Western Kentucky University
Public, 4-year
1906 College Heights Blvd, Bowling Green, KY 42101-1000
Quick Facts
12,267
Total Enrollment
97%
Acceptance Rate
54%
Graduation Rate
$38,156
Median Earnings (6yr)
$11,436
In-State Tuition
$10,916
Avg Net Price
18:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
977
Avg SAT Score
About Western Kentucky University
Institution Details
| Type | Public, 4-year |
| Classification | Doctoral/Professional Universities |
| Size | 10,000 - 19,999 |
| Accreditation | Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges |
| Primary Degree | Bachelor's |
| Highest Degree | Graduate |
Location
| Address | 1906 College Heights Blvd |
| City | Bowling Green, KY |
| ZIP Code | 42101-1000 |
| County | Warren County |
President/Chief Administrator: Timothy C. Caboni (President)
Programs & Degrees
Degree information not available.
Top Programs by Graduates
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Enrollment Statistics
| Total Enrollment | 12,267 |
Student Demographics
| Female | 61% |
| Male | 39% |
Race/Ethnicity
| White | 75.2% |
| Black | 8.8% |
| Hispanic | 6.0% |
| Asian | 3.2% |
| American Indian/Alaska Native | 0.3% |
| Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander | 0.1% |
| Two or More Races | 4.2% |
| Non-Resident Alien | 0.7% |
| Unknown | 1.6% |
Student Characteristics
| Age 25 and Older | 9.4% |
| Part-Time Students | 9.3% |
Test Score Ranges
| Test | 25th %ile | Median | 75th %ile |
|---|---|---|---|
| SAT Reading | 450 | 500 | 520 |
| SAT Math | 370 | 445 | 490 |
| ACT Composite | 16 | 18 | 20 |
Tuition & Financial Aid
$11,436
In-State Tuition
$27,000
Out-of-State Tuition
$23,520
Total Cost of Attendance
$10,916
Avg. Net Price
Financial Aid Statistics
| Students Receiving Pell Grants | 29% |
| Students with Federal Loans | 36% |
| Students Receiving Any Aid | 29% |
Student Debt & Repayment
| Median Debt at Graduation | $22,095 |
| Median Total Debt | $14,702 |
| 90th Percentile Debt | $39,000 |
| 3-Year Repayment Rate | 47% |
Net Price by Family Income
What families actually pay after grants and scholarships:
| $0 - $30,000 | $10,075 |
| $30,001 - $48,000 | $16,624 |
| $48,001 - $75,000 | $17,417 |
| $75,001 - $110,000 | $18,219 |
| $110,001+ | $18,601 |
Earnings After Graduation
Median earnings for students who received federal financial aid:
$38,156
6 Years After
$40,920
8 Years After
$43,889
10 Years After
Earnings Range (6 years after enrollment):
25th percentile: $23,151 | 75th percentile: $54,350
Earnings by Family Income Background
$33,354
Low Income
$39,826
Middle Income
$43,110
High Income
Student Outcomes
78%
Full-Time Retention
9%
Part-Time Retention
54%
Graduation Rate
Institutional Resources
18:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
$8,011
Avg. Faculty Salary
(monthly)
$9,539
Instructional Expenditure
(per student)
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