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Known for business — excellent value
Western Kentucky University is a public institution in Bowling Green with particular strength in business and health sciences. With an average SAT of 977, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.
A large campus of 12.3K undergraduates with a 18:1 student-faculty ratio. The urban location puts students at the center of city life.
54% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $43,889 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $10,916.
Campus Visits
News & Alerts
Western Kentucky University Launches New Data Science Minor
Admissions
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 977
ACT Score Range
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Net Price by Family Income
Financial Intel
Avg Net Price
$10,916
Tuition Trend
Graduate w/ Zero Debt
6400.0%
Avg Tuition Increase
3.2%/yr
Median Debt at Grad
$14,702
Campus Safety
Total Incidents (2024)
94
Peer Average
92
3-Year Trend
Emergency System
24/7 campus police department, blue-light phone network, emergency mass notification system
Programs (215)
Student Body
Race & Ethnicity
Outcomes
Median Earnings After Graduation
10-Year Earnings by Gender
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More About This School
Varsity Sports — Hilltoppers
Rankings
History & Fun Facts
Source: Wikipedia
Location & Lifestyle
Cost of Living
Estimated from KY state average + city premium