Online Bachelor Degree Programs

Thank you for your interest in Western Kentucky University’s online programs. WKU currently offers 6 baccalaureate programs online. A summary of each program is below.

Students seeking a bachelor degree from WKU must complete general education requirements , and depending on the major area of study, a minor may also be required. For most majors, General Education requirements are available online by taking a combination of web and independent learning courses. A complete list of online opportunities to fulfill general education requirements is available for printing. If your major requires a minor, information about online minors is also available.

Please note: Students should check with their assigned advisor prior to registering for courses, as certain majors require specific general education courses.

To learn more, please select the program of study that you are interested in from the list below, call us toll-free at 888-495-8932 (888-4WKUWEB) or email us at learn.online@wku.edu.

Bachelor of Arts in Family & Consumer Sciences (Child Studies Concentration)

This program is designed to develop understanding of children and their needs. The program includes courses on nutrition, family relations, developing age appropriate curriculum, child development and assessment, psychology and parenting.

Bachelor of Arts in Family & Consumer Sciences (Family Studies Concentration)

The central purpose of the program is to prepare students who are interested in working in a family-focused environment. The graduates will have a broad knowledge base working with children and families. The major will provide graduates with entry-level competencies for child and family life.

Bachelor of Arts in Sociology

Sociology is the study of social life including the social causes and consequences of human behavior. It looks at groups, organizations, and societies--how they develop and change and how people interact in them. Since so much that humans do is social, the subject matter of sociology ranges from the intimate family to the hostile mob, from crime to religion, from divisions by race, gender, and social class to the shared beliefs of a common culture, from the sociology of work to the sociology of popular music. Indeed sociology seems to offer something for everyone, and its career potential is becoming increasingly recognized by today's students. This program can be completed entirely online, or by taking a combination of online and independent learning courses. A minimum of 31 credit hours is required.

Bachelor of Interdisciplinary Studies

This degree provides an alternative four-year program for students who do not need or desire the academic specialization involved in traditional major or major/minor programs. This degree allows considerable latitude and flexibility to satisfy individual interests and needs.

Bachelor of Science in Computer Information Technology (Completion Degree)

This program prepares students for success in computer-related careers including: systems analysts, network administrators, web-designers, hardware specialists, technical trainers, and computer consultants.

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (RN to BSN)

The RN to BSN Program allows registered nurses an opportunity to complete the requirements for the baccalaureate of science in nursing degree in a convenient format of study.

Bachelor of Science in Technology Management (Completion Degree)

This program enables students graduating from a technical school program with either a certificate or associate degree to enter Western on a 2+2 basis. WKU provides upper division hours in the major and in general education toward the completion of a bachelor of science in Technology Management.

Bachelor of Science in Dental Hygiene (Completion Degree)

Students with an interest in the program of dental hygiene may contact the Department of Allied Health at (270) 745-2427 or email Lynn Austin at lynn.austin@wku.edu.

Additional Programs for Bachelor Degree Candidates

In addition to the programs listed above, which are completely online, WKU offers 12 bachelor degree programs which are at least  75% online. These programs include the following: Systems Management (available concentration areas include: Technical Writing, Healthcare Information, Criminology, Digital Media Technology, Industrial Systems, Military Systems, Technical Sales); Family and Consumer Sciences (concentration area: Child Life Specialist); Human Resources Management; and Environmental Health Science. 

Additional programs are also available at regional campus locations in Glasgow, Owensboro, and Elizabethtown/Radcliff/Ft. Knox. Please refer to the contact information below:

Glasgow Regional Center

Phone: (270) 659-6900
Email: glasgow@wku.edu
Web: www.wku.edu/glasgow

Owensboro Regional Campus

Phone: (270) 684-9797
Email: owensboro@wku.edu
Web: www.wku.edu/owensboro

Elizabethtown/Radcliff/Ft. Knox Regional Center

Phone (Elizabethtown):: (270) 745-5895
Phone (Radcliff):: (270) 745-3073
Phone (Ft. Knox):: (270) 351-1192
Email (Elizabethtown): jennifer.london@wku.edu
Email (Radcliff): liza.ramirez@wku.edu
Email (Ft. Knox): melissa.ballinger@wku.edu
Web: www.wku.edu/etown-ftknox