Kentucky Wesleyan College

Owensboro, Kentucky · Private nonprofit, 4-year

At a glance

Average net price

$17,131

In-state, after aid

6-year graduation rate

46.8%

Admission rate

72%

Undergrad size

842

In-state tuition

$34,673

Out-of-state tuition

$34,673

Cost of attendance

$46,203

Median earnings (10y)

$46,747

Admissions

SAT average
1,044
ACT midpoint
22
Retention
52.6%
Locale
City

Programs breakdown

14 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by humanities & arts (28%), social sciences (19%), business (18%).

  • STEM10%
  • Health6%
  • Business18%
  • Humanities & arts28%
  • Social sciences19%
  • Trades & services18%

Share of all degrees and certificates awarded in each broad CIP-2 program area (U.S. Department of Education, latest reporting year). Estimated students/yr = share × undergrad size.

Specific majors offered

19 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.

MajorCredentialGradsMedian earningsMedian debt
Business/Commerce, General.Bachelor's43$25,000
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness.Bachelor's40$25,000
Psychology, General.Bachelor's40
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods.Bachelor's29
Zoology/Animal Biology.Bachelor's27
Criminal Justice and Corrections.Bachelor's23
Design and Applied Arts.Bachelor's22
Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General.Bachelor's22$26,000
Biology, General.Bachelor's16
Chemistry.Bachelor's15
Accounting and Related Services.Bachelor's11
History.Bachelor's10
Mathematics.Bachelor's7
Political Science and Government.Bachelor's7
English Language and Literature, General.Bachelor's6
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities.Associate's6
Communication and Media Studies.Bachelor's5
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities.Bachelor's5
Music.Bachelor's5

Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard Field of Study. Earnings cover graduates who received federal financial aid and are working / not enrolled. Cells marked "—" are not reported or were suppressed for privacy.

About Kentucky Wesleyan College

Kentucky Wesleyan College is a small institution located in Owensboro, Kentucky, primarily awarding the bachelor's degree. It enrolls roughly 842 undergraduate students in a city setting. The most popular fields of study include Business, Parks & recreation, Visual & performing arts.

Cost & tuition

The average net price at Kentucky Wesleyan College — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $17,131 per year, which is moderately priced compared to other U.S. institutions. Published tuition is $34,673 per year before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $46,203 annually.

Graduation & earnings outcomes

The 6-year graduation rate is 46.8%, a average completion outcome. 52.6% of first-time students return for a second year, a useful proxy for student satisfaction and academic fit. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $46,747 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.

Programs & majors

Kentucky Wesleyan College confers degrees and certificates across 14 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Business, Parks & recreation, Visual & performing arts. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by humanities & arts (28% of credentials), social sciences (19% of credentials), trades & services (18% of credentials), which gives a quick read on the school's overall academic profile. Use the programs breakdown below to see every reported area, an estimated number of students per program per year, and links to compare other U.S. colleges in the same field.

Admissions

Kentucky Wesleyan College accepts 72% of applicants, making it moderately selective. Admitted students have an average SAT score around 1,044. The ACT midpoint for admitted students is roughly 22.

Location & campus

Set in Owensboro, Kentucky (city), Kentucky Wesleyan College draws students from across Kentucky and beyond. Prospective students often weigh proximity, cost of living, and local industry demand when choosing between schools in this area.

Frequently asked questions about Kentucky Wesleyan College

Q.How much does Kentucky Wesleyan College cost?

The average net price at Kentucky Wesleyan College is $17,131 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $46,203.

Q.What is the graduation rate at Kentucky Wesleyan College?

Kentucky Wesleyan College has a 6-year graduation rate of 46.8% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.

Q.How hard is it to get into Kentucky Wesleyan College?

Kentucky Wesleyan College admits 72% of applicants, which is considered moderately selective.

Q.How much do Kentucky Wesleyan College graduates earn?

Ten years after enrolling, the median Kentucky Wesleyan College graduate earns $46,747 per year.

Q.What is tuition at Kentucky Wesleyan College?

Published tuition is $34,673 in-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.

Q.Where is Kentucky Wesleyan College located?

Kentucky Wesleyan College is located in Owensboro, Kentucky (ZIP 42301).

Data on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and IPEDS, the federal sources colleges are required to report to. Net price, graduation rate, and earnings figures reflect the latest available federal release. Always verify current tuition and program availability directly with Kentucky Wesleyan College at their official website.