Western Kentucky University
1906 College Heights Blvd
Bowling Green,
KY
42101
Phone: (270) 745-0111
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General Information About Western Kentucky University Western Kentucky University prepares students to be productive, engaged leaders in a global society. It provides service and lifelong learning opportunities for its constituents. WKU is responsible for stewarding a high quality of life throughout its region.
Institutional statistical data was gathered from the U.S. Department of Education - Institute of Education Sciences, National Center for Education Statistics.Institution Type - 4-year, Public
Special Learning Opportunities - ROTC (Army, Air Force)
- Teacher certification
- Distance learning opportunities
- Study abroad
Student Services - Remedial services
- Academic/career counseling service
- Employment services for students
- Placement services for completers
- On-campus day care for students' children
Credit Accepted - Dual credit
- Advanced placement (AP) credits
Religious Affiliation - Not applicable
Federal Aid - Eligible students may receive Pell Grants and other federal aid (e.g. Direct Loans).
Degrees/Certificates offered - Less than 1 year certificate
- 1-2 years certificate
- Associate's degree
- Bachelor's degree
- Postbaccalaureate certificate
- Master's degree
- Post-master's certificate
Campus Setting - City: Small
Disability Services Student - 3% or Less
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Admission Total Applicants 7,409 Percent Admitted 94% Men Admitted 94% Women Admitted 94% Full Time Retention Rate 74% -
Tuition & Fees 09-10 Tuition & Fees $7,200 Room & Board Charge $6,351 Books & Supplies Cost $1,000 Dorm Capacity 4,955 -
Total Financial Aid Amounts Issued Pell Grants $16,562,866 Other Federal Grants $7,684,506 Scholarships & Fellowships $55,991,233 Discount Applied to Tuition/Fee $39,250,853 Average Grant Dollars Issued $5,809,646 Avg. Scholarship and Fellowships $27,995,617 -
Student Demographics Total Enrolled 23,671 Native American 74 Asian 243 African American 2,282 Hispanic 338 Enrolled FullTime Undergraduates 14,190 Enrolled FullTime Graduates 988
