Kentucky Wesleyan College
Now in our 152nd year, Kentucky Wesleyan College serves students in the liberal arts tradition, where they learn to think critically, communicate effectively and live ethically in a complex, rapidly changing world.
The success of every student is our top priority. Every course we offer and every experience on campus should lead students to one goal – graduation. Each new student begins an individualized journey the day he or she arrives on campus with extensive support from the Center for Alumni, Advancement and Career Development. Students benefit from assessments, counseling and the creation of personal development plans. The PDP is a roadmap for college success, unique to each student, with academic, experiential and extracurricular goals.Inside and outside the classroom, students experience the encouragement of a close-knit community committed to their well-being and long-term success.
Kentucky Wesleyan College is a United Methodist-related institution. Explore the “About KWC” links on the left to find out more about the College. We’re glad you’re here!Kentucky Wesleyan College is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award baccalaureate degrees.
Kentucky Wesleyan College was founded in 1858 by the Kentucky Conference of the Methodist Episcopal Church. It was originally located in Millersburg. Classes began in 1866 and the first commencement took place in 1868. At first, it was a training school for preachers but soon business and liberal arts classes were added to the curriculum. In 1890 the school was moved to Winchester and soon after women began to be admitted for the first time. In 1951 the school moved to its present location in Kentucky’s third largest city, Owensboro.
Kentucky Wesleyan offers 40 majors and 11 pre-professional curriculums and has a student-to-faculty ratio of 15:1. Academics are divided into three divisions: Humanities and Fine Arts; Social Sciences; and Natural Sciences.
Kentucky Wesleyan College now also offers a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration 100% Online.Tuition for the online business degree is extremely competitive and affordable. Financial aid is available for all students who qualify.
Library
The Library Learning Center (LLC) provides information and library services to meet the educational needs of the KWC community and to prepare students for the process of life-long learning. In addition to maintaining a collection of materials in a variety of formats and providing electronic access to other resources worldwide, the LLC offers a wide range of instructional services and technology support. The LLC’s Media Services Office helps students and faculty master technology and use it effectively. By developing information literacy and computer competency, the Library Learning Center equips students, faculty and staff to fully participate in today’s information-based global economy.
Courses Offered
- Humanities
- Fine Arts
- Social Sciences
- Natural Sciences
- Behavioral Sciences
- Biology & Zoology
- Center for Business Studies
- Chemistry
- Cross-Disciplinary Programs
- Communications & Fine Arts
- Education
- English
- History & Political Science
- Mathematics & Physics
- Modern Language
- Physical Education & Health
- Pre-Professional Programs
- Religion & Philosophy Department
- Military Science
- Online Classes
- Bachelor of Science in Business Administration
Contact Details
Kentucky Wesleyan College
3000 Frederica Street,
Owensboro, Kentucky 42301
1.800.999.0592
Official Website: http://www.kwc.edu/
