Unlike larger research institutions, classes in the Gordon Ford College of Business are kept small to encourage an active learning process.

Small so Students Can Succeed

The Gordon Ford College of Business strives to maintain an intimate classroom environment. To that end, the average class size is 35 students. This number includes all courses taught at the Gordon Ford College of Business including principal or introductory courses. At larger research instutitions introductory courses can grow as large as 300 students.

Student to Faculty Ratio

The Gordon Ford College of Business ratio of students to faculty is a mere 25 to 1. Combined with small classes, the Gordon Ford College of Business offers students an experience where they are treated as bright, aspiring individuals.

Classroom Environment

The Gordon Ford College of Business is housed in the heart of WKU's picturesque campus in Finely C. Grise Hall. Even though the building is beginning to show its age, significant resources are devoted annually to maintain technology for classrooms. Most class rooms in the Gordon Ford College of Business are outfitted with the latest tools to assist faculty in teaching.