UWA Academic Snapshot
Admission Selectiveness:
- Admission Rate: 42.65%. Selective, indicating a somewhat competitive admission process.
- SAT Average: 930. Below average SAT scores, indicating a less competitive applicant pool.
Tuition Overview:
- In-State Tuition: $10,990
- Out-of-State Tuition: $20,090
- In-state tuition is affordable, while out-of-state tuition is higher, as is typical for public institutions.
Student Population at UWA:
- Total Enrollment: 6,820, including 5,126 online students
- 2,983 Undergraduate, 3,837 Graduate
- Gender Distribution: 25.5% men, 74.5% women.
- This is a lower medium-sized institution, balancing resources and a sense of community.
Graduation & Retention Rate
- Graduation Rate: 35%. Lower graduation rate, which may reflect challenges in student retention or completion.
- First-Year Retention Rate: 65%. Lower retention, which may reflect challenges in student engagement or support.
Programs & Degrees Offered
- Programs Offered: 58 academic programs available.
- Graduate Programs: 20 graduate-level programs offered.
- Special Programs: Health Professions.
- Degrees Awarded: Associate's, Bachelor's, Master's, Doctor's.
UWA Overview
University of West Alabama (UWA) is a four-year, public school located in Livingston, AL. It is classified as Master's College and University with larger programs by Carnegie Classification, also known as M1 Master's College. You can compare their tuition and admission statistics at M1 Master's College comparison page.
The UWA's tuition & fees is $10,990 for Alabama residents and $20,090 for out-of-state students for the academic year 2024-2025. 77% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $6,532.
The school has a total enrollment of 6,820 and the students to faculty ratio is 19 to 1 (5.26%).
UWA's acceptance rate is 42.65% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 33.42%. The median SAT score is 930 and the ACT score is 19.
UWA ranked 6th in Alabama Colleges rankings. University of West Alabama is accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges.
2025 Tuition & Fees and 2026 Estimation
For undergraduate programs, the 2025 tuition & fees of University of West Alabama is $10,990 for in-state students and $20,090 for out-of-state students. For graduate programs, its 2025 tuition & fees is $6,868 for in-state students and $13,546 for out-of-state students.
The estimated 2026 tuition & fees for prospective students is $10,990 for Alabama residents and $20,090 for out-of-state students based on the current year tuition changes from last year. The estimated 2026 graduate school tuition & fees is $6,868 for Alabama residents and $13,546 for out-of-state students.
| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $10,990 | $20,090 |
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| Graduate | $6,868 | $13,546 |
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| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $10,990 | $20,090 |
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| Graduate | $6,868 | $13,546 |
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The estimation for 2025-2026 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.
Learning Opportunities and Campus Services
University of West Alabama offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for both undergraduate and graduate programs. It has ROTC programs and offers teacher certification programs designed to prepare students to meet the requirements for certification as teachers.
Special Learning Opportunities at UWA
| Learning Opportunities |
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| ROTC | Air Force |
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| Weekend/Evening College | No |
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| Teacher Certification | Yes |
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| Study Abroad | Yes |
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| On-Campus Services |
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| Academic/career counseling service | Yes |
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| Employment services for students | Yes |
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| Placement services for completers | Yes |
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| On-campus day care for students' children | Yes |
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