto
Find Yourself
Mascot
Panthers
Type
Private college
Division
Division II

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67%Acceptance
1043SAT Avg
794Students
13:1Student:Faculty
53%Grad Rate
$46,747Earnings 10yr
$36,431Net Price

News & Alerts

program2026-03-15

Kentucky Wesleyan College Launches New Data Science Minor

Starting Fall 2026, students can pursue an interdisciplinary data science minor combining CS, statistics, and domain courses.

tuition2026-02-28

Tuition Increase Announced for 2026-27

The board of trustees approved a 3.2% tuition increase for the upcoming academic year, in line with peer institutions.

Admissions

Acceptance Rate67.0%

SAT Score Ranges

Average: 1043

Reading & WritingMid: 508
430550
MathMid: 523
320580

ACT Score Range

CompositeMid: 22
1224

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.

Admissions Intel

Acceptance Rate

67.0%

Trend

SAT Avg

1043

Yield Rate

35.0%

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Cost & Financial Aid

Sticker Price

Tuition$33,393
Room & Board$11,526
Books & Supplies$1,298
Total Cost of Attendance$43,981
Average Net Price$36,431
Median Debt at Graduation$23,250
Monthly Payment (10yr)$246

Net Price by Family Income

$0–30K$35,694
$30–48K$35,651
$48–75K$36,301
$75–110K$37,446
$110K+$37,533

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.

Debt & Aid Detail

Net Price Trend

Tuition Trend

Graduate w/ Zero Debt

48.3%

Avg Tuition Increase

3.2%/yr

Median Debt at Grad

$11,000

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Campus Safety

Total Incidents (2024)

7

Peer Average

3

3-Year Trend

Emergency System

Campus security, emergency notification system

Incident Breakdown (2024)

2

Burglary

0

Aggravated Assault

0

Robbery

1

Motor Vehicle Theft

1

Sex Offenses

0

Arson

2

Drug Arrests

1

Liquor Arrests

Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).

Programs (28)

Student Life

Student Satisfaction

Retention Rate

65%

Negative
  • •65% first-year retention rate
  • •Active student organizations
  • •Engaged campus community

Mental Health Services

Counselor Ratio

1:350

24/7 Crisis Line

Yes

Free Sessions

12 per year

Avg Wait

5 days

Walk-in hours available weekdays

Disability Services

Dedicated OfficeOffice of Disability Services
Extended test timeNote-taking assistanceHousing accommodationsAccessible transportation

ADA-compliant campus with ongoing accessibility improvements

Dining

Rating

★★★★☆

Score

4/5

Meal Plan

$6,200/yr

VegetarianVeganGluten-freeHalalKosher

Multiple dining halls with farm-to-table options

Student Body

Undergrads
794
Gender Split
51% / 49%
Women / Men
First Generation
38%
Pell Grant Recipients
42%

Race & Ethnicity

White 64%
Black 15%
Hispanic 4%
Asian 2%
Two+ 2%
Int'l 4%

Outcomes

4-Year Graduation Rate52.6%
Freshman Retention64.9%

Median Earnings After Graduation

6 Years$35,895
10 Years$46,747

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.

Rankings

U.S. News
#45
↑2
vs 2024
Forbes
#52
↓1
vs 2024
Niche
#38
↑3
vs 2024

More About This School

History & Fun Facts

  • •History Kentucky Wesleyan College in Millersburg, active from 1858 to 1890 Kentucky Wesleyan College was founded in 1858 by the Kentucky Conference of the Methodist Episcopal Church.
  • •Classes began in 1866 and the first commencement took place in 1868.
  • •In 1890, the school was moved to Winchester and soon after, women began to be admitted for the first time.

