Overview
The School of Nursing and Allied Health is a constituent unit of Western Kentucky University's College of Health and Human Services, established to meet the growing demand for healthcare professionals in the region. Over the decades it has grown from a small nursing diploma-oriented program into a comprehensive school offering pre-licensure and advanced nursing degrees alongside allied health disciplines, and it is recognized for strong pass rates on national licensure exams and close partnerships with regional hospital systems. The school is best known for its BSN, RN-to-BSN, and graduate nursing programs, along with respiratory care and other allied health offerings that feed directly into the regional healthcare workforce.
At a Glance
| Type | Public |
| Location | Bowling Green, Kentucky |
| Founded | 1966 |
| Total students | 1,200 |
| Student–faculty ratio | 12:1 |
| Acceptance rate | N/A |
| Graduation rate | 78% |
| Average starting salary | $58,000 |
Tuition & Costs (estimates)
| In-state tuition | $11,500 |
| Out-of-state tuition | $28,000 |
| Room & board | $10,500 |
| Average financial aid | $9,000 |
| Students receiving aid | 80% |
Admissions
| SAT range | N/A |
| ACT range | N/A |
| Average GPA | 3.40 |
| Regular deadline | February 1 |
Top Programs
- BSN Nursing
- RN-to-BSN
- MSN Nursing
- Respiratory Care
- Doctor of Nursing Practice
Figures are estimates for exploration — verify current costs, deadlines, and requirements on the university's official website.