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About University of West Florida

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University of West Florida is a public university in Pensacola, FL, known for its health sciences focus, masters level programs, and selective admissions. With an acceptance rate of 48%, UWF is moderately selective, typically enrolling around 1,183 students each year. Admitted students typically score between 990–1190 on the SAT and 19–26 on the ACT. UWF offers merit scholarships regardless of financial need, with awards averaging $10,057 per year; the sticker price of $33,826 may look very different from what your family actually pays.

Admissions

University of West Florida acceptance rate and admitted student profile

moderately selective

48%
Overall Accept Rate
3.50
Typical Admitted GPA
1090
Median Admitted SAT
SATSubmitted score range: 990 – 1190

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Application Strategy

Strategy tips for applying to University of West Florida

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Application Strategy
In your application, name the specific UWF college or program you are targeting, whether that is the Hal Marcus College of Science and Engineering, the College of Business, or another department, because showing you have researched UWF beyond its general reputation makes your application stand out at a school with a 48 percent acceptance rate.
Essay Strategy
UWF rates essays as moderately important, so use your personal statement to connect your academic or career goals to specific resources at UWF, such as its coastal and marine science programs, the Center for Cybersecurity, or its strong ties to the Pensacola military and aerospace community.

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Financial Aid & Cost

What University of West Florida actually costs your family

Average net prices by income bracket from College Scorecard data.

Family IncomeSticker PriceEst. Net Cost / yr
0-30k~$34k/yr$4.8k
30k-48k~$34k/yr$6.5k
48k-75k~$34k/yr$8.1k
75k-110k~$34k/yr$12.5k
110k+~$34k/yr$16.6k

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Outcomes & Campus

Student outcomes and campus profile

62%
6-Year Graduation Rate
$42k
Median Earnings (6 yrs)
20:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
8,079
Undergrad Enrollment
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