University of West Florida

University of West Florida is moderately difficult to get into. University of West Florida admitted 53% of all applicants in 2022. Last year, 8,660 students applied to University of West Florida and 4,573 were admitted.

If you are thinking about applying to University of West Florida, the regular decision application deadline is June 1 and the fee for the application is $30.

Students who apply to University of West Florida for fall semester should hear back from University of West Florida by November 30.

University of West Florida Admissions Stats at a Glance

Here is an overiew of some of University of West Florida's admissions stats.

University of West Florida 2023	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	3.6
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class	12%
Admissions Test Policy	Not optional
Applicants Who Submit SATs	57%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs	66%
Waitlist	No

University of West Florida Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for University of West Florida.

Application Type	Offered	Application Deadline	Notification Deadline
Early Decision I	Info Not Available	–	–
Early Decision II	–	–	–
Early Action	No	–	–
Regular Decision	Yes	6 1	November 30

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Applying Early to University of West Florida?

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University of West Florida may or may not offer early admission, however the school has not provided any application information. Check with University of West Florida directly for more information about early applications.

➡️ Discover a list of some top colleges that admit significantly more applicants during early decision or early action than during regular admission.

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More on University of West Florida Admissions

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How To Get Into University of West Florida

It is moderately difficult to get into UWF.

In 2022, UWF accepted 53% of all applicants, about 4,573 from 8,660 applicants.

Schools that are moderately difficult to get into, like UWF, accept fewer than 85% of all applicants. At least 75% of all admitted students have GPAs in the top 50% of their high school class and scored over 1010 on the SAT or over 18 on the ACT. Admissions to applicants with associate degrees from Florida public junior colleges is program not competitive.

Transferring to University of West Florida

It is moderately difficult to be admitted as a transfer student.

For Students Waitlisted to University of West Florida

University of West Florida has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What Does University of West Florida Look For in an Applicant?

Colleges consider a range of factors when choosing who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college has a different way of determining which factors are they consider most important in the admissions process. When assembling your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengths and any possible weaknesses in your application, and choose schools that prioritize the areas where you shine.

Admissions Factors at University of West Florida

Curious about the factors that are considered by University of West Florida during the admissions process? Take a look at the list below to see which factors are most important during the admissions process.

Admissions Factor	Level
Standardized Test Scores	Very Important
State Residency	Very Important
Academic GPA	Very Important
Rigor of Secondary School Record	Very Important
Alumni/ae Relations	Considered
Character/Personal Qualities	Considered
Application Essay	Considered
Extracurricular Activities	Considered
Geographical Residence	Considered
Recommendation(s)	Considered
Talent/Ability	Considered
Volunteer Work	Considered
Work Experience	Considered
Level of Applicant's Interest	Considered
First Generation	Considered

Make sure to check with University of West Florida for more information on admission factors.

University of West Florida 2022-2023 Application Requirements

To apply to University of West Florida, all applicants must submit the following items. Check with University of West Florida's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area	Required	Recommended	Required for Some	Details (If Any)
Written Essay or Personal Statement	–	–	–	–
Interview	–	–	–	–
Transcript(S) of College Record	–	–	–	–
Standardized Test Scores	–	–	–	–
Statement of Good Standing From Prior Institution(S)	–	–	–	–
Transcript of High School Record	√	–	–	–
Minimum High School GPA (On 4.0 Scale)	2.5	–	–	–

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GPA and Testing

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What GPA Do I Need To Get Into University of West Florida?

Students admitted to University of West Florida have an average unweighted GPA of 3.6.

Out of all students that were admitted, 81% submitted a class rank. At University of West Florida 12% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 41% were in the top 25% and 80% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

At University of West Florida, student GPAs fall in the following ranges.

GPA	Percent of Students
4.0 GPA	27%
3.75 and 3.99	18%
3.50 and 3.74	21%
3.25 and 3.49	14%
3.00 and 3.24	14%
2.50 and 2.9	6%
2.00 and 2.49	–

This chart depicts the percentage of all enrolled, degree-seeking, first-time, first year (freshmen) students who had high school grade point average within the given ranges.

Note: Some schools choose not release this information. If you have any questions regarding missing numbers, be sure to reach out to University of West Florida directly.

About GPAs

Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that reflects your high school academic performance. A weighted GPA or an unweighted GPA are the two possible GPA scores considered by colleges.

An unweighted GPA is an average of your scores from each class on a four-point scale. Unweighted GPAs range from 4.0 to under 1.0. A weighted GPA considers your average grade and the difficulty of your classes. A weighted GPA boosts your average by adding extra points for honors or Advanced Placement courses.

Standardized Test Scores

University of West Florida does not have a test optional admissions policy. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

In 2022, 57% of University of West Florida's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 66% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

What is a Good SAT Score for University of West Florida?

To be competitive with other University of West Florida applicants, you should aim to earn between 1020 and 1200 (or higher!) on the SAT. At University of West Florida 25% of admitted students scored higher than 1200 and 25% of scored lower than 1020, but the majority of students scored somewhere in between these two numbers.

On the SAT Math Section, 25% of University of West Florida students scored 590 or higher and 75% of students scored 520 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of University of West Florida students scored 620 or higher, and 75% scored a 520 or higher.

To be most competitive at University of West Florida, you should strive to earn between 20 and 26 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 26 means you fall in the 75th percentile for University of West Florida's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 26, and three out of four students scored lower than 26 on the ACT.

A 20 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for University of West Florida students. Only one out of every four students scored below 20.

More Information on Transferring to University of West Florida

For transfer students, it is moderately difficult to get admitted to University of West Florida.

For transfer students wishing to start in the fall, the deadline to apply is June 1.

Transfer students can enroll in University of West Florida during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Spring Term

• Summer Term

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University of West Florida Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to University of West Florida?

✅ Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to University of West Florida.

Does University of West Florida accept transfer credits?

✅ University of West Florida accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. University of West Florida accepts:

• CLEP subject tests • DSST/DANTES • Excelsior College Examinations

Does University of West Florida accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?

✅ University of West Florida accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to University of West Florida?

✅ University of West Florida is not test optional.

What is University of West Florida's acceptance rate?

✅ University of West Florida's acceptance rate is 53%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at University of West Florida?

🟨 University of West Florida may or may not offer early decision. The school has not provided any information on early decision including ED acceptance rates.

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