Welcome to Western Kentucky University (WKU), home of the Hilltoppers. Located in Bowling Green, Kentucky, our hilltop campus offers a beautiful setting and a friendly atmosphere. With a population of more than 60,000, Bowling Green is situated approximately 110 miles south of Louisville and 65 miles north of Nashville.

WKU also has Regional Campuses in Glasgow, Owensboro, and Elizabethtown-Fort Knox. At WKU, we are committed to providing a wide range of academic programs and opportunities. Our undergraduate division offers four-year programs leading to bachelor's degrees in various fields, including arts, sciences, music, and social work.

We also have associate degree programs, certificate programs, master's degree programs, specialist degree programs, and doctoral degree programs. While studying at WKU, you can also benefit from our scholarship programs and national recognitions. We have a strong focus on research, service, and lifelong learning opportunities.

In fact, WKU earned more than 35 top recognitions for academic programs during the 2017-18 academic year. Join the Hilltoppers and embark on a journey of academic excellence, personal growth, and global citizenship at Western Kentucky University