by our College Data Analytics TeamWe've pulled together some essential information you should know about the program, including how many students graduate each year, the ethnic diversity of these students, average starting salaries, and more. Also, learn how WKU ranks among other schools offering degrees in liberal arts.
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The bachelor's program at WKU was ranked #263 on College Factual's Best Schools for liberal arts list. It is also ranked #3 in Kentucky.
During the 2020-2021 academic year, Western Kentucky University handed out 142 bachelor's degrees in liberal arts general studies. This is a decrease of 36% over the previous year when 221 degrees were handed out.
The median salary of liberal arts students who receive their bachelor's degree at WKU is $31,197. Unfortunately, this is lower than the national average of $32,253 for all liberal arts students.
While getting their bachelor's degree at WKU, liberal arts students borrow a median amount of $28,892 in student loans. This is higher than the the typical median of $27,000 for all liberal arts majors across the country.
The typical student loan payment of a bachelor's degree student from the liberal arts program at WKU is $220 per month.
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Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the liberal arts majors at Western Kentucky University.
During the 2020-2021 academic year, 44 students graduated with a bachelor's degree in liberal arts from WKU. About 36% were men and 64% were women.
The majority of the students with this major are white. About 75% of 2021 graduates were in this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Western Kentucky University with a associate's in liberal arts.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 6 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 2 |
| White | 33 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 3 |
Of the 142 students who graduated with a Bachelor’s in liberal arts from WKU in 2021, 44% were men and 56% were women.
The majority of the students with this major are white. About 70% of 2021 graduates were in this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Western Kentucky University with a bachelor's in liberal arts.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 2 |
| Black or African American | 32 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 0 |
| White | 100 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 2 |
| Other Races | 6 |
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