2015 WKU Admissions View Book

It’s all within your reach!

WESTERN KENTUCKY UNIVERSITY

Greetings from WKU! WKU is serious about its bold vision to be “A Leading American University with International Reach.� The key to achieving that vision is building a richly diverse student population. We want you at WKU. We want undergraduate and graduate students from all Kentucky counties, all states, and from countries around the world in our student population. We have built a beautiful, inviting campus with state-ofthe-art academic facilities, residence halls, and restaurants. We have also established an embracing culture of inclusion and affection for global values. As President, I want to know you personally and follow your progress through graduation. I will be personally involved in a high-energy, highly intellectual, and highly prestigious university experience for you. I look forward to welcoming you to WKU!

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yourself here - a campus on a hill dotted with cherry blossoms and towering trees overlooking a picturesque city. You’re surrounded by larger-than-life architecture, a brandnew student union, state-of-the-art technology, and a dynamic student population. This is the campus of Western Kentucky University, where the stunning scenery is outdone only by its standards for academic excellence, and the continued promise of attending A Leading American University with International Reach.

This could be your academic future; this could be your new life on The Hill. Welcome to the university where student success is only the beginning, and where the Spirit Makes the Master.

It’s all within your reach!

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FRESHMEN REQUIREMENTS Minimum Academic Requirements for Freshmen: Unweighted 2.5 GPA or ACT composite of 20 or greater or SAT (math + critical reading) of 940 or greater or Achieve the required Composite Admission Index (CAI) score. For more information about the CAI, visit: www.wku.edu/admissions/cai.php

TRANSFER REQUIREMENTS Transfer students* must have a minimum GPA of 2.0 on a 4.0 scale for the last semester or term of full-time status and A cumulative GPA of 2.0 on a 4.0 scale and

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Be in good standing at the institution from which they are transferring High School transcripts and ACT/SAT test scores will be required for transfer students with fewer than 24 hours earned. *students with 24 or more earned hours of college credit

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FINANCIAL AID

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APPLY FOR ADMISSION AT: www.wku.edu/admissions Financial aid applications are available online at: www.fafsa.ed.gov or www.wku.edu/financialaid

APPLICATION DEADLINES

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January 1st

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SCHOLARSHIP DEADLINES CHERRY PRESIDENTIAL SCHOLARSHIP DEADLINE: DECEMBER 1ST (separate application required)

ALL OTHER SCHOLARSHIPS DEADLINE: JANUARY 15TH Scholarships are competitively awarded Your application for admission is also your scholarship application!

++ Counseling and Student Affairs ++ Doctor of Psychology (Psy.D.) Educational Administration, Leadership, and Research ++ Educational Leadership Doctoral Program (Ed.D.) ++ Military Science ++ Psychology ++ School of Teacher Education

COLLEGE of EDUCATION and BEHAVIORAL SCIENCES With a mission of “Empowering individuals to lead and serve our dynamic world,” we as members of the faculty and staff encourage students to become engaged in a variety of real world experiences in the classroom, in our local community, and across the globe.

visit: www.wku.edu/cebs

WKU is ranked by Smart Choice Super Scholar as one of the ten best on-line Master’s programs in the field of Early Childhood Education.

The School of Psychology graduate students have maintained a 100% pass rate on the national Praxis School Psychology exam for 10 consecutive years.

The College of Education and Behavioral Sciences has had nearly 300 students complete a portion of their student teaching experience in 10 countries (Belize, China, Ecuador, England, Germany, Italy, Mexico, South Korea, Spain, and Sweden) since 2009.

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The WKU ROTC program has ranked in the top 5 among the host programs in the brigade for the last ten years.

More than a third of recent ROTC cadets from WKU have achieved recognition as Distinguished Military Graduates, indicating they were among the top 20% of all cadets on the National Cadet Order of Merit List.

WKU students majoring in education get hands-on teaching experience early in their collegiate career. You will have the opportunity to build your resume while earning your degree in education.

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“ So far my experience has been amazing. I’ve been able to get involved, make friends, and learn a lot both in the classroom and the field.”

++ Allied Health ++ Communication Sciences and Disorders ++ Family and Consumer Sciences ++ School of Nursing ++ School of Kinesiology, Recreation and Sport ++ Public Health ++ Social Work

visit: www.wku.edu/chhs

CHHS has been successful because of the shared vision and mission for the college to strive for excellence in health and human services for a global society.

