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The University of West Alabama

Livingston, AL 4-Year Public
Acceptance Rate86%

The University of West Alabama Admissions

The acceptance rate at The University of West Alabama is 86%. Out of 1,391 applications received in 2023, 1,192 students were offered admission.

If you are applying to The University of West Alabama, the regular decision application deadline is August 10 and the fee for the application is $30.

Students who submit their applications to The University of West Alabama for fall should anticipate a decision by September 1.

The University of West Alabama Admissions Stats at a Glance

Here's an overiew of some of The University of West Alabama's admissions stats.

The University of West Alabama 2023 Admissions Statistics
Admissions Test Policy Not optional
Applicants Who Submit ACTs 82.6%
Waitlist No

The University of West Alabama Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for The University of West Alabama.

Application Type Offered Application Deadline Notification Deadline
Early Decision I Info Not Available
Early Decision II
Early Action No
Regular Decision Yes 8 10 September 1

Considering Applying Early to The University of West Alabama?


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

➡️ See a list of some selective colleges that accept significantly more applicants during early decision or early action than during regular admission.


More on The University of West Alabama Admissions


Transferring to The University of West Alabama

For more information on transferring to The University of West Alabama, contact the school directly.

For Students Waitlisted to The University of West Alabama

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

What's Most Important for Getting Into The University of West Alabama?

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 are 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 apply to colleges that prioritize the admissions factors where you shine.

Admissions Factors at The University of West Alabama

Curious about the factors that are considered by The University of West Alabama 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
Academic GPA Very Important
Rigor of Secondary School Record Very Important

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

The University of West Alabama Application Requirements

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

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

GPA and Testing


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

The University of West Alabama has not provided an information about GPAs of accepted students. Any questions regarding applicant expectations should be addressed directly with the school.

About GPAs

Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that highlights 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

The University of West Alabama 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. 82.6% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

To be most competitive at The University of West Alabama, you should strive to earn between 15 and 21 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 21 means you fall in the 75th percentile for The University of West Alabama's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 21, and three out of four students scored lower than 21 on the ACT.

A 15 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for The University of West Alabama students. Only one out of every four students scored below 15.

More Information on Transferring to The University of West Alabama

Transfer applications are processed on a on a rolling basis as they are received.

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

• Fall Term

• Winter Term

• Spring Term

• Winter Term

• Summer Term


The University of West Alabama Admissions FAQs


Can I defer my acceptance to The University of West Alabama?

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

Does The University of West Alabama accept transfer credits?

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

• CLEP subject tests

Do I have to submit test scores to The University of West Alabama?

✅ The University of West Alabama is not test optional.

What is The University of West Alabama's acceptance rate?

✅ The acceptance rate for The University of West Alabama is 86%.

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

🟨 The University of West Alabama 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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The University of West Alabama Admissions Requirements

Admission Difficulty

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86%

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The University of West Alabama Application Deadline

First-Year Applications are Due

Aug 10

Transfer Applications are Due

Continuous processing

The deadline for Fall first-year applications to The University of West Alabama is Aug 10.

The deadline for Fall transfer applications to The University of West Alabama is Continuous processing.

Check the school website for more information about deadlines for specific programs or special admissions programs

The University of West Alabama SAT Scores

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Composite SAT Range

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Math SAT Range

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Reading SAT Range

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The University of West Alabama GPA

Avg. High School GPA (non-weighted)

Not available

Data Source: IPEDs and Peterson's Databases © 2022 Peterson's LLC All rights reserved

Quick Facts

Total Enrollment

5,594

Campus Setting

Small Town

Acceptance Rate

86%

Tuition and Fees

In State

$10,990

Out-of-State

$20,090

Fall Freshmen
Application Deadline

Aug 10
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