The University of West Florida
School Overview: Acceptance Rate, Tuition, and More
About The University of West Florida
School Type: Public
Religious Affiliation: Not applicable
Status: Non-profit
Military Friendly: Yes
Accreditation: regional
The University of West Florida is a medium-sized public university located on an urban campus in Pensacola, Florida. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 9,291, and admissions are very selective, with an acceptance rate of 48%. The university offers 58 bachelor's degrees, has an average graduation rate of 53%, and a student-faculty ratio of 22:1. Tuition and fees for in-state students are $3,735, while tuition and fees for out-of-state students are $16,004.
Rankings
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- #5 Ranked in Most Affordable Online Healthcare Degree Programs
- #8 Ranked in Top 10 Public Colleges and Universities in the U.S.
- #9 Ranked in Best Online Master's in English Programs of 2022
- #9 Ranked in Best Marine Biology and Biological Oceanography Programs
- #10 Ranked in Best Master's in Reading Teacher Education Programs
- #14 Ranked in Most Affordable Online MPH Programs
Admissions Breakdown
Retention Rate Insight
85% of full-time students stayed to continue their studies the following academic year. These students started in Fall 2020 and returned in Fall 2021.
Graduation Rate Insight
53% of students graduated out of all full-time, first-time students who began their studies in Fall 2015. Keep in mind many students who enroll are not typically first-time students, as most are adult learners. Therefore, the number of first-time students is traditionally low.
Application Considerations
Test scoresRequired to be considered for admission
High school transcriptRequired to be considered for admission
High school rankNot considered for admission, even if submitted
Letter of recommendationNot considered for admission, even if submitted
High school GPARequired to be considered for admission
Open admissionNo
Completion of college prep programNot considered for admission, even if submitted
Test of English as a foreign language (TOEFL)Required to be considered for admission
Transfer Credit Policy
Dual enrollmentYes
Credit for qualified life experience*Yes
Advance placement (AP) creditsYes
*This can include previous jobs, trainings, licenses/credentials, or seminars. You may need to complete an exam or provide a portfolio to earn credit.
SAT & ACT
ACT 25th-75th Percentile21-27
SAT 25th-75th Percentile1050-1230
Learning Environment
Student Body Stats
14k
Students enrolled
79%
Online student enrollment
22:1
Student to faculty ratio
Ways Students Can Learn
Demographics
White
60%
Unknown
4%
Black
11%
Hispanic
12%
Two or more races
5%
Non-U.S. Citizen
3%
Asian
4%
American Indian/Alaska Native
0%
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander
0%
Socio-economic diversity
33% of students received an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.
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Online Programs
Offers Online Programs
Yes
Online Programs
59
Total Online Enrollment
10,688
Student Location Breakout
Bar graph visual depicting student location breakout percentages.79% online, 21% on-campus.
Percent of Programs Online
40% On-campus
60% Online
Types of Online Programs Offered
CertificatesNot offered
Associate100% online
Bachelor's64% online
Graduate Certificate50% online
Master's56% online
DoctorateNot offered
Student Charges
Tuition and Required Fees
| Student Level | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $59,784 | $59,784 |
| Graduate | $54,672 | $54,672 |
Cost of Undergraduate Attendance
Costs based on full-time, first-time degree or certificate-seeking undergraduates for the 2021–2022 academic year.
| Costs to Consider | Price |
|---|---|
| Books and supplies | $1,200 |
| On-campus room and board | $17,758 |
| On-campus other expenses | $2,600 |
| Off-campus (not with family) room and board | Currently unavailable |
| Off-campus (not with family) other expenses | Currently unavailable |
| Off-campus (with family) other expenses | Currently unavailable |
Total Undergraduate Cost
| Total cost by category | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| On-campus | $81,342 | $81,342 |
| Off-campus without family | $60,984 | $60,984 |
| Off-campus with family | $60,984 | $60,984 |
Financial Breakdown
Students Receiving Aid
Federal Grant Aid
54%
State Grant Aid
72%
Institution Grant Aid
58%
Pell Grant
33%
Average Aid Awarded
Financial Outlook
$17k
Average student debtafter graduation
$34k
Average salary 6 years after starting school
Varsity Athletic Teams
NCAA Division I-FCS
of the overall student body is a member of an athletic team.
Participation
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Football
- Golf
- Soccer
- Tennis
- Track Field Xcountry
- Softball
- Swimming Diving
- Volleyball
Degrees Awarded by Program
Degrees given for the 2021-2022 academic year.
| # | Programs | BA | MA | Doc |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Biological And Biomedical Sciences. | |||
| 2 | Business, Management, Marketing, And Related Support Services. | |||
| 3 | Communication, Journalism, And Related Programs. | |||
| 4 | Computer And Information Sciences And Support Services. | |||
| 5 | Education. | |||
| 6 | Engineering. | |||
| 7 | Engineering/Engineering-Related Technologies/Technicians. | |||
| 8 | English Language And Literature/Letters. | |||
| 9 | Health Professions And Related Programs. | |||
| 10 | History. | |||
| 11 | Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting And Related Protective Services. | |||
| 12 | Legal Professions And Studies. | |||
| 13 | Liberal Arts And Sciences, General Studies And Humanities. | |||
| 14 | Mathematics And Statistics. | |||
| 15 | Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies. | |||
| 16 | Natural Resources And Conservation. | |||
| 17 | Parks, Recreation, Leisure, Fitness, And Kinesiology. | |||
| 18 | Philosophy And Religious Studies. | |||
| 19 | Physical Sciences. | |||
| 20 | Psychology. | |||
| 21 | Public Administration And Social Service Professions. | |||
| 22 | Social Sciences. | |||
| 23 | Visual And Performing Arts. |
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Data collected from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS), [2021-2022]. In the absence of IPED data, information was collected directly from the school and is accurate as of the date of collection. Contact the school directly for the most current and complete information.