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University of West Alabama

Livingston, Alabama

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Overview

Enrollment

5,860
University of West Alabama overview
Location Livingston, Alabama
Online uwa.edu
School Type Public 4 Year
Setting Remote Rural
University of West Alabama overview
Size Mid-size
Status Non-profit
On Campus Housing Yes
Level of Study Undergrad/Graduate
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The University of West Alabama, located in Livingston, is a public university established in 1835. Emphasizing access and affordability, the institution harbors a largely undergraduate population, with a select number of graduate programs. Situated on a rural, 600-acre campus, the university is approximately an hour's drive away from the city of Meridian, Mississippi. Architecturally, the campus blends contemporary structures with a few historic buildings, maintaining a balance between tradition and modernity. The University of West Alabama offers a variety of academic programs with notable strength in education, business, and natural sciences. While the university maintains a less competitive admissions process, it is focused on cultivating a diverse and enriching academic environment. On-campus living is facilitated through several residence halls and apartment complexes, providing housing opportunities for students. The University of West Alabama is known intercollegiately as the Tigers, particularly recognized for its achievements in football within the NCAA Division II athletics.

In the most recent statistical year 3,131 prospective students applied, and 2,156 were granted admission.  Of those admitted 311 enrolled in the school.  4,986 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 874 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2022/2023, excluding room and board, is $9,100 plus fees of $1,890. University of West Alabama is ranked 1007 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2024 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

3/10

Overall

3/10

Academics

3/10

Resources

2/10

Outcomes

1/10

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

Rankings

Rankings for University of West Alabama within the 2024 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.

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Getting In

Admission Standards

Extremely Easy
University of West Alabama overview
SAT 880/980
ACT 17/21
Estimated GPA 3.16

Applications Accepted

68.9% 
University of West Alabama overview
Applications Due Aug 10, 2025
Applicant Competition Low
Application Fee $30

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Annual Cost to Attend

Alabama Resident Tuition

$9,100
In State Costs for University of West Alabama
Fee Cost
Books and Supplies$1,216
Other Fees$1,890
Room and Board $7,820
Budget for Other Expenses$3,600
Total One Year Cost$23,626

Out of State Resident Tuition

$18,200
Out of State Costs for University of West Alabama
Fee Cost
Books and Supplies$1,216
Other Fees$1,890
Room and Board $7,820
Budget for Other Expenses$3,600
Total One Year Cost$32,726

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Outcomes

Average Salary After 10 Years

$38,500 per year

Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate

28% within 6 years

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Popular Areas of Study

Popular subjects studied by University of West Alabama students
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.

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Last updated February 24, 2024