University of West Georgia Acceptance Rate & Tuition (2026)
University of West Georgia is a public research university in Carrollton, Georgia, serving roughly 7,520 students. Admission is moderately selective for first-time degree-seeking undergraduates reporting admissions data to the Education Department. The acceptance rate is about 51.61% in the latest College Scorecard admissions data. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $49,587 among students who received federal aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $6,088
- 2024 Average Net Price: $12,786 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: 51.61% Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 7,520 78.8% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 43.49%
- Carnegie Classification: Doctoral/Professional Universities
- First-Generation Students: 31.9%
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition increase of 0.5% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price decrease of 5.6% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Full-Time Faculty: 57.4%
- Average SAT Score: 1032
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 10,988
- Applicants (IPEDS): 8,399
- Room & Board: $12,782 annual estimate
University of West Georgia: what the data shows
Common questions about University of West Georgia, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is University of West Georgia?
University of West Georgia is located in Carrollton, GA (ZIP 30118-0001).
NCES locale classification: Town distant.
Is University of West Georgia public or private?
University of West Georgia is a Public institution.
How much does University of West Georgia cost?
Published tuition: $6,088 in-state, $17,800 out-of-state.
Average net price after aid: $12,786.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $10,339 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $10,523 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $12,957 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $15,471 |
| $110,001+ | $16,810 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $24,352.
How hard is it to get into University of West Georgia?
Admission rate: 51.61%.
Among enrollees who submitted scores: average SAT 1032 and midpoint ACT 21.
Scorecard does not publish admitted-student GPA for most institutions.
How big is University of West Georgia?
Total enrollment: 7,520 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 10,988 students.
Graduate enrollment: 5,234 students.
About 79% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at University of West Georgia?
150%-time completion rate: 43.49%.
First-year retention: 77.5%.
What do graduates of University of West Georgia earn?
Median earnings: $41,000 six years after entry; $49,587 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $23,970.
40.40% of students receive Pell grants.
What is University of West Georgia known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Educational Leadership and Administration, General (394 completions)
- Educational/Instructional Technology (361 completions)
- Elementary Education and Teaching (250 completions)
- Business Administration and Management, General (185 completions)
- Psychology, General (183 completions)
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse (174 completions)
- Special Education and Teaching, General (159 completions)
- Teacher Education, Multiple Levels (150 completions)
- Criminology (122 completions)
- Marketing/Marketing Management, General (92 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is University of West Georgia a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show admission rate 51.61%; completion rate 43.49%; median earnings $49,587 at 10 years; net price $12,786. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$6,088
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at University of West Georgia was $6,088.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$12,786
2024 Value
In 2024 University of West Georgia had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $12,786.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$51,144 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$12,786 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$24,352 4-Year In-State Tuition
$71,200 4-Year Out-of-State Tuition
$12,782 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)
$800 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)
$19,670 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)
$78,680 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)
4-year total cost breakdown for University of West Georgia.
Financial Aid by Income Level
40.40% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
34.60% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans
Financial aid distribution by income level.
Student Loan Default Rate
0.00%
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)
The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at University of West Georgia was 0.00%.
Cohort default rates account for borrowers who default in the first three years.
Tuition tracker
Published tuition and average net price by reporting year come from the College Scorecard institution file. Values are not adjusted for inflation; missing cells mean the field was not reported or was suppressed for University of West Georgia in that year.
Reporting years in the table below: 2013–2023 (Scorecard labels refer to the institutional submission cycle).
| Year | In-state tuition & fees | Out-of-state tuition & fees | Average net price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | $5,837 | $15,903 | $13,514 |
| 2014 | $5,938 | $16,258 | $14,596 |
| 2015 | $6,143 | $16,717 | $15,365 |
| 2016 | $6,143 | $16,717 | $15,212 |
| 2017 | $6,226 | $17,010 | $15,056 |
| 2018 | $6,288 | $17,074 | $16,234 |
| 2019 | $6,395 | $17,450 | $16,124 |
| 2020 | $6,521 | $17,576 | $16,588 |
| 2021 | $6,521 | $17,576 | $16,239 |
| 2022 | $5,941 | $16,996 | $16,374 |
| 2023 | $5,971 | $17,024 | $15,450 |
Sticker tuition and net price over time
Where the institution reported separate in-state and out-of-state tuition, both appear. Gaps mean the value was not reported for that year.
College Scorecard reporting-year fields (not inflation-adjusted).
Net price by family income
Brackets follow Scorecard definitions for the series shown (public vs private institution).
Latest income-band net prices available in the processed extract.
Acceptance Rate & Admissions
Acceptance Rate
51.61% Acceptance Rate
8,399 Total Applicants
4,147 Students Admitted
1,361 First-Time Students Enrolled
32.82% Yield (enrolled ÷ admitted)
This institution is selective, accepting about half of all applicants.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
SAT Average: 1032
ACT Average: 21
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
Estimated GPA Range: 3.0 - 3.4
Estimated Median GPA: 3.20
Note: GPA requirements are estimated based on admission selectivity and test scores. Actual requirements may vary.
Estimated GPA and test score ranges.