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With hands-on training and expert faculty, the College of Health and Human Services at WKU will prepare you for life after graduation. Majors in CHHS grew by 130% between Fall 2003 to Fall 2013, from 2,264 to 5,237 students. The reason for the growth in CHHS is the engagement of the exceptional faculty and staff who address the changing shifts in higher education.

Students in the department of Communication Sciences and Disorders start providing speech therapy as undergraduates through the WKU Clinical Education Complex, a Head Start center located on campus, and the Buddy House which serves adults with Down Syndrome.

Nearly 100% of WKU nursing students pass national board exams on the first attempt. 100% of our nursing students were hired shortly after graduation.

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Students from the Family and Consumer Sciences Department have won national awards at the FACS National Honors Society Conference for 15 of the last 17 years.

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“ I came to WKU because of the beautiful campus, it’s close to home, and I received an academic scholarship.”

++ Accounting ++ Economics ++ Finance ++ Information Systems ++ Management ++ Marketing ++ MBA (Master of Business Administration)

As an applied College of business, students can expect their classroom experiences to reflect the real world.

visit: www.wku.edu/business

The GFCB is 1 of only 180 colleges and universities worldwide to achieve Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) accreditation in both its business and accounting programs.

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Accounting and Economics students can participate in the Joint Undergraduate Master Degree Program (JUMP), allowing them to complete both an undergraduate and graduate degree in only five years.

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Entrepreneurship students serve as consultants for various local businesses.

WKU Finance students participate in the TVA Investment Challenge Program which invites students to design and implement strategies.

WKU recently placed 2nd in the national competition.

The Marketing Department offers a track in Social Media Marketing, one of the fastest growing careers in the country.

“ I have had great experiences with remarkable people, and I wouldn’t change this experience for anything. I plan to become involved in a marketing agency and be involved in deaf ministries.�

++ Agriculture ++ Architectural and Manufacturing Sciences ++ Biology ++ Chemistry ++ Computer Science ++ Engineering ++ Geography and Geology ++ Mathematics ++ Physics and Astronomy ++ Psychological Sciences

OGDEN COLLEGE of SCIENCE and ENGINEERING The mission of Ogden College of Science and Engineering is to empower individuals to become leaders through academic achievement, global connections and engagement in research, education, and service.

visit: www.wku.edu/ogden

KELVIN Atlanta, GA

Biology & l ca Psychologis Science

“ I know that I want to become a neurosurgeon.

I want to perform surgery on the brain and extensively study brain tumors and other ailments in hope of finding a cure for them.�

Ogden College of Science and Engineering encompasses the applied and basic sciences, offering a broad range of degree programs in agriculture, biology, chemistry, computer science, construction management, engineering, geography, geology, architectural design, manufacturing sciences, mathematics, meteorology, physics and astronomy, and psychological sciences.

In collaboration with the College of Education, Ogden offers the SKyTeach Program for those interested in teaching science and math at middle or high school levels.

Our students are putting knowledge into practice in critical areas like food sciences, cancer research, energy storage, water resources, homeland security, materials, and environmental protection.

OUR WORK TODAY WILL IMPACT THE FUTURE IN WAYS WE CANNOT YET IMAGINE.

++ Art ++ Communication ++ English ++ Folk Studies and Anthropology ++ History ++ Interdisciplinary Programs ++ School of Journalism and Broadcasting ++ Modern Languages ++ Music ++ Philosophy and Religion ++ Political Science ++ Sociology ++ Theatre and Dance

POTTER COLLEGE of ARTS and LETTERS

In the 21st century, our world is dramatically changing economically, technologically, globally, cross-culturally, environmentally, socially, and politically. Accordingly, employers recognize the value of a liberal arts education for college graduates and the citizen leaders of tomorrow.

visit: www.wku.edu/pcal

Louisville, KY

Broadcasting

WKU is the only institution in Kentucky to offer a major in Dance accredited by the National Association of Schools of Dance.

WKU’s Asian Religions and Cultures major is the only program of its kind in the country.

ImageWest is an award-winning, student-run public relations firm housed within the School of Journalism & Broadcasting. Clients include the U.S. State Department.

The Commonwealth of Kentucky has designated the School of Journalism & Broadcasting at WKU as a Program of Distinction.

