Western Kentucky University

WKU Admissions

Beginning Freshmen Requirements

What are the requirements for high school graduates to be admitted?

Full Admission Directed Admission Conditional Admission
1. Pre-College Curriculum (see below) 1. Pre-College Curriculum (see below) 1. Minimum unweighted 2.0 high school GPA on a 4.0 scale OR ACT composite of 18 (for Summer or Fall 2012 admission)
2. Minimum unweighted 2.5 high school GPA on a 4.0 scale OR ACT composite of 20 or higher 2. Minimum unweighted 2.5 high school GPA on a 4.0 scale OR ACT composite of 20 or higher (Note: students admitted conditionally will enroll in the WKU University College Commonwealth School.)
3. ACT Reading subscore of 20 or higher OR ACT English subscore of 18 or higher 3. ACT Reading subscore below 20 OR ACT English subscore below 18  


What are the tests required for beginning freshmen?

The American College Test (ACT) or the Scholastic Assessment Test (SAT) is required of all beginning freshmen. Test dates and a registration form may be obtained from a high school counselor or the test company. For more information contact:

ACT Program,
Box 414,
Iowa City, Iowa 52243
Tel: (319) 337-1313

Final admission cannot be granted before test scores are received. NOTE: All materials submitted become the property of WKU and cannot be returned to the student or forwarded to any other party.


What is the WKU Pre-College Curriculum?

English 4 years I, II, III, IV
Math 3 years Algebra I, Algebra II, and Geometry (or Integrated Math I, II, and III)
Social Studies 3 years Chosen from U.S. History, Economics, Government, World Geography and World Civilization
Science 3 years Chosen from Life Science, Physical Science, and Earth/Space Science (at least one lab)
Health 1/2 years  
Physical Education 1/2 years  
History and Appreciation of Visual or Performing Arts 1 years History and appreciation of visual and performing arts or another arts course that incorporates such content
Foreign Language 2 years  


What are the WKU Application submission deadlines?

Application Submission Deadlines
Fall August 1 Spring January 1 Summer May 1


International Students Application Submission Deadlines
Fall April 1 Spring September 1 Summer March 1

 Last Modified 3/14/12