Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
49.37%
SAT Average
1,044
ACT Range
17-23
University of West Georgia Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 49.37%. This means approximately 494 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 7,485 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
49.37%
Current trend marker with historical import pending
Tuition, Net Price and Aid
| Metric | School value | Context | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accreditation | Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges | Institutional accreditor where reported | Verify |
| In-state tuition | $5,971 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $17,024 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $23,504 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $15,450 | State avg: $16,729. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 41.80% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 39.83% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does University of West Georgia Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$17,024
Room and board
$11,642
Books and supplies
$1,275
Other expenses
$4,752
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$23,504
Average net price
$15,450
Average aid coverage
34%
$8,054 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at University of West Georgia pays approximately $15,450 per year after grants and aid. This is below the Georgia average of $16,729 and below the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is University of West Georgia?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to Georgia and national averages.
University of West Georgia net price
$15,450
Georgia average
$16,729
National average
$17,506
University of West Georgia Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $17,024 and average net price at $15,450. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$17,024
Current net price
$15,450
Current-year comparison is shown now; historical bars will replace this fallback once multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Student Outcomes
Completion Rate (150% Time)
42.72%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$49,587
Undergraduates
7,485
10-Year Median Earnings - University of West Georgia vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
University of West Georgia graduates earn about 1.1x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends University of West Georgia?
Undergraduates
7,485
Completion rate
42.72%
Below national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
41.80%
Below national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
39.83%
Below national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 41.80% of University of West Georgia students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 39.83% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at University of West Georgia
Select a family income bracket to see the average net price students in that range paid. Data comes from College Scorecard income-bracket averages when available.
Estimated net price for :
This estimate is based on College Scorecard averages for students in this income range who received federal aid. Actual amounts vary. Use University of West Georgia's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
University of West Georgia lists Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges as its accreditor in the local dataset. Institutional accreditation is an important trust signal and can affect federal financial aid eligibility. Accreditation means an external agency has reviewed academic quality and institutional standards, which helps families verify whether federal aid pathways such as Pell grants and federal loans may apply.
Visit AccreditorCampus and Location
University of West Georgia is listed at 1601 Maple St, Carrollton, GA 30118-0001. Accreditor: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.
Compare Schools
Compare University of West Georgia with nationally comparable peer institutions across acceptance rate, tuition, net price and 10-year earnings. Click any school name to open its full profile.
| School | Accept. rate | Out-of-state tuition | Avg net price | 10-yr earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of West Georgia | 49.37% | $17,024 | $15,450 | $49,587 |
| Miami Ad School-Atlanta | Not available | $19,400 | $28,032 | $106,192 |
| Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus | 16.46% | $32,876 | $13,289 | $102,772 |
| Chamberlain University-Georgia | 96.15% | $19,686 | $31,471 | $92,405 |
| Emory University | 11.10% | $60,774 | $23,911 | $80,137 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is University of West Georgia's acceptance rate?
University of West Georgia's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 49.37%.
How much is University of West Georgia tuition?
University of West Georgia's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $17,024.
What is University of West Georgia's average net price?
University of West Georgia's average net price in the local dataset is $15,450.
What is University of West Georgia's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $49,587 for University of West Georgia.
Is University of West Georgia accredited?
University of West Georgia's accreditor in the local dataset is Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.
How many students attend University of West Georgia?
The local dataset lists 7,485 undergraduate students at University of West Georgia.
What percentage of University of West Georgia students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for University of West Georgia in the local dataset is 41.80%.
What is the federal loan rate at University of West Georgia?
The federal loan rate for University of West Georgia in the local dataset is 39.83%.
Where should I verify University of West Georgia data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with University of West Georgia or the latest official federal education data.