“ I chose WKU because I knew my teachers would do everything in their power to prepare me for what’s to come in my future.”

++ African-American Studies ++ Gender & Women’s Studies ++ Gerontology ++ Institute for Citizenship and Social Responsibility ++ School of Professional Studies ++ Business ++ Interdisciplinary Studies ++ Leadership Studies ++ Paralegal and Real Estate Studies ++ Systems Management ++ Adult Learner Services ++ ALIVE Center for Community Partnerships ++ Center for Gerontology ++ Military Student Services

University College is committed to integrating disciplines through high quality academic and service programs. The College facilitates collaborative learning and research that address significant world issues and foster adaptability, critical inquiry, creativity, and synthesis. The College promotes social responsibility while expanding collaborative opportunities for all students, faculty, and external constituents.

visit: www.wku.edu/uc

“ As a Veteran and non traditional student, I’ve found like-minded individuals reaching out to one another.

Worried about being a non-traditional student just coming back to school or just starting? Don’t be! We fit right in, because everyone is here for a reason, and that is to learn, grow, and better our way of life through education.”

WKU has been ranked as a “Best for Vets 4-year College” by Military Times Edge magazine for five consecutive years and was ranked #7 in 2014. We have also been designated as a “Military Friendly School” every year since 2009 by G.I. Jobs

Interested in volunteering and service?

The WKU ALIVE Center for Community Partnerships gives students the opportunity to work together with members of our local, regional, and global communities to act as public problem-solvers and effective community-builders.

WKU’s Office of Adult Learner Services assists posttraditional students who plan to start or finish a degree.

wku.edu/adultservices

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More than 35 degree programs offered (undergraduate and graduate)

WKU Glasgow

MPUSES IN ADDITION TO THE BOWLING GREEN MAIN CAMPUS, WKU SERVES MORE THAN 3,400 STUDENTS, OR 17% OF ITS TOTAL ENROLLMENT, AT THREE REGIONAL CAMPUSES IN ELIZABETHTOWN-FORT KNOX, GLASGOW AND OWENSBORO.

The principle goals for WKU’s Regional Campuses are to provide access to higher education and to improve the quality of life in the communities they serve. If you are hoping to earn a WKU degree close to home, WKU’s Regional Campuses are an affordable and convenient option with small class sizes, a relaxed campus atmosphere, and personal attention from faculty and staff. The regional campuses offer bachelor degrees, graduate programs, and certificates. We can make transferring from other institutions seamless.

Courses are offered in a variety of flexible delivery options: face-to-face, IVS (interactive video services), on demand and online. For more information on Distance Learning programs at WKU, please visit wku.edu/dl.

FOR MORE INFORMATION WKU Elizabethtown 610 College St Road Elizabethtown, KY 42701 (270) 706-8870

WKU Glasgow 500 Hilltopper Way Glasgow, KY 42141 (270) 659-6900

WKU Fort Knox 229 Dixie Street Building 1174 Briscoe Hall Fort Knox, KY 40121 (270) 351-1192

wku.edu/glasgow glasgow@wku.edu

wku.edu/etown-ftknox etown-ftknox@wku.edu

ELIZABETHTOWN -FORT KNOX

WKU Owensboro 4821 New Hartford Road Owensboro, KY 42303 (270) 684-9797 wku.edu/owensboro owensboro@wku.edu

More than 45 degree programs offered (associate, undergraduate, and graduate)

visit: www.wku.edu/regionalcampuses

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WKU currently has more than 300 student organizations, so it’s easy to find the right one for you. visit: www.wku.edu/sao

Clubs and Organizaions

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WKU offers hundreds of on campus organizations for students of diverse backgrounds including

GREEK LIFE, RELIGIOUS ORGANIZATIONS ACADEMIC CLUBS, AND NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETIES.

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Diversity As a ‘Leading American University with International Reach,’ WKU creates a welcoming environment that promotes acceptance, support, and encourages diversity on our campus. We know that diversity is an important element to the success and future of WKU, and we strive to promote a welcoming atmosphere for all individuals on campus. Start your journey on a campus that offers opportunities to help mold you into bright, well-rounded, and engaged members of our campus community, Bowling Green, and beyond!

“ I toured a lot of schools before coming to WKU and when I saw the campus, I felt an instant connection.

