University of West Alabama
About University of West Alabama
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
University of West Alabama is a public university in Livingston, Alabama. It offers affordable programs in business, biology, education, and engineering technology, serving the rural western Alabama region with both on-campus and online options.
Founded
1835
Location
Livingston, Alabama
Students
6,811
Institution
Public
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
42.7%
Selective
Graduation Rate
34.7%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$10,990
Out-of-state: $20,090
Avg Net Price
$12,684
After financial aid
SAT Average
1015
Out of 1600
Median Earnings
$44,232
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Very Selective
42.7 out of 100 applicants get in
How to Apply
Test Policy
Test Optional
Application Fee
$30
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
University of West Alabama accepts 42.7% of applicants, with admitted students averaging around 1015 on the SAT. If you're near or above that range, you have a strong chance.
SAT Scores
1015/ 1600
ACT Scores
19/ 36
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Below Average
34.7% complete their degree within six years
Retention
64.9%
4-Year Grad
26%
6-Year Grad
37%
Teaching Quality
18:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
34%
$/Student
$8.1K
Class Size
Medium
The 26% graduation rate is below average, but 64.9% of freshmen return for year two. Students are staying, even if completion takes longer than four years.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$10,990
In-State
$20,090
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$8,230
Books & Supplies
$1,206
Total Cost of Attendance
$22,758
After Financial Aid
$12,684
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$12,179
Receive Grants
58.2%
Take Loans
65.7%
The full cost of attendance is about $22,758/yr for in-state students, including $8,230 for room and board. After aid, most pay around $12,684. Out-of-state tuition jumps to $20,090.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at University of West Alabama fund their education.
While in School
58.2%
Get Grants
Free money
65.7%
Take Loans
Must repay
$25,552
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$24,944
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$264/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
Students typically graduate with $24,944 in debt, below the national median. That's a manageable amount for most career paths.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends University of West Alabama.
Gender
71.4%
Female
29%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
2,974
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
3,837
Graduates
40.3%
First-Gen
22 yrs
Avg Age
43.6%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 71% of the student body. 40.3% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
Rural: Remote
Campus Quick Facts
2,974
Students
public
Institution
Small
Campus Size
Master's
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
Yes
Evening College
No
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
University of West Alabama fields 9 varsity teams with 384 student athletes, about 13% of the student body.
Division
NCAA
Division II with football
Conference
Gulf South
The league its teams compete in
Varsity Sports
9
Biggest: Football
Student Athletes
384
13% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
66% / 34%
254
Men
130
Women
7
Men's Teams
7
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of University of West Alabamaearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$44,232
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
—
72 grads
Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other
$32K
62 grads
1yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
$37K
31 grads
1yr Earnings
Psychology, General
—
30 grads
Communication and Media Studies
—
27 grads
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness
$41K
16 grads
4yr Earnings
Graduates earn about $37K six years out, growing to $44K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.
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