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Kentucky Wesleyan College
Kentucky Wesleyan College
OWENSBORO, KY . 4 Year 3.6
#2264 in Best Colleges in America
3000 FREDERICA ST OWENSBORO, KY 42301

Overview

Kentucky Wesleyan College is a private United Methodist liberal arts college located in Owensboro, Kentucky, United States, founded in 1858. The college offers 30 undergraduate majors and 13 pre-professional programs across disciplines including the arts, humanities, natural sciences, mathematics, social sciences, and professional studies. The campus spans 55 acres and features modern teaching and living facilities. The college emphasizes small class sizes with a student-to-faculty ratio of 13:1, providing personalized academic support. In athletics, the college's “Black Panthers” excel in the NCAA Division II, with the men's basketball team having won the national championship eight times. Additionally, the college offers a wide range of student organizations and club activities, fostering a vibrant campus atmosphere.

Rankings

  • 265

    #265 in Best College Athletics in America

  • 2264

    #2264 in Best Colleges in America

  • 326

    #326 in Safest College Campuses in America

  • Best College Athletics in America 265 of 1,344
  • Safest College Campuses in America 326 of 1,306
  • Best Colleges for Student Athletes in America 648 of 1,323

Academics

  • C+Academics
  • CValue
  • B+Diversity
  • C+Campus
  • B+Athletics
  • B Party Scene
  • CProfessors
  • BLocation
  • B Dorms
  • B Campus Food
  • B Student Life
  • A Safety

Majors

  • Business
    27 Graduates
  • Psychology
    18 Graduates
  • Sport and Fitness Management
    13 Graduates
  • Zoology and Entomology
    13 Graduates
  • Criminal Justice and Safety Studies
    12 Graduates
  • Chemistry
    10 Graduates
  • Communications
    9 Graduates
  • Elementary Education
    9 Graduates
  • Graphic Design
    7 Graduates
  • Kinesiology and Exercise Science
    7 Graduates

Admissions

  • Rolling Admissions
    Application Deadline
  • 67%
    Acceptance Rate
  • Application Fee
  • Application Website
    Visit offical website
  • Online Certificate Programs
    0
  • Online Associates Programs
    0
  • Online Bachelor's Programs
    5

Costs

  • Average Total Aid Awarded
    $18,522
  • Students Receiving Financial Aid
    100%
  • National Average Cost
    $15,523

After College

  • Graduation Rate
    46%
  • Employed 2 Years After Graduation
    94%
  • National Average Earnings
    $33,028

Students

  • Full-Time Enrollment
    757 Undergrads
  • Part-Time Undergrads
    54
  • Undergrads Over 25
    8%
  • Pell Grant
    56%
  • Varsity Athletes
    53%

Campus Life

  • Student Faculty Ratio
    13:1
  • Evening Degree Programs
    No
  • Athletic Conference
    Great Midwest Athletic Conference
  • Athletic Division
    NCAA Division II (with football)

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