It felt like home and no other school gave me the comfort WKU did. ”

Athletics and Intramurals

Learn more at www.wku.edu/intramurals and www.wkusports.com

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ATHLETICS & INTRAMURALS

In 2014-15, WKU Athletics made noise on the national stage. Many different programs knocked off ranked opponents and premier powers. Our football team won eight games including the inaugural Bahamas Bowl. WKU Women’s Basketball went 30-5, a new Conference USA record for wins in a season. This is the second 30-win season in Lady Topper history. Men’s Basketball won 20 games, giving the program its third-straight 20-win season. On the diamond, WKU Softball took down No. 14 Tennessee and No. 19 Nebraska and WKU Baseball beat Kentucky twice, won at No. 3 Louisville and at No. 13 Mississippi State.

Athletics and Intramurals

You too can participate in exciting competitive sports related activities through WKU Intramural Sports! Activities include flag football, basketball, volleyball, soccer, softball, handball, and many more!

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FOR THOUGHT WKU has a wide variety of dining locations to choose from. Visit Java City or Starbucks for a quick pick-me-up. Einstein Bros. Bagels and Grille Works can feed your breakfast food cravings.

Popeyes, Panda Express, Papa John’s Pizza and Chick-fil-A provide good food on the go. The Fresh Food Company offers an all-you-care-toeat dining experience for breakfast, lunch and dinner with several different stations. WKU is also home to the world’s first Steak ‘n Shake located on a college campus. Most dining locations offer healthy and vegetarian choices for students.

Check out our dining locations and meal plan options at www.wku.edu/wkurg.

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At WKU, we want to make campus accommodations as comfortable as possible. More than $120 million has been spent on renovations and construction of our 15 residence halls. All boast air-conditioning, wireless internet, kitchen and laundry facilities, and study rooms. We offer single gender as well as co-ed residence halls, some with options like themed living and living/learning facilities. Those options pair students with others who have the same interests, majors, or study habits.

Learn more about housing and obtain the necessary forms at www.wku.edu/housing.

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McLean Hall – co-ed Meredith Hall – female Northeast Hall – co-ed Southwest Hall – co-ed Zacharias Hall – co-ed WKU Apartments - co-ed

Barnes Campbell Hall – male Douglas Keen Hall – co-ed Hugh Poland Hall – male McCormack Hall – male Bemis Lawrence Hall – female Gilbert Hall – co-ed Pearce Ford Tower – female Rodes Harlin Hall – female Minton Hall – co-ed, Honors College students only

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At WKU, we make it easy for you to study abroad! With so many different learning

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KENOA Richmond, KY

Arabic / International Affairs

“ I love the international reach that WKU offers.

My third week at WKU I was able to meet with a former diplomat to the Middle East and the current Coordinator for Strategic Counterterrorism who was in Bowling Green to talk about his experiences and career opportunities. I would have never had that opportunity if I had gone somewhere else.�

DEGREE LISTING

FIND YOU.

l Associate l l + Accounting

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Advanced Manufacturing l Advanced Professionalism l + Advertising (concentrations in Branding and Interactive Experience Design) l Aerospace Studies l African American Studies l Aging Specialist l Agricultural Technology and Management l l Agriculture (concentrations in Agribusiness, Agricultural Education, Agricultural Mechanization, Agronomy (Plant), Agronomy (Soil), Animal Science (Beef), Animal Science (Swine), Dairy Science, General Agriculture, Horse Science, Horticulture, and Turf & Golf Course Management) l American Sign Language Studies l l Anthropology (concentrations in Archaeology, Biological Anthropology, Cultural Anthropology, and Cultural Resource Management) l Applied Statistics l l * Arabic l Architectural Science l Art Education (see Visual Studies) l l Art History l Asian Religions and Cultures l Asian Studies l Astronomy l Athletic Coaching l Automation l l Biochemistry l l Biology l Biophysics l Broadcasting l + Broadcasting (concentrations in Radio & Television Operations) l Business Administration l Business and Marketing Education l Business (concentrations in Business Management, Business Management Preparation, Leadership, Management Information Systems, Office Management & Supervision, and Real Estate) l + Business Economics l + Business Informatics l Canadian Studies l l Chemistry l Chemistry (concentrations in ASC Certified, General, and Teacher Certification) l Child Studies l l * Chinese l Citizenship & Social Justice l + Civil Engineering l Classical Studies l Clinical & Community Behavioral Health l CNSS 4011 (Information Assurance) l Coal Chemistry l + Communication Disorders l l + Communication Studies l Community Recreation l Computer Information Systems l + Computer Information Technology l Computer Literacy l l + Computer Science (concentrations in Specialty Option and System/Scientific Applications) l l Construction Management l Consumer and Family Sciences l