Source: Wikipedia

Location & Lifestyle

Cost of Living

112Above Average

Housing and food costs are higher than national average

Climate (School Year)

68°
Sep
55°
Oct
42°
Nov
30°
Dec
25°
Jan
28°
Feb
38°
Mar
50°
Apr
62°
May
Snowfall: 48"Sunny days: 200Rainy days: 120

Nearest Cities

Bostonpop. 675,647
90 miles(95 min)
Hartfordpop. 121,054
60 miles(70 min)

Transit Scores

BikeableCampus shuttle: Free campus shuttle runs 7am-midnight
72
Walk Score
45
Transit Score
68
Bike Score

Local Economy

Unemployment Rate3.2%
Top Employers
UniversityRegional Medical CenterTech corridor firms
Key Industries
EducationHealthcareTechnology

Getting There

Nearest Airports

BNA Nashville114 mi
IND Indianapolis143 mi
CVG Cincinnati160 mi

Distance to Cities

Boston, MA906 mi · ~26h 10m drive
New York, NY730 mi · ~21h 5m drive
Hartford, CT815 mi · ~23h 33m drive
Providence, RI879 mi · ~25h 24m drive
Albany, NY781 mi · ~22h 34m drive
Syracuse, NY683 mi · ~19h 44m drive
Rochester, NY624 mi · ~18h 2m drive
Buffalo, NY561 mi · ~16h 12m drive
Philadelphia, PA661 mi · ~19h 6m drive
Pittsburgh, PA425 mi · ~12h 17m drive
Harrisburg, PA576 mi · ~16h 38m drive
Newark, NJ722 mi · ~20h 51m drive
Washington, DC552 mi · ~15h 57m drive
Baltimore, MD578 mi · ~16h 42m drive
Atlanta, GA316 mi · ~9h 8m drive
Charlotte, NC390 mi · ~11h 16m drive
Raleigh, NC489 mi · ~14h 8m drive
Miami, FL922 mi · ~26h 38m drive
Orlando, FL717 mi · ~20h 43m drive
Tampa, FL729 mi · ~21h 4m drive
Nashville, TN111 mi · ~3h 12m drive
New Orleans, LA564 mi · ~16h 18m drive
Richmond, VA530 mi · ~15h 19m drive
Chicago, IL287 mi · ~8h 17m drive
Detroit, MI383 mi · ~11h 4m drive
Minneapolis, MN592 mi · ~17h 6m drive
St. Louis, MO178 mi · ~5h 9m drive
Kansas City, MO414 mi · ~11h 58m drive
Indianapolis, IN149 mi · ~4h 18m drive
Columbus, OH269 mi · ~7h 46m drive
Cleveland, OH388 mi · ~11h 13m drive
Milwaukee, WI368 mi · ~10h 38m drive
Dallas, TX644 mi · ~18h 36m drive
Houston, TX727 mi · ~21h drive
Austin, TX797 mi · ~23h 1m drive
San Antonio, TX870 mi · ~25h 8m drive
Los Angeles, CA1752 mi · ~50h 37m drive
San Francisco, CA1917 mi · ~55h 23m drive
San Diego, CA1723 mi · ~49h 47m drive
Seattle, WA1894 mi · ~54h 43m drive
Portland, OR1896 mi · ~54h 46m drive
Denver, CO971 mi · ~28h 3m drive
Phoenix, AZ1429 mi · ~41h 17m drive
Salt Lake City, UT1337 mi · ~38h 37m drive
Honolulu, HI4302 mi · ~124h 17m drive
Mid-Atlantic / Central (moderate winters, warm summers)

Visit Planning

Suggested Itinerary

9:00 AMArrive & park
Visitor parking lot
Free parking with visitor pass
9:30 AMCheck in at Admissions
Admissions Office
10:00 AMInformation session
Welcome Center
45 minutes
11:00 AMCampus tour
Starts at Welcome Center
75 minutes, student-led
12:30 PMLunch
Main Dining Hall
Visitor meal passes available
1:30 PMDepartment visit
Academic buildings
Schedule with department directly
2:30 PMExplore campus independently
Library, student center, residence halls

Airport Transit

Nashville (BNA)114 miles
Rental car
171 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
228 min$137-228
Indianapolis (IND)143 miles
Rental car
215 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
286 min$172-286

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