$12,548/yr
Average net price per year, what students actually pay
Western Kentucky University
Bowling Green, KY·Public · 4-year
GradFax Verified · Federal IPEDS data, updated July 26, 2026
Overview
This school is accessible, giving a well-prepared applicant a realistic shot. Most students pay far less than the sticker price: the average student receiving aid pays $12,548 a year against a $27,718 list price, a 55% gap.
Western Kentucky University is a urban public four-year institution located in Bowling Green, KY. It enrolls a mid-sized student body of approximately 16,291 undergraduate students. As a public institution, it is supported by state funding and typically offers lower tuition rates for in-state residents.
At a glance
Data from IPEDS, U.S. Dept. of Education.
Admissions
Acceptance rate
94%
SAT range
840 - 1050
Academic fit
Admission probability
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Essay prompts
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Academics
Student:faculty
19:1
Avg class size (est.)
~48 students
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Costs
Sticker price
$27,718
Avg net price after aid
$12,548
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Financial aid
Receiving financial aid
87%
Avg grant aid
$9,681
Data from College Scorecard, U.S. Dept. of Education.
Student body
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Campus life
Food near campus
Housing & living costs
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Location
Distance from home
Cost of living
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Graduate programs
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