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Communication l Creative Writing l l Criminology l Cross Cultural Communication in Health Care l l + Dance l Data Analysis Using SAS l l + Dental Hygiene l Digital Advertising l Diversity and Community Studies l Drinking Water Operations l Early Childhood Education l Earth Science l l l + Economics l l + Electrical Engineering l Elementary Education l l English (concentrations in Literature, Creative Writing, and Professional Writing) l English for Secondary Teachers l l + Entrepreneurship l Environment and Sustainability l + Environmental Health Science l Environmental Studies l Exceptional Education LBD and MSD l + Exercise Science l Facility and Event Management l Family and Consumer Sciences (concentrations in Family and Consumer Sciences Education, Child Studies, and Family Studies) l l Family Home Visiting l Family Studies l Film l Film Studies l l + Finance (concentrations in Financial Management and Financial Planning) l Financial Planning l Floodplain Management l Floristry l Folklore l Food Processing and Technology l Food Science l Food Service Management l l French l Gender and Women’s Studies l Geographic Information Science l l Geographic Information Systems l l Geography and Environmental Studies (concentrations in Cultural Geography, Environment & Climate, Karst Geoscience & Water Resources, and Tourism & Development) l Geography l l l Geology (concentrations in Earth and Space Science, and General Geoscience) l l German l Gerontology l Global Health Service l Graphic Design (for Advertising majors) l l + Health Care Administration l Health Education l l + Health Information Management l Health Sciences (concentrations in Health Services and Social Services) l l History l l Honors Self-Designed Studies - A.B., B.S. l + Hospitality Management and Dietetics (concentrations in Hotel, Restaurant and Tourism Management; Nutrition and Dietetics; and Food, Nutrition, and Wellness) l Human Resources Management

l Pre-Professional

l JUMP (Joint Undergraduate-Masters Program)

iMedia l + Middle Grades Mathematics l l + Social Work l l l Sociology (concentrations in Industrial (Vocational, Career, l Middle School Science and Technical) Education l Military Leadership Community Environment & (concentrations in Technology l Military Science Development; Family, Gender & Education and Vocational l Music (Liberal Arts) Sexuality; Inequality and Social Education) l l Music (concentrations in Music Change; and Research Methods) l Industrial Sciences Ed.-Instrumental P-12, Music l Southern Studies l Information Systems Ed.-Integrated P-12, Music l l Spanish l Interactive Training Design Ed.-Vocal P-12, and Vocal and l Special Education: Learning & l Interactive Patient Navigator Instrumental Performance) Behavioral Disorders and l Interdisciplinary Early l Musical Theatre Elementary Education Childhood Education l Neuroscience l + Sport Management (concentrations in Teacher l Nonprofit Administration l Studio Art Certification and Non-Teacher l l + Nursing l Systems Engineering Certification) l Nursing (RN-BSN Program) l + Systems Management l Interdisciplinary Studies l Nutrition (concentrations in (concentrations in Arts, l Nutritional and Food Administrative Systems, Business, Education, Health, Chemistry Agricultural Systems, Humanities, Military Studies, l l Occupational Safety and Health Criminology Systems, Organization & Communication l l l l + Organizational Leadership Digital Media Technologies, of Ideas, Science, Social and l Outdoor Leadership Fire/ Rescue Administration, + Behavioral Science, Social l l

