Overview
Student Population
| Location | Livingston, Alabama |
| Online | uwa.edu |
| School Type | Public 4 Year |
| Setting | Remote Rural |
| Size | Mid-size |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Located in Livingston, Alabama, University of West Alabama is a mid-size four year public college offering both undergrad and graduate programs. In the most recent statistical year 1,834 prospective students applied, and 1,708 were granted admission. Of those admitted 257 enrolled in the school. 4,995 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 739 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2020/2021, excluding room and board, is $9,100 plus fees of $1,890. University of West Alabama is ranked 893 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2022 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
University of West Alabama is designated as a Predominantly Black Institution (PBI) and receives federal grants supporting the school's efforts to serve low and middle-income Black Americans.
Ratings
Overall
Academics
Resources
Outcomes
Value
University of West Alabama is rated within the lower 21% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 3 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
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Rankings
Rankings for University of West Alabama within the 2022 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#893 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#397 in Best Public Colleges in the U.S.
#14 in Best Colleges in Alabama
#10 in Best Public Colleges in Alabama
#9999 in Best Value Colleges in the U.S.
#30 in Best Value Colleges in Alabama
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| ACT | 17/22 |
| Estimated GPA | 3.16 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | - |
| Applicant Competition | Very Low |
| Application Fee | $30 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Alabama Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,216 |
| Other Fees | $1,890 |
| Room and Board | $7,510 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $3,505 |
| Total One Year Cost | $23,221 |
Out of State Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,216 |
| Other Fees | $1,890 |
| Room and Board | $7,510 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $3,505 |
| Total One Year Cost | $32,321 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Education | 27% |
| Health Professions | 24% |
| Business | 14% |
| English and Literature | 6% |
| Social Sciences | 6% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=101587 IPEDS survey data for University of West Alabama.
Current students may use the University of West Alabama GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.