Western Kentucky University (WKU) offers various scholarship options for students, including merit-based, need-based, and program-specific awards. The Academic Merit Scholarship is available for high-achieving students, with amounts varying by GPA and test scores. The Kentucky Educational Excellence Scholarship (KEES) rewards state residents based on high school performance.
Departmental scholarships cater to specific majors, while the WKU Spirit Scholarship supports extracurricular involvement. Transfer and international students also have dedicated funding opportunities. Applicants should complete the WKU Scholarship Application and FAFSA to maximize eligibility. Deadlines and criteria differ, so reviewing WKU’s financial aid website is recommended.
