Pensacola,
FL
Find Scholarships That Fit You
Want funding for college that doesn't need to be paid back? Explore College Confidential's new scholarship tool and search for scholarships that are tailored to you.
Saved to My Favorites.
View My Favorites
Media (1)
About UWF
University of West Florida is a public, state university in the suburb of Pensacola, Florida. UWF was founded in 1963. The university enrolls around 13,317 students a year, including 9,325 undergrad students.
UWF Acceptance Rate
It is moderately difficult to get into UWF. Around 53% of applicants get into UWF each year. In 2022, 4,573 out of 8,660 total applicants were accepted.
| University of West Florida Admissions Facts At-A-Glance | |
|---|---|
| Overall Acceptance Rate | 53% |
| Early Decision Acceptance Rate | Info Not Available |
| Early Action Acceptance Rate | EA not offered |
| Average GPA | 3.6 |
| Test Optional | May require tests |
| Applicants Submitting SAT scores | 57% |
Click below to find out more about the admissions requirements and deadlines, student life, academics, majors and more.
University of West Florida Community Forums
Save UWF To Your College List
Click the heart icon in the top left to save UWF to the list of schools you're interested in applying to.
Searching For Schools in Florida?
See a full list of colleges in Florida and save your favorites to your college list.
Tour University of West Florida
University of West Florida is located in the town of Pensacola, Florida,.
If you want to see UWF for yourself, plan a visit. The best way to reach campus is to take Interstate 10 to Pensacola, or book a flight to the nearest airport, Pensacola International.
You can also take a virtual campus tour to get a sense of what University of West Florida and Pensacola are like without leaving home.
College Info
UWF Application Deadline
First-Year Applications are Due
Jun 1
Transfer Applications are Due
Jun 1
The deadline for Fall first-year applications to UWF is Jun 1.
The deadline for Fall transfer applications to UWF is Jun 1.
Check the school website for more information about deadlines for specific programs or special admissions programs
UWF SAT Scores
Composite SAT Range
1020 - 1200
Math SAT Range
490 - 590
Reading SAT Range
520 - 620
UWF Tuition & Fees
Tuition & Fees
$21,161
In State$31,457
Out-of-State
Cost Breakdown
In State
Out-of-State
State Tuition
$5,088
$15,384
Fees
$2,041
$2,041
Housing
$12,432
$12,432
Books
$1,600
$1,600
Student Life
Wondering what life at UWF is like? There are approximately 13,317 students enrolled at UWF, including 9,325 undergraduate students and 3,992 graduate students. 67% percent of students attend school full-time, 89% percent are from FL and 11% percent of students are from other states.
67%
Full Time33%
Part Time89%
In State11%
Out-of-StateData Source: IPEDs and Peterson's Databases © 2022 Peterson's LLC All rights reserved
Quick Facts
Total Enrollment
13,317
Campus Setting
Suburban
Acceptance Rate
53%
Tuition and Fees
In State
$7,129
Out-of-State
$17,425
Fall Freshmen
Application Deadline
Jun 1
Find Your Scholarship
Want to find money for school that doesn’t need to be paid back? Access insights and advice on how to search and apply for scholarships!
Do You Work at a University?
Claim your page to customize your profile and connect with students!
Need Advice or Have a Question About UWF?
Connect with the world's largest college forum for candid, authentic discussion.