Enrollment & Student Demographics
University of West Georgia reported total enrollment of about 7,520 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 38% male and 62% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes White (49.3%), Black or African American (30.8%), and Hispanic or Latino (10.2%). About 40.40% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 31.9% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
78.8% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at University of West Georgia in 2024 is 7,520 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 10,988 students. Graduate enrollment is about 5,234 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
77.5%
2024 Retention Rate
Retention rate measures the number of first-time students who began their studies the previous fall and returned to school the following fall.
Retention rate over time compared to similar institutions.
Enrollment by Race & Ethnicity
The largest enrollment share in our College Scorecard extract is White at 49.3%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
24.77% 100% Completion Time
43.49% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 24.77% of students graduating from University of West Georgia completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
Completions by Sex (Top Programs)
- Educational Leadership and Administration, General: 25% male / 75% female
- Educational/Instructional Technology: 20% male / 80% female
- Elementary Education and Teaching: 3% male / 97% female
IPEDS completions by sex for the five largest programs (aggregate CIPs excluded).
Completions by Race & Ethnicity
Combined IPEDS award counts across reported programs; largest group: White.
Summed across program completion records in our extract.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for University of West Georgia.
Return on Investment
$23,970 Median Student Debt
$49,587 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
48.34% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
869.56% Return on Investment
4.8 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for University of West Georgia.
Top Programs by Completions
10 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 65 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. Educational Leadership and Administration, General: 394 completions
2. Educational/Instructional Technology: 361 completions
3. Elementary Education and Teaching: 250 completions
4. Business Administration and Management, General: 185 completions
5. Psychology, General: 183 completions
6. Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse: 174 completions
7. Special Education and Teaching, General: 159 completions
8. Teacher Education, Multiple Levels: 150 completions
9. Criminology: 122 completions
Most popular programs at University of West Georgia.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for University of West Georgia graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for University of West Georgia from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Full-time faculty share: 57.4%
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $8,656
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $9,152
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
University of West Georgia is a public institution located in Carrollton, GA, classified as Doctoral/Professional Universities. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were Educational Leadership and Administration, General, Educational/Instructional Technology, Elementary Education and Teaching. Enrollment is approximately 7,520 students. Student body composition includes White (49.3%), Black or African American (30.8%), Hispanic or Latino (10.2%). The admission rate is 51.61%. Average SAT scores for admitted students are 1032. The 150%-time completion rate is 43.49%. Approximately 40.40% of students receive Pell Grants. About 31.9% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Public
Carnegie Classification: Doctoral/Professional Universities
Location
Carrollton, GA 30118-0001
Region: Southeast
Insights and Analysis
Diverse Program Offerings: With over 65 distinct degree programs, University of West Georgia provides students with a wide range of academic options. This diversity allows students to explore various fields and find programs that align with their interests and career goals.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is University of West Georgia located?
University of West Georgia is located in Carrollton, GA.
What is University of West Georgia's acceptance rate?
The acceptance rate at University of West Georgia is 51.6% among first-time degree-seeking students reporting admissions data. IPEDS reports 8,399 applicants and 4,147 admits in the latest admissions cycle in our extract.
How much does University of West Georgia cost?
Reported tuition is $6,088 and average net price is $12,786 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $12,782 annually.
What is the student body demographics at University of West Georgia?
University of West Georgia reports undergraduate enrollment of about 10,988 students, White (49.3%), Black or African American (30.8%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend University of West Georgia?
About 31.9% of students at University of West Georgia are first-generation college students.
What test scores do students need for University of West Georgia?
Among enrolled students who submitted scores, University of West Georgia reports midpoint SAT about 1032 and midpoint ACT about 21.
What do graduates of University of West Georgia earn?
Median earnings are $41,000 six years after entry and $49,587 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at University of West Georgia?
The 150%-time completion rate is 43.5% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do University of West Georgia students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $23,970.
Is University of West Georgia public or private?
University of West Georgia is a public institution located in Carrollton, GA.
Is University of West Georgia an HBCU?
No. University of West Georgia is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is University of West Georgia a tribal college?
No. University of West Georgia is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Data Sources
This page uses data from the following sources:
- College Scorecard - U.S. Department of Education
- Institutional characteristics, costs, completion rates, and earnings data
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: collegescorecard.ed.gov
- Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)
- Employment and wage data by occupation
- Latest data: May 2024
- Source: bls.gov/oes
- O*NET Online - U.S. Department of Labor
- Occupational skills, knowledge, abilities, and work activities
- Database version: 28.0 (August 2023)
- Source: onetcenter.org
- IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System) - National Center for Education Statistics
- Institutional data, completions, enrollment, and financial aid
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: nces.ed.gov/ipeds
- Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS)
- Demographic and workforce data
- Latest data: 2023 ACS 5-Year Estimates
- Source: census.gov/acs
- Related geography & profiles
- Georgia college costs
- Georgia colleges by ROI
- Southeast regional profile
- All state profiles
- Regional profiles
- National benchmarks
- School directory
- All schools in Georgia
Data Processing: All data has been processed, cleaned, and aggregated for presentation. Where specific data points are unavailable, estimates are based on available data and clearly marked.
Last Updated: Data reflects the most recent available information as of January 2025.
Methodology
Data for this profile is sourced from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard dataset, which provides comprehensive information on institutions of higher education in the United States.
All financial figures are adjusted for inflation and represent the most recent available data. Graduation rates and completion times are calculated according to federal standards.