University of West Georgia is a four-year, public school located in Carrollton, GA. It is classified as Doctoral / Research University by Carnegie Classification, also known as D/PU (Doctoral/Professional University). You can compare their tuition and admission statistics at D/PU (Doctoral/Professional University) comparison page.

The U of West Georgia's 2024 tuition & fees is $5,971 for Georgia residents and $17,024 for out-of-state students for the academic year 2023-2024. 89% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $6,977.

For the academic year 2022-2023, the school has a total enrollment of 11,893 and the students to faculty ratio is 16 to 1 (6.25%).

U of West Georgia's acceptance rate is 49.37% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 32.82%. The median SAT scores is 1040 and the ACT socre is 20.

U of West Georgia ranked 300th in National Universities and 31st in Georgia Colleges rankings. University of West Georgia is accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges.

2024 Tuition & Fees and 2025 Estimation

For undergraduate programs, the 2024 tuition & fees of University of West Georgia is $5,971 for in-state students and $17,024 for out-of-state students. For graduate programs, its 2024 tuition & fees is $5,938 for in-state students and $18,430 for out-of-state students.

The estimated 2025 tuition & fees for prospective students is $6,001 for Georgia residents and $17,052 for out-of-state students based on the current year tuition changes from last year. The estimated 2025 graduate school tuition & fees is $5,968 for Georgia residents and $18,460 for out-of-state students.

In-StateOut-of-State
Undergraduate$5,971$17,024
Graduate$5,938$18,430
In-StateOut-of-State
Undergraduate$6,001$17,052
Graduate$5,968$18,460

The estimation for 2024-2025 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.


Admission Key Statistics

Acceptance Rate »49.37% Acceptance Rate / 32.82% Yield
Test Scores »1,040 SAT / 20 ACT
Graduation Rate »43%
Transfer-out Rate28%
Retention Rate73%(full-time), 46% (part-time)
Student to Faculty Ratio6.25% (16 to 1)
Student Population »11,893 (8,666 undergraduate)
Average Financial Aid »$6,977

Data source: IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System), College Scorecard

Learning Opportunities and Campus Services

University of West Georgia 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 U of West Georgia
Learning Opportunities
ROTCAir Force
Weekend/Evening CollegeNo
Teacher CertificationYes
Study AbroadYes
On-Campus Services
Academic/career counseling serviceYes
Employment services for studentsYes
Placement services for completersYes
On-campus day care for students' childrenNo

University of West Georgia Directory Information

Address1601 Maple St, Carrollton, GA 30118-0001
Phone678-839-5000
WEBSchool's Website
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AthleticAthletic Team Information
Disability ServiceDisability Services
School Typefour-year, public
Carnegie CategoryDoctoral / Research University
Highest Degree OfferedDoctor's degree

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