Good

Score: 66/100

University of West Florida

4-Year Public

📍 Pensacola, Florida 32514

🌐 uwf.edu/

Outcomes

B+

77/100

Affordability

68/100

Resources

C+

55/100

Experience

71/100

Prestige

C+

57/100

Quick Stats

14,371

Total Enrollment

62%

Graduation Rate

88%

Retention Rate

22.0:1

Student-Faculty Ratio

57%

Acceptance Rate

$8,908

Avg Net Price

🏠 Housing Market Near University of West Florida ▼

13% of students live off-campus (not with family), creating consistent rental demand near campus. That's approximately 1,897 students who need housing.

Avg Home Value

$261,924

Avg Monthly Rent

$1,580

1-Year Change

+3.6%

See full rental market data for 32514 →

For parents & investors

The University of West Florida Town Property Report

Avg home value near campus: $261,924
Avg rent near campus: $1,580/mo — vs ~$680/mo campus room rate

Get the free 1-page report: rent-vs-dorm math, the 3 best nearby ZIPs by yield, and the “kiddie condo” strategy parents use.

✓ Sent — check your inbox

Free — no spam, unsubscribe anytime.

🏆 Where University of West Florida Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

Clinical/Medical Social Work

of 22 schools

Data Modeling/Warehousing and Database Administration

of 24 schools

#10

Family Practice Nurse/Nursing

of 100 schools

#14

Special Education and Teaching, General

of 100 schools

#17

Computer and Information Systems Security/Auditing/Information Assurance

of 100 schools

#25

Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General

of 100 schools

#25

Mass Communication/Media Studies

of 94 schools

#26

Educational Leadership and Administration, General

of 100 schools

#28

Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse

of 100 schools

#30

Biomedical Sciences, General

of 100 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category	In-State	Out-of-State
Tuition	$3,735	$16,004
Room	$6,124
Board	$5,405
Total Cost (On-Campus)	$23,416	$36,297

Financial Aid

89%

Receive Any Aid

33%

Receive Pell Grants

27%

Take Out Loans

$8,908

Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income	Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000	$3,367
$30,001 - $48,000	$5,208
$48,001 - $75,000	$8,264
$75,001 - $110,000	$13,090
$110,001+	$15,446

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies 531 grads/yr Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 338 grads/yr Special Education and Teaching, General 322 grads/yr Psychology, General 218 grads/yr Business Administration and Management, General 198 grads/yr Clinical/Medical Social Work 128 grads/yr Accounting 123 grads/yr Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General 108 grads/yr Family Practice Nurse/Nursing 104 grads/yr Public Health, General 94 grads/yr Business/Commerce, General 93 grads/yr Criminal Justice/Safety Studies 91 grads/yr Mass Communication/Media Studies 88 grads/yr Exercise Science and Kinesiology 87 grads/yr Computer and Information Systems Security/Auditing/Information Assurance 87 grads/yr Educational Leadership and Administration, General 82 grads/yr Biomedical Sciences, General 80 grads/yr English Language and Literature, General 73 grads/yr Curriculum and Instruction 71 grads/yr Mechanical Engineering 62 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from University of West Florida's top programs commonly pursue.

Postsecondary teachers, all other

$78k/yr 183,400 jobs

Registered nurses

$94k/yr 3,391,000 jobs

Nursing instructors and teachers, postsecondary

$80k/yr 91,600 jobs

Special education teachers, secondary school

$70k/yr 164,200 jobs

Special education teachers, all other

$67k/yr 41,000 jobs

Special education teachers, middle school

$65k/yr 94,800 jobs

Special education teachers, preschool

$62k/yr 29,300 jobs

Managers, all other

$137k/yr 1,333,700 jobs

Student Demographics

14,371

Total Students

61%

Women

72%

Traditional Age (18-24)

13%

Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 58%

Hispanic 13%

Black 11%

Asian 4%

Two or More 5%

Non-Resident 4%

🏠 Living Arrangements

On Campus 54%

Off-Campus (Renters) 13%

With Family 33%

🏘️ Rental Demand: ~1,897 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 17%

Hybrid (Some Online) 34%

Fully Online 49%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 72%

25-64 (Adult) 28%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at University of West Florida?

University of West Florida has an acceptance rate of 57%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.

How much does it cost to attend University of West Florida?

Tuition at University of West Florida is $3,735 for in-state students and $16,004 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $8,908.

What is the graduation rate at University of West Florida?

The graduation rate at University of West Florida is 62%. This is a solid graduation rate, showing that most students who enroll successfully complete their degrees.

Is University of West Florida a good school?

University of West Florida has a Repit College Score of 66/100 (Grade: B). Our rating evaluates five key factors:

Outcomes (B+): Graduation and retention rates
Affordability (B): Net cost and financial aid access
Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
Experience (B): Campus life and learning format
Prestige (C+): Reputation and recognition

How many students attend University of West Florida?

University of West Florida has a total enrollment of 14,371 students. Most students (72%) are traditional college-age (18-24).

Is there rental demand near University of West Florida?

Yes! Approximately 13% of students at University of West Florida live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 1,897 students who need rental housing near campus.

Deciding between a dorm and buying near campus? Run the numbers for University of West Florida — four years of dorm costs vs. owning, including what you’d recover at resale. Buy vs Dorm calculator →