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About University of West Georgia

public doctoral universityhigh acceptance ratehealth sciences focusbusiness and social sciences

University of West Georgia is a public university in Carrollton, GA, known for its high acceptance rate, health sciences focus, and business and social sciences. With an acceptance rate of 80%, UWG is accessible for most qualified applicants, typically enrolling around 1,424 students each year. Admitted students typically score between 940–1130 on the SAT and 17–22 on the ACT. UWG offers merit scholarships regardless of financial need, with awards averaging $7,496 per year; the sticker price of $37,758 may look very different from what your family actually pays.

Admissions

University of West Georgia acceptance rate and admitted student profile

accessible for most qualified applicants

80%
Overall Accept Rate
3.50
Typical Admitted GPA
1035
Median Admitted SAT
GPATypical admitted range: 3.00 – 3.75 unweighted

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SATSubmitted score range: 940 – 1130

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ACTScore range: 17 – 22

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Application Strategy

Strategy tips for applying to University of West Georgia

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Test Score Strategy
UWG requires test scores, so make sure your SAT or ACT is submitted before you apply. Order your official score reports through College Board or ACT early so there are no delays in processing your application.
Financial Aid
If you are a Georgia resident, maintaining a 3.0 GPA makes you eligible for the HOPE Scholarship, which can significantly reduce your out-of-pocket costs at UWG. Check your eligibility through GAfutures before you enroll.

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Financial Aid & Cost

What University of West Georgia actually costs your family

Average net prices by income bracket from College Scorecard data.

Family IncomeSticker PriceAvg. Net Cost / yr
0-30k~$38k/yr$10.3k
30k-48k~$38k/yr$10.5k
48k-75k~$38k/yr$13.0k
75k-110k~$38k/yr$15.5k
110k+~$38k/yr$16.8k

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Outcomes & Campus

Student outcomes and campus profile

43%
6-Year Graduation Rate
$41k
Median Earnings (6 yrs)
19:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
8,265
Undergrad Enrollment

Student Body

Student body composition

Race & Ethnicity

49%White
31%Black / African American
10%Hispanic
5%Two or More Races
2%Unknown / Unreported
1%Asian
1%International
0%American Indian / AK Native
0%Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
Gender38% Men · 62% Women
Citizenship / Immigration Status99% Citizens and Immigrants · 1% International
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