Race & Ethnicity
University of West Alabama has a diverse student body with 51% 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 72% female students and 28% male students.
Overall Gender Distribution
Gender Statistics
11% of total enrollment
27% of total enrollment
Age Distribution
University of West Alabama serves a diverse student population across multiple age demographics. The university enrolls 30% traditional college-age students (18-21 years old) and 35% non-traditional students aged 25 and older.
Undergraduate Ages
Graduate Student Ages
Age Diversity Insights
30%
Traditional Age (18-21)
35%
Non-Traditional (25+)
63%
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 79% in-state residents, 18% out-of-state students, and 3% international students, creating rich cross-cultural learning opportunities.
Geographic Origin
Regional Representation
79% of student body
18% of student body
3% of student body
States Represented
14 states are represented on campus.
Diversity Metrics
Ethnic Diversity
51%
Students of Color
Gender Balance
72%
Female Students
Global Reach
3%
International
Age Diversity
35%
Non-Traditional Age