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Enrollment Deposit

How much is UWA's enrollment deposit?

University of West Alabama requires a deposit of $200 to confirm your enrollment.



National Rank

28.60%

University of West Alabama is in the top 28.60% of colleges in the country for deposit cost. Nationally, 23.16% of colleges do not require a deposit.

State Rank

22.20%

University of West Alabama is in the top 22.20% of colleges in the state of Alabama for deposit cost. 24.00% of colleges in the state do not require a deposit.

Type Rank

44.00%

University of West Alabama is in the top 44.00% of Public, 4-year or above colleges for deposit cost. 37.66% ofpublic colleges do not require a deposit.

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Student Population

University of West Alabama educates a diverse community of 5,860 students, with 2,427 pursuing undergraduate degrees and 3,433 engaged in advanced graduate studies.


Total Enrollment

5,860


Total Undergraduates

2,427

Total Graduates

3,433


Full-Time vs Part-Time

85% Full-Time

15% Part-Time

Admissions

The admission process at University of West Alabama has a 69% acceptance rate. University of West Alabama has test required that focus on each student's unique potential. The average SAT score is 930 and the average ACT score is 18.


Acceptance Rate

69%


SAT

Students submitting SAT

4%

Total Score

400

1600

880980

Reading and Writing

200

800

430470

Math

200

800

450510

ACT

Students submitting ACT

59%

Composite Score

0

36

1721

English

0

36

1620

Math

0

36

1620

Location

Located in Livingston, AL, University of West Alabama offers students a remote rural experience with all the advantages of an immersive natural environment.


City

Livingston


County

Sumter County


State

Alabama


Country

United States


Urbanization

Rural: Remote

About

University of West Alabama features a student-focused approach with a 18 : 1 student-faculty ratio, values, and competitive NCAA athletic programs that enhance the college experience.


Student-to-Faculty Ratio

18 : 1


Religious Affiliation

None


Division in Athletics

NCAA


Sector

Public, 4-year or above


Cost

University of West Alabama makes education accessible, offering an average net price of $13,786 with 68% of students receiving financial assistance including 62% benefiting from Pell Grants.


Average Net Price

$13,786


Received Aid

68%


Pell Recipients

62%


Combined Sticker Price

In-State: $10,990

Out-of-State: $20,090

Demographics

The University of West Alabama student body represents diverse backgrounds and experiences, with 84% in-state students and a balanced age distribution across traditional and non-traditional learners.


Gender
Men
725 (30%)
Women
1,702 (70%)

Undergraduate Ages
Under 18
56 (2%)
18-19
488 (20%)
20-21
518 (21%)
22-24
407 (17%)
Over 25
949 (39%)

Outcomes

University of West Alabama prioritizes student success, demonstrated by a 42% graduation rate and the achievements of alumni who make meaningful contributions in their communities and careers.


Graduation Rate

42%

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