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University of West Alabama

Livingston, Alabama · Public

Avg Earnings (5yr)

$37,106

Acceptance Rate

87%

Graduation Rate

38%

Annual Tuition

$10,990

At a Glance

Total Students

2,666

Retention Rate

61%

Faculty Ratio

17

Financial Aid

64%

Median Debt

$24,944

Campus Setting

Rural

Institution Type

Public

Institution Overview

The University of West Alabama is a public institution with an acceptance rate of 87.1% and a student body of 2,666. The annual in-state tuition is $10,990. The university has a graduation rate of 38.2% and a retention rate of 60.8%. A majority of students receive financial aid, with 63.7% receiving assistance.

One year after graduation, the median earnings are $53,604, decreasing to $37,106 five years after graduation, and increasing to $44,232 ten years after graduation. The median debt for students is $24,944.

Generated from College Scorecard & IPEDS data

Earning Projection Over Time

$54k

1 YEAR

$37k

5 YEARS

$44k

10 YEARS

Top 80% in Earnings

Graduate Outcomes

One year after graduation, University of West Alabama alumni earn a median of $53,604. However, five years after graduation, median earnings decrease to $37,106. Ten years after graduation, median earnings increase to $44,232. The median debt for graduates is $24,944, and 63.7% of students receive financial aid.

The University of West Alabama has a relatively low graduation rate of 38.2% and a retention rate of 60.8%. The university has an acceptance rate of 87.1% and a total student population of 2,666. The in-state tuition is $10,990.

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Campus Location

Livingston, Alabama

Livingston, AL 35470

University of West Alabama is located in Livingston, Alabama. The campus is in a rural setting.

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Frequently Asked Questions

University of West Alabama has an acceptance rate of 87.1%.