Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
97.05%
SAT Average
977
ACT Range
16-20
Western Kentucky University Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 97.05%. This means approximately 971 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 12,267 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
97.05%
Current trend marker with historical import pending
Tuition, Net Price and Aid
| Metric | School value | Context | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accreditation | Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges | Institutional accreditor where reported | Verify |
| In-state tuition | $11,436 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $27,000 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $23,520 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $10,916 | State avg: $15,306. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 28.71% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 36.25% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does Western Kentucky University Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$27,000
Room and board
$12,043
Books and supplies
$1,000
Other expenses
$2,409
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$23,520
Average net price
$10,916
Average aid coverage
54%
$12,604 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at Western Kentucky University pays approximately $10,916 per year after grants and aid. This is below the Kentucky average of $15,306 and below the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is Western Kentucky University?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to Kentucky and national averages.
Western Kentucky University net price
$10,916
Kentucky average
$15,306
National average
$17,506
Western Kentucky University Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $27,000 and average net price at $10,916. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$27,000
Current net price
$10,916
Current-year comparison is shown now; historical bars will replace this fallback once multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Student Outcomes
Completion Rate (150% Time)
53.67%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$43,889
Undergraduates
12,267
10-Year Median Earnings - Western Kentucky University vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
Western Kentucky University graduates earn about 1.0x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends Western Kentucky University?
Undergraduates
12,267
Completion rate
53.67%
Above national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
28.71%
Below national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
36.25%
Below national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 28.71% of Western Kentucky University students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 36.25% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at Western Kentucky University
Select a family income bracket to see the average net price students in that range paid. Data comes from College Scorecard income-bracket averages when available.
Estimated net price for :
This estimate is based on College Scorecard averages for students in this income range who received federal aid. Actual amounts vary. Use Western Kentucky University's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
Western Kentucky University lists Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges as its accreditor in the local dataset. Institutional accreditation is an important trust signal and can affect federal financial aid eligibility. Accreditation means an external agency has reviewed academic quality and institutional standards, which helps families verify whether federal aid pathways such as Pell grants and federal loans may apply.
Visit AccreditorCampus and Location
Western Kentucky University is listed at 1906 College Heights Blvd, Bowling Green, KY 42101-1000. Accreditor: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.
Compare Schools
Compare Western Kentucky University with nationally comparable peer institutions across acceptance rate, tuition, net price and 10-year earnings. Click any school name to open its full profile.
| School | Accept. rate | Out-of-state tuition | Avg net price | 10-yr earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Western Kentucky University | 97.05% | $27,000 | $10,916 | $43,889 |
| Centre College | 54.34% | $50,550 | $21,497 | $66,240 |
| Bellarmine University | 93.59% | $47,180 | $23,587 | $62,069 |
| Galen College of Nursing-ARH | Not available | $15,860 | $22,209 | $61,480 |
| Galen College of Nursing-Louisville | Not available | Not available | Not available | $61,480 |
Similar Schools in Bowling Green
This local cluster focuses on nearby Bowling Green schools, not national peers. Use it to compare local net price, acceptance rate and enrollment options around Bowling Green.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Western Kentucky University's acceptance rate?
Western Kentucky University's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 97.05%.
How much is Western Kentucky University tuition?
Western Kentucky University's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $27,000.
What is Western Kentucky University's average net price?
Western Kentucky University's average net price in the local dataset is $10,916.
What is Western Kentucky University's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $43,889 for Western Kentucky University.
Is Western Kentucky University accredited?
Western Kentucky University's accreditor in the local dataset is Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.
How many students attend Western Kentucky University?
The local dataset lists 12,267 undergraduate students at Western Kentucky University.
What percentage of Western Kentucky University students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for Western Kentucky University in the local dataset is 28.71%.
What is the federal loan rate at Western Kentucky University?
The federal loan rate for Western Kentucky University in the local dataset is 36.25%.
Where should I verify Western Kentucky University data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with Western Kentucky University or the latest official federal education data.