University of West Alabama
Public university · Livingston, AL · 2,974 undergraduates
Acceptance rate, SAT and ACT scores, cost, and financial aid
Acceptance rate
43%
Selective
SAT (middle 50%)
860–1120
ACT (middle 50%)
16–21
Average net price
$11,531
per year, after grants
Cost of attendance
$22,639
per year, before aid
Graduation rate
35%
within 6 years
These numbers haven't been checked against official data yet. Values marked changed a lot or disagree with another source. Costs, aid, and policies change every year — always confirm on the college's website before you decide.
How hard is it to get into University of West Alabama?
University of West Alabama accepts about 43 of every 100 applicants (43%), which makes it selective. This number changed a lot in the latest data, so confirm it with the college.
The middle half of admitted students scored between 860 and 1120 on the SAT. A score at or above 1120 puts you in the top quarter of admitted students; below 860, your scores are below most.
On the ACT, the middle half scored 16–21.
The latest federal data says University of West Alabama is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on University of West Alabama's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
How much does University of West Alabama cost?
The full cost of attendance — tuition, fees, housing, food, books, and other expenses — is about $22,639 a year before financial aid.
After grants and scholarships, students who get federal aid pay $11,531 a year on average. Your price depends on your family's income — use the college's net price calculator for an estimate.
Tuition and fees are $10,960 for AL residents and $20,710 for out-of-state students.
- Tuition & fees (in-state)$10,960
- Tuition & fees (out-of-state)$20,710
- Room & board$9,938
- Total cost of attendance$22,639
- Average net price after grants$11,531
Popular majors
Interdisciplinary Studies, Education, Health Professions & Nursing, Business, Parks, Recreation & Fitness.
University of West Alabama FAQ
- What is University of West Alabama's acceptance rate?
- 43% — selective.
- What SAT score do you need for University of West Alabama?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 860–1120. Aim for 1120 or higher to be above most admitted students.
- What ACT score do you need for University of West Alabama?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 16–21.
- Is University of West Alabama test-optional?
- The latest federal data says University of West Alabama is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on University of West Alabama's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
- How much does University of West Alabama cost?
- About $22,639 a year before aid; $11,531 on average after grants.
- What is University of West Alabama's FAFSA school code?
- 001024. Add it in the "Colleges" section of the FAFSA at studentaid.gov so University of West Alabama receives your information.
- What is University of West Alabama's graduation rate?
- 35% of students finish within six years.
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|---|---|---|---|---|
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