Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 001601
- Phone: (478) 477-1110
- School Homepage
Admissions Office
Financial Aid Office
ACCEPTANCE RATE
59.30%FINANCIAL AID RATE
94%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
19:1DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE
48FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$5,909Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid
Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition
School Map
University of West Georgia
4760 Forsyth Road, Macon, GA
University of West Georgia provides a variety of program options for students to assist them in their growth and development. The school is located in Carrollton, Georgia and publically funded. Approximately 11,000 students are enrolled yearly at University of West Georgia.
A list of some of the more popular programs offered are:
- Education
- Health And Clinical Professions
- Business And Marketing Studies
- Psychology
The admissions process starts with the submission of an application, transcripts, records, and test scores, which are then evaluated by the admissions staff. A SAT or ACT exam may be required prior to applying, with scores in a range of 890 - 1070 for the SAT exam and in a range of 19 - 22 on the ACT is common among students admitted to UWG. An estimated 50% of all applicant were admitted at University of West Georgia, with 55% of those admitted choosing to enroll. More information on admissions can be found at westga.edu.
Tuition & fees at UWG are different for in-state and nonresidents. In-state tuition costs nearly $6,200 per year, while out-of-state tuition costing $17,000 per year. Student housing is available on-campus for students. The annual cost of housing is estimated to be $4,300. UWG may offer financial aid for students that are eligible in the form of scholarships, grants, and loans.
The UWG "Wolves" have a number of intercollegiate athletic programs through participation in the NCAA. Available athletic programs offered:
- Baseball (NCAA Division II)
- Basketball (NCAA Division II)
- Football (NCAA Division II)
- Golf (NCAA Division II)
Students who wish to get more about University of West Georgia can visit their website at http://www.westga.edu.
Admission Requirements & Details
The admissions information below may provide a better idea of the students University of West Georgia accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any college or dual credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- Life Experience Credits
- AP Course Credits
Student Enrollment
University of West Georgia has a total student population of about 14,000. The enrollment breakdown by academic level is 17% enrolling as graduate students and 81% as undergraduate students.
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The average "out of pocket" cost of attendance, after any grants and scholarships are considered, is around $15,400. To calculate a more personalized cost visit the net price calculator. There is also a $40 application fee for students applying to the school. The figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition, fees, and expenses.
Tuition & Fees Information
- Tuition estimates per year:
- In-State Tuition: $4,400-$5,200
- Nonresident Student Tuition: $15,000-$18,510
- Charges per unit:
- State Residents: $180-$220 per credit unit
- Nonresidents: $640-$770 per credit unit
Financial Aid Details
The table listed below helps break down the types of financial aid students receive and the percent receiving aid, as well as the average amount of aid per student per year.
Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
---|---|---|
Any Financial Aid | 94% | - |
Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 85% | $7,059 |
Receiving Student Loans | 65% | $5,793 |
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help students and recent graduates, University of West Georgia may provide student services like those listed below:
- Online course work available
- Remedial instructional courses
- Counseling assistance
- Student employment
- Assisting students to find work
Specialized Programs & Accreditations
- Art and Design Program
- Music Program
- Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) Program
- Nursing (MSN, DSN) Program
- Speech-Language Pathology Program
- Elementary and Secondary School Teacher Education Program
- Theatre Program
Intercollegiate Athletics
University of West Georgia is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports being in the NCAA Division II with football classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Baseball (Gulf South Conference)
- Basketball (Gulf South Conference)
- Football (Gulf South Conference)
- Golf
- Soccer
- Softball
- Tennis
- Track and Field, Outdoor
- Track and Field, X-Country
- Volleyball
Programs Offered
The program list below is organized by areas of study. The programs that have a link will direct you to the program's profile page where you can learn more about education requirements and career pathways.
Get more information about the programs offered by University of West Georgia by clicking the request information to the right.
(C) Certificate or Award | (A) Associate's | (B) Bachelor's | (M) Master's Degree | (D) Doctorate (PhD,...)
Biological and Biomedical Sciences
- Biology (B, M)
Business and Marketing Studies
- Business Administration (B, M)
- Advertising and Marketing (B)
- Finance (B)
- Accounting (B, M)
- Information Systems (B)
- Real Estate (B)
Communications and Journalism
- Journalism (B)
Computer and Information Sciences
- Computer Science (M)
Education
English Language and Literature
- English (B, M)
Health and Clinical Professions
- Nursing (B, M)
- Nursing Education (D)
- Nursing Administration (C)
History
- History (B, M)
Interdisciplinary Studies
- Museum Studies (C)
Mathematics and Statistics
- Math (B, M)
Philosophy and Religious Studies
- Philosophy (B)
Psychology
- Psychology (B, M)
Public Administration and Social Services
Recreation and Fitness Studies
Social Sciences
- Criminology (B, M)
- Sociology (B, M)
- Political Science (B)
- Economics (B)
- Anthropology (B)
- Geography (B, C)
- International Relations (B)
Visual and Performing Arts
Other 4-Year Public Colleges
The list of schools below have been selected by researching which schools offer similar programs to University of West Georgia.
- Jacksonville State University in Deatsville, AL (42 miles away)
- Clayton State University in Waco, GA (44 miles away)
- Gordon College in Athens, GA (65 miles away)
- Georgia Gwinnett College in West Covina, CA (69 miles away)
- Columbus State University in Columbus, GA (74 miles away)
Also, check out our college lists below, which can help students compare schools to one another:
- Visit the main Georgia colleges & universities profile page
- Review a list of Georgia state universities
- Compare this school to other Georgia liberal arts colleges
Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 001601
- Phone: (478) 477-1110
- School Homepage