Paralegal Studies Geographic Information l Justice and Equity Studies, l + Paramedicine Systems, Government + Sustainability, and Technology) l Performing Arts (concentrations Systems, Healthcare l Interdisciplinary Studies in Acting, Directing, Music Informatics, Human (concentrations in Arts, Theatre, and Theatre Design & Resource Development, Business, Education, Health, Technology) Industrial/Manufacturing Humanities, Organization & l Performing Arts Administration Systems, Information Communication of Ideas, l l Philosophy Systems, Law Enforcement Science, Social & Behavioral l + Photojournalism Administration, Leadership, Studies, Social Justice/Equity l l Physical Education Military Systems, Studies, and Technology) (concentrations in Movement Occupational Safety and l International Affairs Studies and Teacher Education) Health, Technical Sales, l l + International Business l l Physics (concentration in Technical Training, Technical l Interior Design Physics Education) Writing) l Interior Design and Fashion l Political Communication l Teaching English as a Merchandising (concentrations l l Political Science Second Language in Interior Design and Fashion l Popular Culture Studies l Technology Management Merchandising) l Pre-Chiropractic l Textiles and Apparel + l Journalism l Pre-Dentistry Merchandising l Journalism Writing l Pre-Forestry l l Theatre l Kentucky Studies l Pre-Law l Tourism l * Kitchen and Bath l Pre-Medicine l + Visual Arts (concentrations l l Land Surveying l Pre-Optometry in Graphic Design, and Studio) l Latin American Studies l Pre-Pharmacy l Visual Studies l Legal Studies l Pre-Physical Therapy (concentrations in Art l Library Media Education l Pre-Physican Assistant Education and Studio Art) l Literature l Pre-Podiatric Medicine l Vocational-Industrial and l Lodging Management l Pre-Theology Technical Teacher Education l Long-term Care l Pre-Veterinary Medicine l l Water Resource Management Administration l Professional Writing (concentrations in Water l + Management l l + Psychology Technology, Wastewater (concentrations in Technology, and Water l l l Psychological Science Business Administration, (concentrations in Applied Utilities Management) Human Resources/ Psychological Science, l l Worksite Health Promotion Personnel Management) Biobehavioral Psychology, l Manufacturing Processing & Clinical Psychological Science, + Students wishing to pursue a Technology Cognitive Psychology, Custom, major in one of these areas l Marketing Developmental Science, and should be aware that upon l + Marketing (concentrations Social Psychology) admission to the university, in Strategic Marketing, l + Public Health (concentrations in admission to the department is Marketing Sales, and Social Environmental Health and also required. Baccalaureate Media Marketing) Public Health Education) degree programs generally + + l l Mathematics (concentrations in l Public Relations require admission by the third Fundamentals/Analysis and l Real Estate year of study. Contact the Discrete, Fundamentals of l Recreation Administration appropriate department for Applied Math, Fundamentals of (concentrations in specific information about Math Studies, Non-Teacher Commercial Recreation and individual requirements.

Certifiable and Teacher Tourism; Facility and Event Education) Management; Nonprofit * At time of this publication l + Mathematical Economics Administration; Outdoor approval of these programs (concentrations in Actuarial Recreation; and Recreation was pending Science and General Services) l l l Religious Studies Mathematical Economics) ** Academic Common Market l + Mechanical Engineering l Russian and East European Students from certain southern l Medical Technology Studies states (listed next to each major) l Meeting, Convention, and l Sales may be eligible to pay in-state Exposition Planning l Science and Mathematics fees to pursue those majors. For l l Meteorology Education more information, visit the l Middle East Studies l Sexuality Studies Southern Regional Education l Middle Level Education in l Six Sigma and Quality Board website at: Social Studies and Language l Social Studies Arts (concentrations in MLE www.sreb.org/page/1304/ Language Arts/Communicaton academic_common_market. single area certification, MLE html Social Studies/Language Arts dual certification and MLE Social Studies single area certification) For more information, visit www.wku.edu/online l l

WKU ON-LINE

ARE YOU PLUGGED IN?

WKU offers many opportunities your educational experience and DELO - US Newsto expand #2 for Online Courses learn outside the traditional classroom. You can take courses online, during the summer, or between semesters during winter term. You can study away within the U.S., study abroad, or spend a semester/year at another university. You can even take a course on demand, meaning you can start a course any day of the year and complete coursework at your own pace.

For more information about extended learning opportunities, visit wku.edu/delo.

