Known for health sciences — excellent value
University of West Alabama is a public institution in Livingston with particular strength in health sciences and business. With an average SAT of 1015, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.
A mid-sized campus of 2.7K undergraduates with a 17:1 student-faculty ratio. The rural location provides a peaceful, focused academic environment.
38% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $44,232 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $13,832.
Established
1835
Motto
"There's something about this place."
Mascot
LUie the Tiger
Type
Public university
Conference
Gulf South Conference East Division
Division
Division II
87%Acceptance
1015SAT Avg
2,666Students
17:1Student:Faculty
38%Grad Rate
$44,232Earnings 10yr
$13,832Net Price
Admissions
Acceptance Rate87.1%
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 1015
Reading & WritingMid: 450
470550
MathMid: 480
350428
ACT Score Range
CompositeMid: 19
1722
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Tuition (in-state)$10,990
Tuition (out-of-state)$20,090
Room & Board$8,166
Books & Supplies$1,206
Total Cost of Attendance$22,402
Average Net Price$13,832
Median Debt at Graduation$24,944
Monthly Payment (10yr)$264
Net Price by Family Income
$0–30K$13,773
$30–48K$12,806
$48–75K$14,480
$75–110K$16,763
$110K+$16,755
Programs (47)
Student Body
Undergrads
2,666
Gender Split
71% / 29%
Women / Men
First Generation
40%
Pell Grant Recipients
54%
Race & Ethnicity
White 47%
Black 38%
Hispanic 3%
Two+ 3%
Int'l 2%
Outcomes
4-Year Graduation Rate38.0%
Freshman Retention60.8%
Median Earnings After Graduation
6 Years$37,106
8 Years$39,584
10 Years$44,232
10-Year Earnings by Gender
Women
$34,300
Men
$46,900
More About This School
Varsity Sports — West Alabama
History & Fun Facts
Source: Wikipedia