University of West Georgia
About University of West Georgia
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
The University of West Georgia is a public university in Carrollton, Georgia, west of Atlanta. It offers programs in education, nursing, business, and the sciences and is one of the fastest-growing universities in the USG system.
Founded
1906
Location
Carrollton, Georgia
Students
12,754
Institution
Public
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
51.6%
Moderately selective
Graduation Rate
43.5%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$6,088
Out-of-state: $17,800
Avg Net Price
$12,786
After financial aid
SAT Average
1032
Out of 1600
Median Earnings
$49,587
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Selective
51.6 out of 100 applicants get in
How to Apply
Test Policy
Test Required
Application Fee
$40
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
With a 51.6% acceptance rate, University of West Georgia admits most students who meet the academic standards. Focus on putting together a complete, thoughtful application.
SAT Scores
1032/ 1600
ACT Scores
21/ 36
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Below Average
43.5% complete their degree within six years
Retention
77.5%
4-Year Grad
22%
6-Year Grad
42%
Teaching Quality
16:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
57.4%
$/Student
$9.2K
Class Size
Medium
The 22% graduation rate is below average, but 77.5% 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
$6,088
In-State
$17,800
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$12,782
Books & Supplies
$800
Total Cost of Attendance
$21,981
After Financial Aid
$12,786
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$10,339
Receive Grants
40.4%
Take Loans
34.6%
The full cost of attendance is about $21,981/yr for in-state students, including $12,782 for room and board. After aid, most pay around $12,786. Out-of-state tuition jumps to $17,800.
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 Georgia fund their education.
While in School
40.4%
Get Grants
Free money
34.6%
Take Loans
Must repay
$36,595
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$23,970
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$254/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
Only 34.6% of students take out federal loans, and those who do graduate with a median of $23,970. Many students here manage to minimize borrowing.
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 Georgia.
Gender
62%
Female
38%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
7,520
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
5,234
Graduates
31.9%
First-Gen
21 yrs
Avg Age
14.2%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 62% of the student body. 31.9% 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
Town: Distant
Campus Quick Facts
7,520
Students
public
Institution
Medium
Campus Size
Doctoral
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 Georgia fields 8 varsity teams with 540 student athletes, about 7% of the student body.
Division
NCAA
Division I-FCS
Conference
Gulf South
The league its teams compete in
Varsity Sports
8
Biggest: Track & Cross Country
Student Athletes
540
7% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
67% / 33%
361
Men
179
Women
5
Men's Teams
6
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 Georgiaearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$49,587
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$77K
176 grads
1yr Earnings
Psychology, General
$25K
169 grads
1yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
$44K
152 grads
1yr Earnings
Biology, General
$29K
115 grads
1yr Earnings
Journalism
$27K
102 grads
1yr Earnings
Criminology
$34K
99 grads
1yr Earnings
Graduates earn about $41K six years out, growing to $50K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.
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