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ONLINE BACHELOR DEGREE PROGRAMS

BACHELOR DEGREE PROGRAMS (PARTIALLY ONLINE)

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Family and Consumer SciencesChild Studies Family and Consumer SciencesFamily Studies Interdisciplinary Studies Organizational Leadership Sociology Computer Information Technology

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Business Administration Minor* Child Studies Minor Consumer & Family Sciences Minor Criminology Minor Entrepreneurship Minor* Family Studies Minor Finance Minor* History Minor Library Media Education Minor Marketing Minor* Nonprofit Administration Minor Performing Arts Administration Minor* Sociology Minor

Criminology (one Face-to-Face class required) Health Science, Environmental Health Computer Information Technology Dental Hygiene Management, Business Administration RN to BSN Systems Management Technology Management

ONLINE UNDERGRADUATE CERTIFICATES ++ CNSS 4011 ++ Computer Literacy Certificate ++ Cross Cultural Communication in Health Care ++ Family Home Visiting Certificate ++ Food Processing and Technology ++ Geographic Information Systems ++ Human Resources ++ Interactive Training Design ++ Organizational Leadership Certificate ++ Manufacturing and Logistics ++ Manufacturing Processing and Technology ++ Occupational Health & Safety ++ Six Sigma and Quality ++ Worksite Health Promotion

Majors Listing

* indicates that the minor listed requires ACCT 200 (Introduction to Accounting), which is not currently available online. The course is available at night on the Bowling Green campus, and at regional campus locations in Glasgow, Elizabethtown/Ft. Knox and Owensboro or may be transferred to WKU upon approval.

ONLINE ASSOCIATE DEGREE PROGRAMS ++ Early Childhood Education

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HONORED EXPERIENCE

HOW TO APPLY

www.wku.edu/honors/apply

Honors College

Minimum application requirements for incoming freshmen include any one of the following 27 ACT composite or combined verbal and math SAT of 1210 3.8 unweighted high school GPA Top 15% of graduating high school class

The priority application deadline is

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Business and Marketing Education

THE HONORS COLLEGE AT WKU Founded in 2008, The Honors College at WKU provides a unique educational experience combining the benefits of a small, highly selective institution with the resources and affordability of a large public university.

Honors College

Upon graduation, Honors scholars have attained a 98% acceptance rate into many of the nation’s top graduate and professional programs. With over 1,300 scholars, our students embody the spirit of engaged excellence through scholarship, active citizenship, and international experiences.

Contact Honors at (270) 745-2081 or honors.admissions@wku.edu

“ WKU was my first choice because it was by far the prettiest campus I visited.

Also WKU had the major I was interested in and I was able to join my friends in The Honors College.

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SUPPORT SERVICES ACADEMIC ADVISING:

Experienced counselors help develop course schedules, assist with long range planning, and make sure General Education Requirements are met.

PERSONAL COUNSELING: Counselors

help students with transition concerns, aid in setting realistic goals, and consult on personal challenges.

TUTORING:

Peer tutors assist with many entry-level general education classes. They also teach academic skills at no cost to students.

Student Services/Student Jobs on Campus

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES The Student Employment Program at Western Kentucky University provides opportunities for students who are in need of part-time employment as they pursue a course of study at the University. The program is also designed to assist University departments in meeting their objectives through the use of qualified student employees.

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“ My major in Advertising and my minor in Marketing from WKU will prepare me for the fast-paced business world. I’m ready to start my career and take on the world of advertising.”

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We’re ready to see you on campus! #VisitWKU

TOURS ARE LED BY CURRENT WKU STUDENTS AND INCLUDE A STOP INSIDE OUR ACTIVITIES CENTER, AN ACADEMIC BUILDING, OUR NEWLY RENOVATED STUDENT UNION AND A RESIDENCE HALL. To schedule a tour, visit www.wku.edu/visitwku or call 1-800-4-WKU-INFO. Email any questions you may have about campus visits to tours@wku.edu, and for any other admissions information visit www.wku.edu/admissions.

TOUR GUIDE Bowling Green, KY

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“ I came to WKU because it was so close to home. The size is perfect (not too big and not too small). WKU also has a great biology program. I love hanging out with my friends downtown, but I also love kayaking with my family.

There is so much to do in BG! I’ve met so many new people while still staying in touch with people from my high school. I love all of my teachers and being a tour guide is fun.”

www.wku.edu/about/aboutbg

Tour Campus

WKU is located in the beautiful city of Bowling Green, Kentucky, known for its special ‘southern hospitality.’ A thriving university town with a progressive population, Bowling Green is the 3rd largest city in Kentucky and the dining and shopping mecca for a dozen surrounding counties. It’s a bustling city with a diverse economy, award winning schools, affordable housing, and a low crime rate.

