Western Kentucky University

Bowling Green, KY
NCAA D1
12,267 Students
Website
Financial Profile

How much is tuition at Western Kentucky University?

In-State Tuition$11,436
Out-of-State Tuition$27,000

What is the acceptance rate at Western Kentucky University?

Acceptance Rate97%
Return on Investment

What are the post-graduate earnings for Western Kentucky University alumni?

The median salary of alumni 10 years after enrolling is $43,889. This metric serves as a powerful indicator of the networking opportunities, degree strength, and long-term financial security provided by this institution.

10-Year Median Salary$43,889
Tier 4: Elite

Men Baseball

Premium financial backing. Extensive scholarships and state-of-the-art gear.

Operating Budget$1,757,290
Budget Power~153 In-State Full Rides
Tier 4: Elite

Men Basketball

Premium financial backing. Extensive scholarships and state-of-the-art gear.

Operating Budget$3,913,865
Budget Power~342 In-State Full Rides
Tier 3: Competitive

Women Basketball

Solid program budget. Healthy mix of athletic aid and quality equipment.

Operating Budget$1,683,181
Budget Power~147 In-State Full Rides
Tier 3: Competitive

Men Track & Field

Solid program budget. Healthy mix of athletic aid and quality equipment.

Operating Budget$351,152
Budget Power~30 In-State Full Rides
Tier 3: Competitive

Men Cross Country

Solid program budget. Healthy mix of athletic aid and quality equipment.

Operating Budget$351,152
Budget Power~30 In-State Full Rides
Tier 3: Competitive

Women Track & Field

Solid program budget. Healthy mix of athletic aid and quality equipment.

Operating Budget$351,180
Budget Power~30 In-State Full Rides
Tier 3: Competitive

Women Cross Country

Solid program budget. Healthy mix of athletic aid and quality equipment.

Operating Budget$351,180
Budget Power~30 In-State Full Rides
Tier 4: Elite

Men Football

Premium financial backing. Extensive scholarships and state-of-the-art gear.

Operating Budget$11,025,519
Budget Power~964 In-State Full Rides
Tier 2: Developmental

Men Golf

Building program. Limited athletic aid, standard gear allocations.

Operating Budget$332,251
Budget Power~29 In-State Full Rides
Tier 3: Competitive

Women Golf

Solid program budget. Healthy mix of athletic aid and quality equipment.

Operating Budget$438,699
Budget Power~38 In-State Full Rides
Tier 3: Competitive

Women Soccer

Solid program budget. Healthy mix of athletic aid and quality equipment.

Operating Budget$891,906
Budget Power~77 In-State Full Rides
Tier 4: Elite

Women Softball

Premium financial backing. Extensive scholarships and state-of-the-art gear.

Operating Budget$1,064,755
Budget Power~93 In-State Full Rides
Tier 3: Competitive

Women Tennis

Solid program budget. Healthy mix of athletic aid and quality equipment.

Operating Budget$430,785
Budget Power~37 In-State Full Rides
Tier 4: Elite

Women Volleyball

Premium financial backing. Extensive scholarships and state-of-the-art gear.

Operating Budget$1,229,980
Budget Power~107 In-State Full Rides
Benchmarks & Percentiles

Institutional Rankings

Overall placement across the country

Home RegionKY Conference Tier
Alumni ROI

Post-Grad Salary

$43,889

National Salary Rank#1,694 / 2,819
State Salary Rank#20 / 34
Percentile RangeTop 60%
Tuition Cost

In-State Cost

$11,436

National Cost Rank#1,268 / 2,819
State Cost Rank#9 / 36
Percentile RangeTop 45%
Selectivity

Acceptance Rate

97%

National Acceptance Rank#1,584 / 2,819
State Acceptance Rank#23 / 33
Percentile RangeTop 56%