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Western Kentucky University 
and 
Bowling Green Community College of Western Kentucky

"I chose Western because
I always dreamed of 
getting my education in 
the United States, and 
Western is the place in 
my dream. It is the road 
to real life that gives you 
the best education possible."

Soliei Archila
Guatamala

"Thank you for your hard
work, spirited teaching and 
spirited guidance! And 
thanks you brightened 
my day!"

Yi-Ching (Vicki) Hsieh

Top 10 Advantages offered by Western Kentucky University and Bowling Green Community College of Western Kentucky ESLI    

1. Western Kentucky University is a member of the Kentucky Higher Education System.

2. The costs of attending Western Kentucky University are among the most economical of any major state university.

3. Western Kentucky University offers Academic English & University Entrance for academically qualified undergraduate and graduate students.

4. No TOEFL is required of ESLI graduates who complete the advanced level of ESLI studies.

5. Admission to the MBA and other graduate degrees is available to qualified ESLI students with no TOEFL, GMAT, or GRE score IN ADVANCE. The GMAT or GRE is taken during advanced level studies in ESLI.

6. On-campus dormitories and apartments near the campus are available for qualified students.

7. Popular Master degrees are available in the following areas of study:

A. MBA
B. Social Work
C. Communication
D. Economics
E. Agriculture
F. Public Administration
G. Chemistry
H. Health
I. Library Science
J. Mathematics
K. Physical Education/Recreation
L. Geoscience

8. The MBA program is accredited by the American Assembly of Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB).

9. A BA degree in Hotel, Restaurant and Tourism Management is available.

10. Western Kentucky University ESLI Language Center prepares students for entry into Western Kentucky University degree programs. Short-term students are invited and welcome.

Location

Western Kentucky University is located in Bowling Green, Kentucky, a city with a population of 50,000 situated approximately 110 miles south of Louisville, Kentucky, and 61 miles north of Nashville, Tennessee. Resting on a hill overlooking the city of Bowling Green, the WKU campus is acclaimed as one of the most beautiful in the nation. Bowling Green is home to the General Motors Corvette Plant and the National Corvette Museum.

Campus

There are 66 major buildings on the 200-acre main campus and another 765 acres on the University Farm. The student body is made up of 18,000 students from all over the USA and more than 46 different countries.

Academic Excellence

Western Kentucky University is an academically demanding university which is consistently ranked in the second tier of southern universities. Also included in this ranking are the University of Tampa, Florida and University of Tennessee-Martin.

Western Kentucky University offers more than 150 programs of study. WKU students enjoy one of the highest rates of success among Kentucky college graduates in gaining admission to medical, dental, veterinary, pharmacy and medical technical schools. The Department of Agriculture graduates had the highest rate of acceptance into veterinary schools of any Kentucky university in the last 15 years. Western's Dental Hygiene program has had a 100 percent pass rate on the National Licensing Examination.

Housing

Western Kentucky University ESLI students reside in the WKU campus dorms. Each residence hall is equipped with computer and cable television connections (free internet). There are 18 residence halls and a year-round dorm for students who do not leave the campus during vacation and break periods. WKU Dining Services not only offer a great variety of on-campus dining options that are convenient and economical, but also offer Taco Bell, Pizza Hut, McDonald's, Subway sandwiches and Starbucks Coffee.

Activities

Western Kentucky University ESLI students have access to the campus swimming pool, tennis courts, volleyball courts, racquetball courts, state of the art weight room, wellness center, six basketball courts, aerobic studio, indoor suspended track, and more. The Country Music capital of the world, Nashville, with the Grand Ole Opry is only a 1 hour drive.

Bowling Green Community College of 
Western Kentucky University

Location

The Bowling Green Community College of Western Kentucky University is just a short distance from the main campus of WKU. A shuttle bus provides transportation between the Community College and the main campus.

Housing

The ESLI/Community College WKU students live in the Western Kentucky University dorms, take their meals in the WKU dining facilities and take the shuttle bus to and from class. It is a short 5 minute ride to the campus.

Associate Degree (2 Year) Degree Programs

Agricultural Technology and Management
Architectural Drafting Technology
Technology

Robotics
Computer Application

Management Information Systems
Office Management
Retail Management
Small Business Management
Real Estate
Banking