University of West Florida — acceptance rate 57%, tuition $3,735 in-state, $16,004 out-of-stateUniversity of West Florida campus, Pensacola, FL. Photo: AR767, CC BY-SA 4.0 via Wikimedia Commons.
Outcomes
B+
77/100
Affordability
B
68/100
Resources
C+
55/100
Experience
B
71/100
Prestige
C+
57/100
Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology
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 first-year students live off campus and not with family (U.S. Dept. of Education, IPEDS). Upper-year students at most universities move off campus at much higher rates, so near-campus rental demand is typically larger than this figure suggests.
What happens to students who enroll at University of West Florida, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.
$49,137
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$42,204
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$16,624
Median debt at graduation
58.8%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
1,138
Average SAT
24
Median ACT
33.1%
Students receiving Pell grants
Typical debt at graduation equals about 34% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.
Earnings rank: 38th percentile among bachelor’s-degree-focused colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (FL wage index 0.88). This drives the Outcome Rating.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.
Earnings by Major at University of West Florida
Median pay of bachelor's degree graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.
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
Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 32505 (7.8% cap, Pensacola)
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🏆 Where University of West Florida Ranks
Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~1,897 students need off-campus housing
💻 Learning Mode
In-Person17%
Hybrid (Some Online)34%
Fully Online49%
📊 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.
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