Western Kentucky University

Western Kentucky University Life at the top is worth the climb. ⁣⁣
Climb With Us at WKU! 🔴⚪️

Apply now at wku.edu/apply. Welcome to Western Kentucky University, home of the Hilltoppers.
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WKU is the third-largest university in Kentucky located in Bowling Green, approximately 110 miles south of Louisville and 65 miles north of Nashville, Tennessee. WKU also has three regional campuses in Owensboro, Glasgow and Elizabethtown to serve location-based and adult learner communities. WKU academic majors include bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral programs, certifications, and a robust selec

tion of online degree programs. WKU is home to more than one hundred academic majors and programs including journalism and broadcasting, nursing, physical therapy, ROTC, education, engineering and business. Please visit wku.edu/majors to view a complete list of WKU academic programs. The WKU Office of Admissions would be pleased to welcome you to attend a campus tour, where you may speak to personnel regarding our application and financial aid processes, learn about tuition and dorm options, visit classrooms, see our beautiful hilltop campus, and more. Message us today with any questions you may have, or you may email us at [email protected], [email protected], or send general inquiries to [email protected]. We are excited you are considering WKU to begin or continue your college education. We look forward to welcoming you to our campus! GO TOPS!

09/04/2026
It's almost time for WKU's annual Parent & Family Weekend!We're excited to celebrate our Hilltopper families with events...
09/04/2026

It's almost time for WKU's annual Parent & Family Weekend!

We're excited to celebrate our Hilltopper families with events on September 25 and 26, highlighted by recognition of the 2026 Family of the Year during WKU Football’s game against Mercyhurst.

Students can nominate their family by September 11. See nomination details at https://bit.ly/4gGo3jK

Register and view the full schedule of events at https://bit.ly/4xyOhvS


WKU Parent and Family Programs
WKU Student Activities
WKU Potter College of Arts & Letters
Ogden College of Science & Engineering at WKU
Gordon Ford College of Business
WKU M.A.S.T.E.R. Plan
The Mahurin Honors College
WKU Housing & Residence Life
College of Health and Human Services at WKU
WKU College of Education and Behavioral Sciences

Hosted by WKU Student Activities, Discover Fest brought together student organizations from across campus, giving Hillto...
09/03/2026

Hosted by WKU Student Activities, Discover Fest brought together student organizations from across campus, giving Hilltoppers a chance to explore their interests, meet new people, and learn how to get involved beyond the classroom.

With more than 300 registered student organizations, students can search the RSO directory to find the perfect fit for them, or even start their own.

Learn more at https://www.wku.edu/sao/

Congratulations to the September Christopher Ware Staff Star Award winners - Brian Taylor, Jane Tua, and Jolee Campbell!
09/02/2026

Congratulations to the September Christopher Ware Staff Star Award winners - Brian Taylor, Jane Tua, and Jolee Campbell!

09/01/2026

If August is any indication, it’s going to be a great year on The Hill. 

Welcome Back WKU, National Eat Outside Day, hanging out in Preston, and seeing Hilltopper spirit across campus. Here’s a few August highlights.

What a fantastic first week, Hilltoppers! 🔴⚪️Check out our Week in Photos album for images from the first two days of cl...
08/31/2026

What a fantastic first week, Hilltoppers! 🔴⚪️

Check out our Week in Photos album for images from the first two days of classes, Welcome Back WKU on South Lawn, the WKU Spirit Masters breakfast, and more.

08/28/2026

A bird’s-eye view of the first week back ❤️

Get your tickets for WKU Night at the Hot Rods on Thursday, September 3! ⚾️Use promo code “WKU” for $10 tickets today an...
08/27/2026

Get your tickets for WKU Night at the Hot Rods on Thursday, September 3! ⚾️

Use promo code “WKU” for $10 tickets today and come cheer on the Hot Rods with your fellow Hilltoppers!

🎟️ Tickets: https://bit.ly/4gjyeMr

Welcome Back WKU brought students and the Bowling Green community together on South Lawn! Students enjoyed giveaways, ga...
08/26/2026

Welcome Back WKU brought students and the Bowling Green community together on South Lawn! Students enjoyed giveaways, games, free food and opportunities to connect with local businesses.

Some more first-day scenes for your feed! Campus is alive again, the sidewalks are buzzing and the fall semester is offi...
08/25/2026

Some more first-day scenes for your feed! Campus is alive again, the sidewalks are buzzing and the fall semester is officially underway.

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