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Private nonprofit, 4-Year
Owensboro, KY

Kentucky Wesleyan College

Explore one of the most distinguished institutions in KY. Your pathway to a brighter future begins here.

Annual Tuition

$33,393

Average Sticker Price

Admission Rate

67.0%

Selectivity Level

Graduation Rate

50.5%

Completion Success

Median Earnings

$46,747

10y Career Outlook

About Institution

Kentucky Wesleyan College is a distinguished Private nonprofit, 4-Year institution located in Owensboro, KY. With a competitive tuition profile of $33,393, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 50.5% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.

Admissions Intel

SAT Score Range

Reading & Writing430 – 550
20025th–75th percentile800
Math320 – 580
20025th–75th percentile800

ACT Score Range

Composite12 – 24
125th–75th percentile36

Acceptance Rate

67.0%

Transfer-Out Rate30.7%

Investment Return

Estimated College ROI Analysis

Total 4-Year Cost

$133,572

Based on sticker tuition

Estimated Payback

8.0 yrs

Time to recoup investment

Annual Earnings Boost

+$16,747

vs. $30k HS diploma baseline

10-Year Net Gain

+$33,898

Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost

20-Year Net Gain

+$201,368

Long-term projected return on your education investment

ROI estimates use the BLS national median of $30,000/yr for high school diploma holders as a baseline. Actual results vary based on major, career path, location, and individual circumstances. Median graduate debt at Kentucky Wesleyan College is $23,250.

Student Community

Gender Balance

Women
Men
50.8%
49.2%
FemininityMasculinity

Ethnic Diversity

White
63.6%
Black
14.7%
Unknown
10.4%
International
3.9%
Hispanic
3.5%
Asian
1.8%
Two or more
1.5%
American Indian / Alaska Native
0.5%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
0.0%

Security Audit

Safety Rating: 3-Year Aggregate

Incidents

0

Burglary

0

Theft

0

Assault

0

Robbery

0

Rape

0

Arson

0

Murder

0

Financial Outlook

Total Sticker Price

$33,393

Estimated cost before aid.

Net Price By Income

$0 - $30k$35,694
$30k - $48k$35,651
$48k - $75k$36,301
$75k+$37,446

Debt & Financial Aid

Median Debt (grads)$23,250
Pell Grant Recipients41.6%
Using Federal Loans51.7%
Historical 3yr Loan Repayment57.1%

Repayment measured in 2016–17; this federal measure was discontinued.

* Most students receive significant grants and scholarships, reducing the actual cost. Grant data from IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey.

Quick Overview

Faculty Ratio

N/A

Retention

64.9%

Success

50.5%

In-State Cost

$33,393

Age 25+ Students

10.1%

Carnegie Class

Baccalaureate: Diverse

Working at 6yr

320 students

Security Benchmark

Campus vs. City Comparison (Per 100k)

Violent Offenses

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Owensboro (City-wide)0.0

Property Crimes

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Owensboro (City-wide)0.0

Stats sourced from institutional reports and municipal data. These rates provide a standardized baseline for comparing safety across different environments.

Living In Owensboro

Off-Campus Market Estimator

Current Fair Market Rents
🏠

Studio

$825

Monthly Average

🏢

1 Bedroom

$830

Monthly Average

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2 Bedrooms

$1,091

Monthly Average

🏢

3 Bedrooms

$

Monthly Average

Data provided by HUD Fair Market Rent (FMR). These estimates assist with financial planning for off-campus housing in the Owensboro metropolitan area.