Race & Ethnicity
University of West Alabama has a diverse student body with 52% students of color and 3% international students, creating a rich multicultural learning environment that celebrates students from all racial and ethnic backgrounds.
Racial & Ethnic Composition
Diversity Highlights
Cultural Engagement
University of West Alabama offers numerous cultural organizations, diversity programs, and multicultural events that celebrate the rich backgrounds of our student community.
Gender Distribution
University of West Alabama has a gender distribution of 70% female students and 30% male students.
Overall Gender Distribution
Gender Statistics
12% of total enrollment
29% of total enrollment
Age Distribution
University of West Alabama serves a diverse student population across multiple age demographics. The university enrolls 41% traditional college-age students (18-21 years old) and 39% non-traditional students aged 25 and older.
Undergraduate Ages
Graduate Student Ages
Age Diversity Insights
41%
Traditional Age (18-21)
39%
Non-Traditional (25+)
59%
Graduate Students
Geographic Diversity
University of West Alabama attracts students from across the United States and internationally, with 3% international students contributing to a globally diverse campus community. The student body includes 84% in-state residents, 13% out-of-state students, and 3% international students, creating rich cross-cultural learning opportunities.
Geographic Origin
Regional Representation
84% of student body
13% of student body
3% of student body
States Represented
8 states are represented on campus.
Diversity Metrics
Ethnic Diversity
52%
Students of Color
Gender Balance
70%
Female Students
Global Reach
3%
International
Age Diversity
39%
Non-Traditional Age