THE HILL 1 Augenstein Alumni Center and Welcome Center, 292 Alumni Ave. 2 WKU Apartments/Alumni Square Garage 3 Kentucky Street Apartments 4 Suzanne Vitale Clinical Education Complex 5 Felts Log House 6 Kentucky Museum in the Kentucky Building 7 Rodes Harlin Hall 8 Pioneer Log Cabin 9 McCormack Hall 10 Gilbert Hall 11 Central Heat Plant 12 Parking Structure No. 1 Facilities Management and WKU Police Building 13 Diddle Arena (Academic/Athletic Building No. 1) 14 Parking Structure No. 2 15 Houchens Industries L.T. Smith Stadium (Academic/Athletic Building No. 2) 16 Track and Field Complex 17 Baseball/Softball Hitting Facility 18 Paul C. Orberson Baseball Clubhouse 19 Nick Denes Field 20 Service/Supply Building 21 Softball Field 22 Soccer Field 23 Jones Jaggers Hall 24 Zacharias Hall 25 Meredith Hall 26 Keen Hall 27 Tower Court (Food Court) 28 Pearce-Ford Tower

29 Poland Hall 30 Raymond B. Preston Health and Activities Center 31 Barnes Campbell Hall 32 Bemis Lawrence Hall 33 Health Services 34 Tate Page Hall 35 Guthrie Tower 36 Mass Media & Technology Hall 37 Chilled Water Plant 38 Academic Complex 39 Downing Student Union 40 Minton Hall 41 Southwest Hall 42 Northeast Hall 43 Bates Runner Hall 44 McLean Hall 45 Grise Hall 46 Carol Martin Gatton Academy of Mathematics & Science in Kentucky/Florence Schneider Hall 47 Craig Administrative Building 48 Chandler Memorial Chapel 49 College Heights Foundation 50 Wetherby Administration Building 51 Amphitheatre, William “Gander” Terry Colonnade 52 Ivan Wilson Fine Arts Center 53 Music Hall 54 Raymond Cravens Library 55 Helm Library/Confucius Institute 56 Industrial Education Building 57 Garrett Conference Center & Food Court 58 Potter Hall

59 Van Meter Hall 60 Gordon Wilson Hall 61 Cherry Hall 62 Faculty House 63 College High Hall 64 Honors College/Office of Scholar Development 65 Thompson Complex North Wing (Closed) 66 Thompson Complex Central Wing 67 Snell Hall 68 Hardin Planetarium 69 Engineering and Biological Sciences 70 Greenhouses 71 Environmental Sciences and Technology Building 72 Women’s Studies Center 73 Sofia-Downing International Center 74 Honors College and International Center 75 Adams-Whitaker Student Publications Center 76 Gary A. Ransdell Hall 77 Floral Design Center 78 President’s House 79 Environment, Health and Safety 80 ALIVE Center 81 Erskine House 82 Office of Sustainability 83 Doctoral Studies and Applied Research 84 Training and Technical Assistance Services

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STUDENT ORGANIZATION HOUSES 89 Sigma Nu 90 Sigma Alpha Epsilon 91 Sigma Chi 92 Kappa Alpha 93 Phi Delta Theta 94 Wesley Methodist Foundation 95 Catholic Campus Center 96 Sigma Phi Epsilon 97 Pi Kappa Alpha 98 Alpha Gamma Rho 99 Lamda Chi Alpha

++ Always keep an eye out for white squirrels. We have lots at WKU!

100 Chi Omega 101 Hilltoppers for Christ 102 Alpha Gamma Delta 103 Farm House Fraternity 104 Sigma Kappa 105 Phi Mu 106 Alpha Delta Pi 107 Kappa Delta 108 Alpha Omicron Pi 109 Baptist Campus Ministries 110 Christian Student Fellowship 111 Kappa Sigma (not shown) 112 Phi Gamma Delta (not shown)

++ Sit and take a break with the statue of Abraham Lincoln outside the Kentucky Museum.

++ Drop a penny into the Van Meter fountain and make a wish. It might even come true!

Office of Admissions Potter Hall 117 1906 College Heights Blvd #11020 Bowling Green, KY, 42101 - 1020 Phone: (270) 745-2551 Email: admission@wku.edu

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