Known for business — excellent value
University of West Georgia is a public institution in Carrollton with particular strength in business and health sciences. With an average SAT of 1044, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.
A mid-sized campus of 7.5K undergraduates with a 16:1 student-faculty ratio. The town location creates a classic college-town feel.
43% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $49,587 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $15,450.
Established
1906
Motto
Go West, Go Wolves!
Mascot
Wolfie
Type
Public university
Conference
Atlantic Sun Conference (ASUN)
Division
Division I
49%Acceptance
1044SAT Avg
7,485Students
16:1Student:Faculty
43%Grad Rate
$49,587Earnings 10yr
$15,450Net Price
Admissions
Acceptance Rate49.4%
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 1044
Reading & WritingMid: 550
480580
MathMid: 485
450550
ACT Score Range
CompositeMid: 21
1723
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Tuition (in-state)$5,971
Tuition (out-of-state)$17,024
Room & Board$11,642
Books & Supplies$1,275
Total Cost of Attendance$23,504
Average Net Price$15,450
Median Debt at Graduation$23,970
Monthly Payment (10yr)$254
Net Price by Family Income
$0–30K$12,779
$30–48K$13,345
$48–75K$16,015
$75–110K$18,909
$110K+$19,101
Programs (77)
Student Body
Undergrads
7,485
Gender Split
64% / 36%
Women / Men
First Generation
32%
Pell Grant Recipients
42%
Race & Ethnicity
White 50%
Black 32%
Hispanic 9%
Asian 1%
Two+ 5%
Int'l 1%
Outcomes
4-Year Graduation Rate42.7%
Freshman Retention76.0%
Median Earnings After Graduation
6 Years$41,000
8 Years$45,491
10 Years$49,587
10-Year Earnings by Gender
Women
$38,100
Men
$47,100
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History & Fun Facts
Source: Wikipedia