by our College Data Analytics TeamHere, you'll find out more about the major, including such details as the number of graduates, what degree levels are offered, ethnicity of students, average salaries, and more. Also, learn how WKU ranks among other schools offering degrees in hospitality.
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The bachelor's program at WKU was ranked #145 on College Factual's Best Schools for hospitality list. It is also ranked #3 in Kentucky.
| Ranking Type | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best Hospitality Management Bachelor’s Degree Schools | 110 |
| Best Hospitality Management Schools | 145 |
During the 2021-2022 academic year, Western Kentucky University handed out 29 bachelor's degrees in hospitality management. This is a decrease of 6% over the previous year when 31 degrees were handed out.
The median salary of hospitality students who receive their bachelor's degree at WKU is $29,492. Unfortunately, this is lower than the national average of $34,656 for all hospitality students.
In 2022-2023, the average part-time undergraduate tuition at WKU was $1,125 per credit hour for out-of-state students. The average for in-state students was $477 per credit hour. The following table shows the average full-time tuition and fees for undergraduates.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $11,436 | $27,000 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,000 | $1,000 |
| On Campus Room and Board | $12,043 | $12,043 |
| On Campus Other Expenses | $2,409 | $2,409 |
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During the 2021-2022 academic year, 29 hospitality majors earned their bachelor's degree from WKU. Of these graduates, 10% were men and 90% were women.
The majority of the students with this major are white. About 86% of 2022 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 hospitality.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 1 |
| Black or African American | 1 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 1 |
| White | 25 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 1 |
Online degrees for the WKU hospitality bachelor’s degree program are not available at this time. To see if the school offers distance learning options in other areas, visit the WKU Online Learning page.
Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the hospitality majors at Western Kentucky University.
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Business Administration & Management | 420 |
| Marketing | 136 |
| Accounting | 92 |
| Finance & Financial Management | 87 |
| Construction Management | 31 |
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