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University of West Alabama

Also known as: UWA

📍 Livingston, Alabama🏛️ Rural Setting👥 2,974 Undergrads🔗 www.uwa.edu

Overview

University of West Alabama is an small public research university in Livingston, Alabama. It enrolls about 2,974 undergraduate students with an acceptance rate of 43%. Graduates earn a median of $44,232 ten years after entry.

Quick Stats

Acceptance Rate

43%

Selective

SAT Avg

1,015

440–560

Net Price

$12,684

After avg. aid

Grad Rate (6yr)

35%

Retention

65%

First-year, FT

Median Earnings

$44,232

10 yrs after entry

Admissions

Selective

Acceptance Rate

42.6%

SAT Average

1,015

ACT Composite

16–21

Test Policy

Considered but not required

SAT Score Range (Middle 50%)

EBRW (Reading & Writing)

200440 – 560 (mid 50%)800

Math

200420 – 560 (mid 50%)800

ACT Score Range (Middle 50%)

Composite

116 – 21 (mid 50%)36

Cost & Financial Aid

In-State Tuition

$10,990

Annual + fees

Out-of-State

$20,090

Annual + fees

Cost of Attendance

$22,758

Total annual

Avg. Net Price

$12,684

After aid

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income	Avg. Net Price
$0 – $30,000	$12,179
$30,001 – $48,000	$12,523
$48,001 – $75,000	$14,606
$75,001 – $110,000	$18,550
$110,001 +	—

Financial Aid Snapshot

% with federal loans

65.7%

Academics & Programs

University of West Alabama offers programs across 17 fields. Top by degrees awarded:

Education

23.8%

Interdisciplinary Studies

17.9%

Health Professions

14.9%

Business, Management & Marketing

13.0%

Psychology

6.9%

Communication & Journalism

6.0%

Engineering Technologies

5.3%

Parks, Recreation, Leisure & Fitness

4.1%

Outcomes

6-Year Grad Rate

35%

On-Time (4yr)

14%

Retention (FT)

65%

% Earning >$25K

68%

10 yrs after entry

Median Earnings After Entry

6 years

$37,106

8 years

$39,584

10 years

$44,232

Graduation Rate by Race

Asian

100.0%

White

38.8%

Diversity

Race & Ethnicity

White

49.6%

Black or African American

38.9%

Asian

0.3%

Hispanic / Latino

2.6%

Two or more races

2.7%

International

2.1%

Gender

Women

71.4%

Men

28.6%

Background

Frequently Asked Questions

Is University of West Alabama hard to get into?

Selective — the acceptance rate is 43%. Admitted students average an SAT of 1015.

How much does University of West Alabama cost?

In-state tuition is $10,990, and out-of-state is $20,090. Average net price after financial aid is $12,684.

What is University of West Alabama known for?

Most popular programs include Education, Interdisciplinary Studies, Health Professions.

What's the graduation rate at University of West Alabama?

The 6-year graduation rate is 35%, and 65% of first-year, full-time students return for their second year.

Data source: U.S. Department of Education.