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Kentucky Wesleyan College

Owensboro, KY·Private·https://kwc.edu/
NCAA D2
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Campus Identity

NCAA D2

Kentucky Wesleyan College is a small private nonprofit college in Owensboro, KY. Approximately 842 students are enrolled. Admissions are accessible with a 72% acceptance rate. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 37/100 (Less Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

At a Glance

Kentucky Wesleyan College is a small private nonprofit college in Owensboro, KY. Approximately 842 students are enrolled. Admissions are accessible with a 72% acceptance rate. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 37/100 (Less Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

72%
Acceptance Rate
2,113 applications
20
ACT Score (50th %ile)
Range: 16–23
$28,400
In-State Tuition
+$1,260 fees
$28,400
Out-of-State Tuition
+$1,260 fees
$11,855
Room & Board
19 meals/week
842
Total Enrollment
Undergraduate students
18%
Yield Rate
Admitted students who enrolled
NCAA D2
Athletics
Great Midwest Athletic
Selectivity72% · Open
Highly SelectiveOpen

SAT Scores (25th–75th Percentile)

SAT Evidence-Based Reading

440510560

SAT Math

450510570

Campus Lifestyle

Athletics

NCAA D2

Great Midwest Athletic

School Size & Setting

Under 1,000

Urban setting

Ski Access

65 miles

Paoli Peaks →

Weather

Warm Climate

51°F avg school-year

Nearby Ski Resorts

65 mi away
65 skiable acres8 lifts
155 mi away
100 skiable acres12 lifts
199 mi away
30 skiable acres7 lifts

Average Monthly Temperature

1991–2020 Climate Normals · Owensboro, KY

34°Jan38°Feb47°Mar58°Apr67°May75°Jun78°Jul77°Aug70°Sep59°Oct46°Nov38°Dec

Station: CALHOUN 4 ENE · Source: NOAA NCEI

On Campus Safety Score

2021–2023 U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security data normalized per 1,000 students

37/100
Less Safe
PersonalSafetyPropertySafetyParty SceneSafety392844
39/100
Personal
assault, rape, stalking, dating and domestic violence
28/100
Property
burglary, vehicle theft, arson
44/100
Party Scene
drug, alcohol & weapons enforcement

On Campus Safety data from the U.S. Dept. of Education Clery Act Database, normalized per 1,000 enrolled students. Higher scores indicate a safer environment. Review detailed data on the U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security website.

Cost Breakdown

Annual costs for the 2023–24 academic year. Source: IPEDS/NCES 2024.

Tuition
$28,400
Fees
$1,260
Room & Board
$11,855
Total
$41,515
Meal Plan: 19 meals/week

These are sticker prices. Your actual cost may be much lower with financial aid.

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Fields of Study

28 programs offered

Most Popular Programs

Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/FitnessBachelor's
22 grads/yr$42,948
Psychology, GeneralBachelor's
22 grads/yr
Business/Commerce, GeneralBachelor's
20 grads/yr$64,396
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and MethodsBachelor's
17 grads/yr
Zoology/Animal BiologyBachelor's
16 grads/yr

Bar width proportional to graduates per year. Earnings = median 4 years after graduation.

Business/Commerce, General
Bachelor's20 grads$64,396
Criminal Justice and Corrections
Bachelor's14 grads$52,867
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness
Bachelor's22 grads$42,948
Psychology, General
Bachelor's22 grads
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
Bachelor's17 grads
Zoology/Animal Biology
Bachelor's16 grads
Design and Applied Arts
Bachelor's14 grads
Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General
Bachelor's14 grads
Biology, General
Bachelor's9 grads
Mathematics
Bachelor's6 grads

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect graduates working and not enrolled full-time. Data suppressed (shown as —) for programs with fewer than 30 graduates. Most recent available year.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Kentucky Wesleyan College located?

Kentucky Wesleyan College is located in Owensboro, KY. The main campus address is 3000 Frederica Street, Owensboro, KY. It is a private institution offering 4-year degree programs.

What is the acceptance rate at Kentucky Wesleyan College?

Kentucky Wesleyan College has an acceptance rate of 72%, making it moderately selective. Out of 2,113 applicants, 1,513 were admitted in the most recent year. 842 students enrolled.

What ACT score do you need for Kentucky Wesleyan College?

The middle 50% of enrolled students at Kentucky Wesleyan College scored between 16 and 23 on the ACT, with a median of 20. About 64% of enrolled students submitted ACT scores. Scoring in this range will put you within the typical range, though admissions decisions consider many factors.

How much does it cost to attend Kentucky Wesleyan College?

For the 2023–24 academic year, Kentucky Wesleyan College charges $28,400/year in tuition. Including room and board ($11,855/year), the total estimated cost for out-of-state students is approximately $41,515/year. Financial aid, scholarships, and grants can significantly reduce this cost — use Kentucky Wesleyan College's net price calculator for a personalized estimate.

Does Kentucky Wesleyan College have college sports?

Yes — Kentucky Wesleyan College competes at the NCAA D2 level in the Great Midwest Athletic. Division II programs offer athletic scholarships and competitive sports programs while balancing academics and athletics.

Is Kentucky Wesleyan College the right fit for me?

Whether Kentucky Wesleyan College is right for you depends on your academic goals, budget, lifestyle preferences, and career aspirations. Key factors to consider: admissions selectivity (72% admit rate), cost ($28,400/year out-of-state), campus culture in Owensboro, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh Kentucky Wesleyan College against similar schools side-by-side.

Data sourced from IPEDS/NCES 2024. Always verify with Kentucky Wesleyan College directly for the most current information.

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Quick Facts

Type
Private
Location
Owensboro, KY
Size
Under 1,000
Degrees Offered
Associate's, Bachelor's
NCAA
NCAA D2
Conference
Great Midwest Athletic
School Year Weather
Warm · 51°F avg
On Campus Safety Score
37/100
Nearest Airport
Owensboro, KY (OWB) · 3 mialso EVV (30 mi), FTK (64 mi)

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Location

Owensboro, KY

Data Sources: Admissions, cost, and enrollment data sourced from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) (NCES, 2024 survey year). Fields of Study data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. On Campus Safety Score computed from Clery Act data (U.S. Dept. of Education, 3-year average normalized per 1,000 students). Data may not reflect most recent changes. Always verify with the institution directly.