B
Good
Score: 63/100
Overall (traditional)
D
Outcome Rating
42/100 · earnings-weighted

University of West Georgia

4-Year Public
📍 Carrollton, Georgia 30118
Outcomes
C+
64/100
Affordability
C+
60/100
Resources
B
67/100
Experience
B
71/100
Prestige
C+
54/100

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

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 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.

The campus ZIP (30118) has no residential market, so these figures average 1 nearby ZIP codes within 3 miles of campus (30117).

Avg Home Value
$286,033
Avg Monthly Rent
$1,386
1-Year Change
+2.8%

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at University of West Georgia, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$49,587
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$41,000
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$23,970
Median debt at graduation
43.5%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
1,032
Average SAT
21
Median ACT
40.4%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 48% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 34th percentile among bachelor’s-degree-focused colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (GA wage index 0.93). 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 Georgia

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.

Major1 yr after4 yrs aftervs. nationalRank (pay)Rank (wage-adj.)Median debt
Computer and Information Sciences$69,653$93,769+2%#160 of 459#151$26,911
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing$77,140$86,904-2%#478 of 966#415$23,015
Finance and Financial Management Services$52,078$72,717-13%#292 of 452#279$23,000
Management Information Systems and Services$42,494$70,574-15%#134 of 166#130$23,252
Accounting and Related Services$53,940$70,405-8%#474 of 796#442$19,500
Marketing$40,562$63,104-9%#337 of 516#315$25,500
Business Administration, Management and Operations$44,392$62,588-8%#683 of 1176#650$24,000
Geological and Earth Sciences/Geosciences$33,344$60,355+0%#73 of 138#56$22,054
Economics$39,899$56,681-31%#357 of 368#344$21,625
Political Science and Government$31,706$53,827-15%#462 of 565#423$27,375
Chemistry—$53,575-18%#198 of 209#192$21,946
History$35,074$52,514+4%#196 of 459#127$28,315
Criminology$33,839$50,048-10%#91 of 113#87$25,304
Parks, Recreation, and Leisure Facilities Management$31,492$49,799-1%#28 of 55#29$25,000
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods$41,744$49,499+4%#263 of 680#271$23,000
Foreign Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics—$48,611-4%——$26,051
Journalism$27,268$47,891-15%#153 of 187#150$25,250
Sociology$34,393$47,412-10%#353 of 462#308$26,000
Biology$28,550$47,252-17%#750 of 841#746$25,250
Anthropology$31,619$46,740+0%#89 of 188#76$22,782
Communication Disorders Sciences and Services$28,612$45,806-22%#212 of 215#210$21,000
Fine and Studio Arts$25,093$45,644+10%#107 of 423#84$27,490
Psychology$25,058$43,731-14%#853 of 1027#836$24,779
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas$43,308————$25,000
Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences$30,522$43,308-29%#151 of 156#148$26,000
English Language and Literature$24,055$40,855-16%#486 of 576#475$24,875
Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft$13,357—————

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.

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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
#9
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)
8%
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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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: October 2026 | Methodology