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Western Kentucky University
Bowling Green,
KY
•4-Year Public•
Acceptance Rate97%
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About HILLTOPPERS
Exceptional academic programs, applied learning opportunities, and world-renowned faculty are only part of what makes the WKU experience unparalleled. Your hopes, dreams and ideas are important to us. We strive to provide you with an environment where creativity is nurtured and intellect grows. WKU is a student centered, applied research university. That means we are dedicated to making sure you achieve your goals and graduate with skills for success. You will not only graduate with a diploma, you will enter the real world with experience that makes you stand out above the rest.
Western Kentucky University is a public, state university in the suburb of Bowling Green, KY. HILLTOPPERS was founded in 1906. The university currently enrolls around 16,493 students a year, including 14,440 undergrad students.
2022 Acceptance Rate for Western Kentucky University
It is not difficult to get into HILLTOPPERS. The acceptance rate at HILLTOPPERS is 97%. Out of 7,505 applications received in 2022, 7,276 students were offered admission.
| Western Kentucky University Admissions Facts At-A-Glance | |
|---|---|
| Overall Acceptance Rate | 97% |
| Early Decision Acceptance Rate | ED not offered |
| Early Action Acceptance Rate | EA not offered |
| Average GPA | 3.5 |
| Test Optional | Yes |
| Applicants Submitting SAT scores | 7.7% |
Click below to find out more about the admissions requirements and deadlines, student life, academics, majors and more.
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Western Kentucky University is located in the town of Bowling Green, KY, near Nashville.
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College Info
HILLTOPPERS Application Deadline
First-Year Applications are Due
Aug 1
Transfer Applications are Due
Aug 1
The deadline for Fall first-year applications to HILLTOPPERS is Aug 1.
The deadline for Fall transfer applications to HILLTOPPERS is Aug 1.
Check the school website for more information about deadlines for specific programs or special admissions programs
HILLTOPPERS SAT Scores
Composite SAT Range
990 - 1160
Math SAT Range
480 - 580
Reading SAT Range
500 - 590
Estimated Chance of Acceptance by SAT Score
SAT Score
Estimated Chance
1160 and Above
Good
990 to 1160
Avg
990 and Less
Low
SAT Scores Needed to Get Accepted
The median SAT score for HILLTOPPERS students is 1076. Applicants with SAT scores of 1160 and above have a good chance of being admitted to HILLTOPPERS, while applicants with SAT scores between 990 to 1160 have an average chance of admittance, and prospective students with an SAT score below 990 have a low chance of being offered a spot at HILLTOPPERS.
HILLTOPPERS Tuition & Fees
Tuition & Fees
$25,426
In State$40,990
Out-of-State
Cost Breakdown
In State
Out-of-State
State Tuition
$11,436
$27,000
Fees
Unknown
Unknown
Housing
$13,126
$13,126
Books
$864
$864
Student Life
Wondering what life at HILLTOPPERS is like? There are approximately 16,493 students enrolled at HILLTOPPERS, including 14,440 undergraduate students and 2,053 graduate students. 77% percent of students attend school full-time, 73% percent are from KY and 27% percent of students are from other states.
77%
Full Time23%
Part Time73%
In State27%
Out-of-StateData Source: IPEDs and Peterson's Databases © 2022 Peterson's LLC All rights reserved
Quick Facts
Total Enrollment
16,493
Campus Setting
Suburban
Acceptance Rate
97%
Fall Freshmen
Application Deadline
Aug 1
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