WKU
Western Kentucky University
Bowling Green, Kentucky, 🇺🇸 United States · Public · Est. 1906
#535
World Ranking
#415
In United States
43+
Courses & Fees
1906
Founded
What Western Kentucky University Is Known For
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Widely recognised for its Engineering & Technology and Hospitality & Tourism programmes, with a strong record of graduate employability and active research output based in Bowling Green, Kentucky.
Rankings
#535
Global Ranking (indicative)
#415
Ranking in United States
Rankings are composite estimates for guidance purposes, updated periodically by ICS from globally recognised ranking systems. Always confirm current standing directly with the university.
Courses & Fees (43+)
Engineering & Technology
26 programmes| Programme | Level | Duration | Fee (per year) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mechanical Engineering | Bachelors | 4 Years | USD 41,200 / year |
| Industrial Engineering | Graduate Certificate | 6-12 Months | USD 41,500 / year |
| Electrical & Electronic Engineering | Masters | 1-2 Years | USD 40,050 / year |
| Automotive Engineering | Bachelors | 4 Years | USD 39,600 / year |
| Aerospace Engineering | PhD / Doctorate | 3-5 Years | USD 27,400 / year |
| Biomedical Engineering | Bachelors | 4 Years | USD 31,050 / year |
| Environmental Engineering | Masters | 1-2 Years | USD 18,650 / year |
| Civil Engineering | Bachelors | 4 Years | USD 33,100 / year |
| Robotics & Mechatronics | Bachelors | 4 Years | USD 22,300 / year |
| Petroleum Engineering | Bachelors | 4 Years | USD 22,350 / year |
| Renewable Energy Engineering | Masters | 1-2 Years | USD 30,400 / year |
| Chemical Engineering | Masters | 1-2 Years | USD 21,250 / year |
| Mechanical Engineering | Graduate Certificate | 6-12 Months | USD 43,400 / year |
| Industrial Engineering | Bachelors | 4 Years | USD 36,200 / year |
| Electrical & Electronic Engineering | PhD / Doctorate | 3-5 Years | USD 42,500 / year |
| Automotive Engineering | Masters | 1-2 Years | USD 43,700 / year |
| Aerospace Engineering | Masters | 1-2 Years | USD 19,000 / year |
| Biomedical Engineering | PhD / Doctorate | 3-5 Years | USD 46,050 / year |
| Environmental Engineering | Bachelors | 4 Years | USD 25,250 / year |
| Civil Engineering | Bachelors | 4 Years | USD 27,200 / year |
| Robotics & Mechatronics | Bachelors | 4 Years | USD 23,150 / year |
| Petroleum Engineering | Masters | 1-2 Years | USD 48,850 / year |
| Renewable Energy Engineering | Bachelors | 4 Years | USD 25,150 / year |
| Chemical Engineering | Masters | 1-2 Years | USD 30,100 / year |
| Mechanical Engineering | Masters | 1-2 Years | USD 18,000 / year |
| Industrial Engineering | Masters | 1-2 Years | USD 31,050 / year |
Hospitality & Tourism
17 programmes| Programme | Level | Duration | Fee (per year) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourism Management | PhD / Doctorate | 3-5 Years | USD 48,750 / year |
| Sports Management | Masters | 1-2 Years | USD 48,250 / year |
| Culinary Arts | Masters | 1-2 Years | USD 27,450 / year |
| Hotel Management | Masters | 1-2 Years | USD 31,400 / year |
| Airline & Airport Management | PhD / Doctorate | 3-5 Years | USD 24,050 / year |
| Event Management | PhD / Doctorate | 3-5 Years | USD 31,350 / year |
| Tourism Management | Bachelors | 4 Years | USD 35,850 / year |
| Sports Management | Masters | 1-2 Years | USD 37,500 / year |
| Culinary Arts | Bachelors | 4 Years | USD 20,200 / year |
| Hotel Management | Bachelors | 4 Years | USD 37,100 / year |
| Airline & Airport Management | Masters | 1-2 Years | USD 37,250 / year |
| Event Management | Bachelors | 4 Years | USD 16,100 / year |
| Tourism Management | Masters | 1-2 Years | USD 27,050 / year |
| Sports Management | Bachelors | 4 Years | USD 21,100 / year |
| Culinary Arts | PhD / Doctorate | 3-5 Years | USD 38,350 / year |
| Hotel Management | PhD / Doctorate | 3-5 Years | USD 26,550 / year |
| Airline & Airport Management | Bachelors | 4 Years | USD 21,400 / year |
Fees shown are indicative annual estimates for guidance only and vary by intake, scholarship eligibility and programme. PhD study is frequently fully funded through research or teaching assistantships. ICS will confirm exact, current fees with the university before you apply.