University of West Georgia Admission Requirements
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University of West Georgia Admission Overview
University of West Georgia admission requirements are competitive. Last year University of West Georgia admitted 51.6% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.31 GPA (B+) and SAT 950-1140 / ACT 17-22. University of West Georgia is test-optional, so you choose whether to send SAT or ACT. Those figures describe last year's class, not a score you must hit.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
University of West Georgia is test-optional for 2026-27. You choose whether to send SAT or ACT.
University of West Georgia Acceptance Rate
Admission Rate & Difficulty
Acceptance rate Share of applicants offered admission last year.
Admission Standards Measure of enrolled testers' SAT/ACT scores vs. other colleges.
Applicant Competition Measure of this school's acceptance rate vs. other colleges. A low acceptance rate indicates high competition.
Average
Admission difficulty for University of West Georgia
Acceptance Rate
The University of West Georgia acceptance rate is 51.6%. Last year, 4,573 of 8,860 applicants were admitted. That is the 9th lowest acceptance rate in Georgia.
Admission Selectivity
How hard is it to get into University of West Georgia and can you get accepted?
University of West Georgia is a competitive school to get into, turning away a substantial share of applicants. You have a good chance of acceptance if you meet last year's profile.
University of West Georgia typically attracts "B+" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.31. 31% of those admitted chose to enroll.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
University of West Georgia GPA
GPA of enrolled freshmen
Avg. High School GPA The average high school GPA for incoming freshmen on a 4.0 scale.
3.31Typical High School Grades Letter grade on a 4.0 scale for last year's average, not a cutoff.
B+Average GPA (4.0 Scale) 3.31
Average GPA
Enrolled freshmen at University of West Georgia typically have around a 3.31 GPA (B+) on a 4.0 scale. That is last year's class average, not a cutoff. Enrolled students typically have above average high school grades. University of West Georgia is test-optional. If you withhold SAT or ACT, GPA carries more weight.
The school ranks #24 in Georgia for highest average GPA.
See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 3.3 GPA range.
Competitiveness by GPA Ranges
Share of last year's freshmen in each GPA range, compared with the rest of the class.
GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2024
University of West Georgia Test Policy
Test Submission Requirements
The University of West Georgia is test-optional for 2026-27 freshman applicants who have an academic GPA of 3.2 or higher. UWG's freshman page states it is waiving the SAT or ACT score requirement for those applicants for Fall 2023 through Fall 2026. Applicants below that GPA should submit official SAT or ACT scores from the testing agency or printed on an official high school transcript. When scores are sent, UWG uses the best test and subtest scores across dates and superscores the ACT composite.
Cycle: 2026-27. Source: https://www.westga.edu/undergraduate-admissions/prospective-students/freshman.php
University of West Georgia SAT Scores
SAT scores of enrolled freshmen
SAT Range The middle 50% of enrolled testers who sent SAT. The maximum score is 1600.
950-1140Freshmen who sent SAT Share of enrolled freshmen who submitted SAT scores. This is enrolled testers, not all applicants.
40%25th Percentile Scores
- Reading 490
- Math 460
- Composite 950
75th Percentile Scores
- Reading 590
- Math 550
- Composite 1140
Average SAT
Enrolled testers at University of West Georgia typically score around a 1050 SAT (middle 50% 950–1140) out of 1600. That is last year's class, not a cutoff. The average SAT of enrolled testers is about the 49th percentile nationally. University of West Georgia ranks #30 in the state of Georgia for highest average SAT composite score.
SAT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 950 to 1140
SAT policy
University of West Georgia is test-optional. You choose whether to send SAT. If you send a score, it is considered.
View other colleges which accept students in the 1050 SAT score range.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
How SAT scores compare with last year's enrolled testers
This table compares SAT ranges with last year's enrolled testers and the school's acceptance rate. It is not a personal chance of admission. If you withhold SAT, skip this table.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
University of West Georgia ACT Scores
ACT scores among enrolled freshmen
ACT Range Mid-50 ACT composite among enrolled testers who sent ACT. The scale tops out at 36.
17-22Freshmen reporting ACT Percent of enrolled freshmen who reported ACT. Counts enrolled testers, not the full applicant pool.
28%25th Percentile Scores
- English 15
- Math 16
- Composite 17
75th Percentile Scores
- English 22
- Math 21
- Composite 22
Average ACT
Incoming testers at University of West Georgia typically have around a 19 ACT (mid-50 17–22) on the 36 scale. That reflects last year's enrolled testers, not a cutoff. That average sits near the 44th percentile of ACT takers nationwide. University of West Georgia places #40 among colleges in Georgia for highest average ACT composite.
ACT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 17 to 22
ACT policy
You may apply to University of West Georgia without ACT. A score you do send is still reviewed.
See colleges with similar ACT profiles in the 19.0 ACT score range.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
How ACT scores compare with last year's enrolled testers
This table compares ACT ranges with last year's enrolled testers and the school's acceptance rate. They are not your individual odds. If you leave ACT off your application, you can skip this table.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
Estimate How You Compare
See how your GPA and scores compare with last year's enrolled testers. You can mark that you will withhold scores.
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Admission Statistics
Admission and enrollment rates by gender are detailed in the table below.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
Application Requirements
What are the requirements for admission to University of West Georgia and what student information is used for admission decisions?
Test scores: school admissions site, 2026-27. Other fields: IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
Fall 2027 Application Deadline
Applications Due
Jun 1, 2027Days left to Apply
274Applicants have 274 days left until the Fall 2027 term applications are due on Jun 1, 2027.
Application Fee
The cost for prospective students to apply to University of West Georgia is $40.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
Credits Accepted
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
Admission summary
University of West Georgia is test-optional for 2026-27. Last year it admitted 51.6% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.31 GPA (about an B+ average). Send SAT/ACT if you are at or above this campus mid-50 (950-1140); otherwise withhold. Mid-50 scores, where shown, are enrolled testers, not cutoffs.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
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Data source: NCES / IPEDS https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=141334.
GPA calculator: University of West Georgia GPA calculator.
Last updated: August 2026