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Colleges » By State » Kentucky » Western Kentucky University » Tuition And Costs

Your Estimated Price

$16,404 Annual Cost to Attend

Cost Breakdown
$8,084 tuition
$7,320 on campus room & board
$1,000 books
N/A fees

$28,336 Annual Cost to Attend

Cost Breakdown
$20,016 tuition
$7,320 on campus room & board
$1,000 books
N/A fees
Estimated Net Price
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Average Aid

$5,929 Annual Institutional Aid

Average Aid
96% of students receive aid
45% get federal aid ($4,740 avg)
77% get state aid ($2,296 avg)
27% get institn'l aid ($5,929 avg)
60% get loans ($5,700 avg)

Tuition Trends

Historical Tuition and Fees, with Projected Future Amounts

Future projections are based on past four years' data averaging 5.28% annual change in in-state tuition and fees and 5.42% change in out-of-state tuition and fees. Amounts shown are estimates only and not guaranteed. For a better estimate, contact the college directly.

Financial Aid

$18,114,664
Annual Aid Awarded
Aid/Loans
 Average Amount Percent Awarded
Grant or Scholarship Aid $6,022 92%
Federal Grant Aid $4,740 45%
Pell Grants $4,265 45%
Other Federal Grants $760 28%
Institution Grant Aid $5,929 27%
State Grant Aid $2,296 77%
Student Loans $5,700 60%
Federal Loans $5,499 59%
Other Loans $7,661 2%

Merit Aid

Merit Scholarships Available:

 Amount
Asian American Journalists Association Scholarship awards $250 - $2,000 R
High School Publication Workshop Scholarship $200 R
Knight-Ridder Scholarship Program for Minorities $5,000 R
National Press Club Ellen Masin Persina Scholarship $2,500 R
Ogden Research Scholarships $1,500 R
Red O'Donnell Scholarship $600 R
Robert C. Bueker Award for Outstanding Freshman $200 R
Sarah Gilbert Garris Scholarship (Undergraduate/ Graduate) - R
Virginia Wood Davis Scholarship $1,000 R R
A. M. Stickles Scholarships $1,200 - $2,000 R
Financial Aid Timeline
Financial aid priority deadline: April 1
Financial aid deadline: -
College will notify student of financial aid decisions on or about: -
Student must reply to financial aid decision by: -
Does Western Kentucky University offer...
Prepaid Tuition Plan? Yes
Tuition Payment Plan? Yes
Financial Aid Contact Info
1906 College Heights Blvd
Bowling Green, KY 42101-1000
(270) 745-0111
http://www.wku.edu
Costs Per Credit Hour
In State $337
Out of State $834

Reviews

Student Responses to Review Topic: Bang for the buck
  • 4
  • Isabella from Hendersonville, TN
  • Mar-15-2013 I am a current student here

    I am lucky enough to receive in state tuition even though I live in Tennessee. All of my teachers, including the remaining staff, are always accessible. I get help whenever I need it, and I receive it promptly.

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  • 5
  • Cassey from Cerulean, KY
  • Feb-08-2013 I am a current student here

    I think the money that is spent to come to Western Kentucky University is worth it. You will not go to a better school.

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  • 5
  • Melissa from Owensboro, KY
  • Dec-11-2012 I am a current student here

    I love WKU. It is affordable and in a good location for me personally. The financial aid office does not give out many scholarships, but they work with you on loans, etc.

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