KWC earns national recognition for diverse offerings in fields of study

August 15, 2023 | 12:06 am

Updated August 15, 2023 | 1:44 am

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Best-In-Class Colleges recently named Kentucky Wesleyan College to their list of “Best in the United States: Baccalaureate Colleges with Diverse Fields” ranking. The list highlights the colleges’ commitment to offering a broad range of academic disciplines.

According to a release, the recognition “pays homage to the institutions at the forefront of their class and region in providing exceptional higher education” and “underscores the significance of a well-rounded college education.”

Discover the remarkable compilation of the “Best in the The United States: Baccalaureate Colleges with Diverse Fields,” a prestigious honor roll that pays homage to the institutions at the forefront of their class and region in providing exceptional higher education. This recognition serves to celebrate and recognize these colleges for their outstanding contributions to the field of education.

“The ability to offer our students a high caliber education requires not only the work and insight of every person on campus, but that of the surrounding community as well,” said KWC President Dr. Thomas Mitzel. “The Owensboro, KY, area offers a dynamic yet nurturing atmosphere that enhances what we accomplish on campus with our students.”

Dr. James Cousins, KWC Provost and Vice President of Academic Affairs, added “This, like other recognitions, highlights our fidelity to Wesleyan’s historic mission to prepare students intellectually, spiritually, and physically to achieve success in life.”

According to Best-In-Class-Colleges, institutions included rank in the top third of their respective regions, and the rankings are determined based on objective metrics that encompass crucial domains such as rigorous admissions standards, caliber of student body, student satisfaction, graduation rates, timely degree attainment, earnings after college and manageable student debt.

“These factors collectively contribute to and/or highlight the quality of a college education and exemplify the colleges’ commitment to nurturing well-rounded and successful graduates,” according to the release. “The comprehensive data considered in this ranking reflects their commitment to delivering a high-quality education that equips students with the knowledge, skills, and opportunities to excel in their chosen fields.”

August 15, 2023 | 12:06 am

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