University of West Florida Florida

Public research university in Pensacola with in-state tuition under $4,000 and moderate selectivity.

College statistics

Address:
11000 University Parkway
Pensacola, FL
32514
Sector Group:
Public 4-Year or Above
Official Website:
uwf.edu/
Setting:
Rural
Research Activity Tier:
Research 2: High Spending and Doctorate Production
Economic Mobility Index:
Higher Access, Medium Earnings
Primary Undergraduate Major:
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities

The University of West Florida is a public research institution located in Pensacola, Florida, classified as a Research 2 university with high spending and doctorate production. The university serves approximately 14,371 students and offers undergraduate and graduate programs with a primary focus on liberal arts and sciences.

In-state tuition is $3,735 annually, with a total cost of attendance of $15,715 including room and board; out-of-state students pay $16,004 in tuition and face a total cost of $27,984. The university's acceptance rate of 56.9% indicates selective but accessible admissions. Admitted students typically score at the 75th percentile of 630 on the SAT Reading section and 600 on the SAT Math section, or 27 on the ACT Composite.

The university's 6-year graduation rate and student support services can be verified through uwf.edu/. UWF works well for students seeking a research-active university environment in a rural setting with relatively low in-state costs, particularly those interested in liberal arts, sciences, and graduate study options.