Pensacola, FL

University of West Florida

At a Glance
Admission, Tuition, Population, and more
Updated: July 13, 2024
University of West Florida is a four-year, public school located in Pensacola, FL.
It is classified as Master's College and University (larger programs) by Carnegie Classification.
University of West Florida is accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges.

58% Acceptance Rate

For 2024-25 admission, 10,201 applied, 5,941 accepted, and 1,552 enrolled in UWF.
643 men and 909 women first-time, full-time students enrolled.

1,120 SAT, 23 ACT

In 2024-25, the average SAT score is 1,120 and ACT score is 23. The SAT score of 1120 is average, 59 to 67 as in percentile.
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SAT Score
Total102011201230
Evidence-Based Reading and Writing520580630
Math500540600
ACT Score
Composite202327
Math172125
English192326

2025 Tuition & Fees

The 2025 undergraduate tuition & fees are $5,776 for Florida residents and $18,658 for others.
The graduate tuition & fees are $9,062 for Florida residents and $24,894 for others.
Tuition has not increased and remains the same as last year at University of West Florida.

Financial Aid

6,292 undergraduate students have awarded and the average amount of the aid awarded is $8,250.
For freshmen, 913 students (89%) have received financial aid and its average amount is $11,018.

Student Population

A total of 14,822 students enrolled UWF in 2025.
By gender, 5,750 men and 9,072 women students are enrolled.
There are 9,970 undergraduate and 4,852 graduate students.

106 Major Programs

  • 14 programs through online
  • 41 graduate programs

Offered Degrees

  • Associate
  • Bachelor's
  • Master's
  • Doctorate
  • Post-graduate Certificate

Graduation Rate

The graduation rate of UWF is 59% and the transfer-out rate is 5%.
The retention rate is 89% for full-time and 89% for part-time students.
Graduation Rate
59%
Transfer-out Rate
5%
Retention Rate
89%
Students to Faculty Ratio
22 to 1

Facutly & Staffs

A total of 661 faculties (instructional staffs) are working for UWF and the average faculty salary is $96,008. The studetns to faculty ratio is 22 to 1.
There are 1,670 non-instructional staffs and the average staff salary is $67,293.
Number of Faculties
661
Average Faculty Salary
$96,008
Number of Staffs
1,670
Average Staff Salary
$67,293

Special Learning Opportunities

  • Distance Learning (online classes)
  • ROTC
  • Study Abroad
  • Weekend/Evening College
  • Teacher Certificate

On-Campus Services

  • Academic/career counseling
  • Employment services for students
  • Placement services
  • On-Campus Daycare
  • Libraries