Good

Score: 63/100

University of West Georgia

4-Year Public

📍 Carrollton, Georgia 30118

🌐 www.westga.edu/

Outcomes

C+

64/100

Affordability

C+

60/100

Resources

67/100

Experience

71/100

Prestige

C+

54/100

Quick Stats

12,728

Total Enrollment

43%

Graduation Rate

76%

Retention Rate

16.0:1

Student-Faculty Ratio

49%

Acceptance Rate

$14,962

Avg Net Price

🏠 Housing Market Near University of West Georgia ▼

8% of students live off-campus (not with family), creating consistent rental demand near campus. That's approximately 1,018 students who need housing.

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🏆 Where University of West Georgia Ranks

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

🥇

School Librarian/School Library Media Specialist

of 9 schools

Teacher Education, Multiple Levels

of 93 schools

#10

Educational/Instructional Technology

of 73 schools

#10

Health and Wellness, General

of 53 schools

#14

Educational Leadership and Administration, General

of 100 schools

#14

Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist

of 100 schools

#16

Special Education and Teaching, General

of 100 schools

#17

Elementary Education and Teaching

of 100 schools

#17

Criminology

of 100 schools

#26

Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services

of 100 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category	In-State	Out-of-State
Tuition	$4,371	$15,424
Room	$7,010
Board	$4,632
Total Cost (On-Campus)	$23,640	$34,693

Financial Aid

93%

Receive Any Aid

44%

Receive Pell Grants

44%

Take Out Loans

$14,962

Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income	Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000	$12,779
$30,001 - $48,000	$13,345
$48,001 - $75,000	$16,015
$75,001 - $110,000	$18,909
$110,001+	$19,101

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Educational Leadership and Administration, General 394 grads/yr Educational/Instructional Technology 361 grads/yr Elementary Education and Teaching 250 grads/yr Business Administration and Management, General 185 grads/yr Psychology, General 183 grads/yr Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 174 grads/yr Special Education and Teaching, General 159 grads/yr Teacher Education, Multiple Levels 150 grads/yr Criminology 122 grads/yr Marketing/Marketing Management, General 92 grads/yr Biology/Biological Sciences, General 86 grads/yr Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services 76 grads/yr Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist 73 grads/yr Journalism 69 grads/yr School Librarian/School Library Media Specialist 67 grads/yr Health and Wellness, General 63 grads/yr Accounting 59 grads/yr Secondary Education and Teaching 56 grads/yr English Language and Literature, General 55 grads/yr Parks, Recreation, and Leisure Facilities Management, General 48 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

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

Education administrators, kindergarten through secondary

$104k/yr 333,300 jobs

Education administrators, postsecondary

$104k/yr 226,600 jobs

Education administrators, all other

$89k/yr 60,200 jobs

Education and childcare administrators, preschool and daycare

$56k/yr 90,200 jobs

Instructional coordinators

$75k/yr 232,600 jobs

Training and development specialists

$66k/yr 452,300 jobs

Librarians and media collections specialists

$64k/yr 142,100 jobs

Education teachers, postsecondary

$72k/yr 74,900 jobs

Student Demographics

12,728

Total Students

69%

Women

76%

Traditional Age (18-24)

Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 54%

Hispanic 8%

Black 29%

Asian 1%

Two or More 4%

Non-Resident 1%

🏠 Living Arrangements

On Campus 62%

Off-Campus (Renters) 8%

With Family 30%

🏘️ Rental Demand: ~1,018 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 17%

Hybrid (Some Online) 34%

Fully Online 48%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 76%

25-64 (Adult) 14%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at University of West Georgia?

University of West Georgia has an acceptance rate of 49%. This makes it a moderately selective institution with competitive admission standards.

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

Tuition at University of West Georgia is $4,371 for in-state students and $15,424 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $14,962.

What is the graduation rate at University of West Georgia?

The graduation rate at University of West Georgia is 43%. This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.

Is University of West Georgia a good school?

University of West Georgia has a Repit College Score of 63/100 (Grade: B). Our rating evaluates five key factors:

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

How many students attend University of West Georgia?

University of West Georgia has a total enrollment of 12,728 students. Most students (76%) are traditional college-age (18-24).

Is there rental demand near University of West Georgia?

Yes! Approximately 8% of students at University of West Georgia live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 1,018 students who need rental housing near campus.

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