Western Kentucky University

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1 Big Red Way
Bowling Green, KY 42101-3576
(270) 745-0111
Website: www.wku.edu
Location: Southeast
Calendar: Semester

Get a snapshot of Western Kentucky University with this general overview, including student enrollment and graduation rates, average test scores, student demographics, and more.

Mission Statement

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.

School Characteristics

Student Population
18,485
Students
Public University
Public
Student Population
$4,596 per year


Length of Study: Four or more years
Religious Affiliation: None

Test Scores & GPA

Average GPA: 3.1
Average ACT: 20
Average SAT: 1002

School Profile

Total Enrollment: 18,485
Retention Rate: 72%
Graduation Rate: 39%

School Accreditation

National: Yes
Regional: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Comm. on Colleges
Federal: Yes

Male / Female Enrollment

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Total Enrollment

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