Beginning Freshmen Requirements

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

Students must meet ONE of the following requirements for admission:

1. ACT composite of 20 or greater, or
2. SAT (math + critical reading) of 940 or higher, or
3. Unweighted high school GPA of 2.50 or higher, or
4. Achieve the required Composite Admission Index (CAI) score (click here for more information on CAI)

Students admitted to WKU may be placed in an appropriate academic support program based on academic needs at the time of admission. Students will be notified regarding any academic placement by the appropriate office.

What tests are required for beginning freshmen?

Either the ACT or SAT is required of all beginning freshmen. Test dates and registration information may be obtained from a high school counselor or the test company:

ACT SAT

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 Semester	August 1	Spring Semester	January 1	Summer Semester	May 1

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