University of West Georgia

Carrolton, Georgia

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At the University of West Georgia, students, staff, and faculty alike transform lives and change perceptions, constantly challenging themselves to ask “what if” and refusing to accept that possibilities are limited. The University embraces diversity. It values community. It drives growth. The entire community engages and works collectively to be the best comprehensive university in America, sought after as the best place to work, learn, and succeed.

Founded in 1906, UWG grew from a district agricultural and mechanical school to a two-year institution. It then became a four-year college in 1957, ultimately achieving university status in 1996. At UWG, students Go West, blazing trails to new possibilities for scholarly achievement, creative expression, and service to humanity. As the 6th largest public university in Georgia, the university’s student population in the Fall of 2019 was comprised of 13,238 students from 36 states and 69 countries. 

UWG offers 86 fields of study, including bachelor’s, master’s, specialist, and doctoral programs as well as post-baccalaureate and post-master’s certificates. It is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools and classified as a SACS Level VI University, the highest level possible. The Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education awarded the university the classification of Doctoral Research University R3. Only seven other Georgia institutions of higher learning qualify for doctoral university status.

Amazing things happen to students who Go West.

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11,135
Degree-Seeking Undergraduates
Enrolled female students
63%
 
Enrolled male students
37%
 
Gender Ratio
Full-time students
78%
 
Part-time students
22%
 
Full-time to Part-time Ratio
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Retention rate
Full-time faculty
62%
 
Adjuncts
38%
 
Faculty Ratio
19:1
Student/teacher ratio
$5,330
In-state tuition cost
$18,812
Out-of-state tuition cost
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4-year graduation rate
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5-year graduation rate
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6-year graduation rate
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Acceptance rate
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Out-of-state students
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Full-time faculty w/ terminal degree

Benefits

Student Activities

Student Activities

  • Campus Ministries
  • Choral groups
  • Concert band
  • Dance
  • Drama/theatre
  • International Student Organization
  • Jazz band
  • Literary magazine
  • Marching band
  • Music ensembles
  • Musical theatre
  • Pep band
  • Radio station
  • Student government
  • Student newspaper
  • Television station
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High-Impact Practices

High-Impact Practices

  • First-Year Seminars and Experiences
  • Diversity/Global Learning
  • Internships/Coops/Practicums
  • Capstone Courses and Projects/Senior Experience
Campus Resources

Campus Resources

  • Career Services
  • Writing Center
  • Academic Advisors
  • Library Services
  • Faculty Mentors
  • Accessibility Services
  • Center for Diversity & Inclusion
  • Academic Tutors
  • Financial Aid Advisors
  • Center for Adult Learners & Veterans
  • Counseling Center
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(678) 839-5600
admiss@westga.edu

Campus Location

1601 Maple Street
Carrolton, GA 30118

(678) 839-5000

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