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Western Kentucky University

Bowling Green, Kentucky, United States
University

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Acceptance Rate
94%
Completion Rate
55%
Completion rate (U.S. College Scorecard, latest release): share of students who finish their degree. Not an employment rate.

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University Overview

High-level facts that define this university.

University Name
Western Kentucky University
Location
Bowling Green, Kentucky, United States
Undergraduate students
12155
International Students
1%
Student-to-Staff Ratio
19:1

Student Experience

Lifestyle signals that shape daily campus life.

Cultural Environment
Friendly community
Social Life
Urban
Climate
Four seasons
Safety
7.5
City Characteristics
Small city (50k-199k inhabitants)

Fees and entry for international students

Confirmed international fee
US$27,000/yr
2026-27, across 91 courses with a confirmed fee

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Courses at Western Kentucky University

98 courses, A–Z.