Western Kentucky University

School of Nursing

Western Kentucky University is a Public institution with a campus in Bowling Green, Kentucky. The institution is approved to offer nursing programs by the Kentucky Board of Nursing. The Bowling Green, Kentucky campus for Western Kentucky University is located in a City setting, see the map below. Total enrollment for all degrees including nursing programs is 16,493. The student-to-faculty ratio is 18-to-1. In-state tuition and fees were $11,112, while out-of-state tuition and fees were $27,000 for the most recent reporting period.

Nursing Programs

  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
  • RN to Bachelor of Science in Nursing (RN to BSN)

Visit the Western Kentucky University website to learn how to apply for the nursing programs listed above. We also recommend that all nursing students in Kentucky periodically review the requirements for a CNA, LPN, and RN nursing license as presented by the Kentucky Board of Nursing. Understanding the CNA, LPN, and RN nursing license requirements and duty restrictions for Kentucky will help you navigate your education needs and avoid career planning mistakes often made by nursing students.

Tuition Cost And Admissions

Description2023-2024
Student population:16,493
Student-to-faculty ratio:18-to-1
In-state tuition & fees:$11,112
Out-of-state tuition & fees:$27,000
Room and board:$11,072
Percent on financial aid:99%
Campus housing:yes
Percent admitted:97%
SAT Reading Writing range:500-590
SAT Math range:480-580
ACT Composite range:18-25
ACT English range:17-25
ACT Math range:17-24

Student Profile

Male 37%
Female 63%
Full-Time 72%
Part-Time 28%
Undergraduate 88%
Graduate 12%

Ethnicity of Students


Campus Location

Click the map below to see the campus location and to get driving directions to Western Kentucky University. You can also see the Western Kentucky University campus setting and nearby attractions in satellite or street view mode.

Map showing the location of Western Kentucky University in Bowling Green, Kentucky

  • Address: 1906 College Heights Blvd, Bowling Green, Kentucky 42101
  • Phone Number: 270-745-0111

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Last updated: July 23, 2024

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