WKU Online

10/12/2026

Winter Term 2027 registration is now open! Discover more details at: https://www.wku.edu/winter/

Western Kentucky University Winter Session offers convenient, high-quality, condensed courses. Students can choose from sessions that offer online, face-to-face, and hybrid course formats.

10/09/2026

As you continue through the fall semester, we want to hear from you!

What does your ideal study space look like? What are your must-haves when you’re settling in to get work done? Is it a warm pumpkin spice latte, a cozy blanket, a quiet corner, or something else that helps you stay focused and motivated?

Drop your study essentials in the comments—we’d love to see how everyone creates their perfect learning setup!

10/08/2026

10/08/2026

Fall into your career goals this season.

Programs in fields like cybersecurity, healthcare, and business are in high demand and help build real-world, job-ready skills.

If you’re planning your next step, this is a great time to explore programs that match your goals and today’s workforce needs.

WKU Online offers many options in these high demand areas: https://buff.ly/t5li5e7

Degrees and programs offered by WKU Online. WKU Online currently offers 60+ undergraduate degrees and certificates from a variety of fields—including the health sciences, social sciences, management, technology, and human services. Explore your options.

10/07/2026

Need to take a proctored exam for your online course?

Online and on demand courses may require proctored exams. A proctored exam is one that is overseen by an impartial individual called a proctor. As a student, it is your responsibility to schedule your exam during a time frame approved by your professor.

Distance Learning Testing Center provides proctoring services for students enrolled in online courses at WKU. You can register to take an exam at our main testing center on South Campus, or work with the center to schedule your exam at a testing location closer to you. Be sure to check with your professor for their policies. For more information on your options, visit: https://buff.ly/hDl2wDz

Distance Learning Testing Center provides many services to WKU students.

10/06/2026

10/05/2026

Happy World Teachers’ Day!

Today, we celebrate our amazing faculty members for their dedication, passion, and the lasting impact they make on our students every day.

Join us in celebrating our professors—share a thank you, a favorite memory, or a message of appreciation in the comments below!

10/05/2026

Have a wonderful fall break, Hilltoppers.

The university will be closed on Monday, October 5 and Tuesday, October 6 in observance of the break. Take this time to rest, recharge, and enjoy a well-deserved pause before the semester continues.

10/02/2026

We’re excited to introduce Amanda McGaughey and Anna Love, the newest members of our WKU Online team!

Amanda and Anna will be working with student recruitment for our online programs, helping prospective students discover the opportunities available through WKU Online and guiding them as they take the next step in their educational journey. They’ll also provide ongoing student support—helping our online students feel connected, supported, and successful from enrollment through graduation.

We’re thrilled to have Amanda and Anna on board and look forward to all they’ll bring to our students and our growing online community!

Help us give them a warm welcome!

10/01/2026

Priority registration for Winter and Spring 2027 is approaching! Now’s the time to plan ahead! Connect with your advisor to map out your schedule and stay on track toward your goals.

Know your date to register.

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