University of West Alabama is a public 4-year college in Livingston, Alabama with 2,974 undergraduates. It admits 43% of applicants, costs an average of $11,531 a year after grants and graduates 35% of its students.
Figures from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, released October 15, 2026. What each number covers.
University of West Alabama acceptance rate and admissions
University of West Alabama admitted 43% of applicants for fall 2024, about 1 in 2. The median acceptance rate at 4-year colleges is 77%.
Test scores: Considered but not required (as reported for fall 2024 admission). That means you can apply without SAT or ACT scores. Check the admissions office for the current policy.
The colored band is the middle 50% of enrolled students in fall 2024 (reading and writing 440 to 560, math 420 to 560). The tick marks the typical 4-year college. Check how your scores fit.
University of West Alabama tuition, cost and net price
| Tuition and fees, in-state (2025-26) | $10,960 |
|---|---|
| Tuition and fees, out-of-state (2025-26) | $20,710 |
| On-campus housing and food (2025-26) | $9,938 |
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $22,639 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $11,531 |
Students who get federal aid pay an average of $11,531 a year after grants and scholarships, $11,108 less than the full cost of attendance. This figure covers in-state students.
What families pay, by income
Average yearly cost after grants for aided first-time students paying in-state tuition, by family income (2024-25):
Your own price depends on your family's full situation. Run University of West Alabama's net price calculator for a personal estimate, or make a "what it costs us" card.
University of West Alabama graduation rate, earnings and debt
- 35% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years (students who started in 2019).
- Former students earned a median of $47,856 a year, 10 years after they started (students who received federal aid and were working).
- Students who completed left with a median of $23,250 in federal student loans.
Earnings compared
Debt compared
Median debt is 49% of median earnings 10 years after entry. Many advisers suggest keeping total student debt below one year of expected pay. See the monthly payment.
University of West Alabama majors and what graduates earn
University of West Alabama awarded bachelor's degrees in 28 fields recently. The best-paid graduates four years out came from accounting ($58,218).
All 28 majors at University of West Alabama
Four-year earnings: graduates of 2017-18 and 2018-19, measured in 2022 and 2023, in 2024 dollars. Fields with few graduates have no published earnings.
Graduate programs at University of West Alabama
14 graduate programs awarded degrees recently. Largest first.
Show 14 graduate programs
| Program | Degree | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Teacher education by grade level | Master's | 487 | $56,128 | $27,333 |
| Business administration | Master's | 128 | $65,615 | $30,750 |
| Education leadership | Master's | 120 | $68,459 | $28,800 |
| Special education | Master's | 94 | $56,993 | $31,900 |
| Mental health counseling | Master's | 74 | n/a | $47,320 |
| School counseling and student services | Master's | 62 | $62,237 | $37,264 |
| Educational/Instructional Media Design | Master's | 57 | $59,502 | $23,782 |
| Teacher education by subject | Master's | 42 | $58,919 | $29,600 |
| Communication | Master's | 19 | n/a | n/a |
| Ecology and evolutionary biology | Master's | 16 | n/a | n/a |
| Education, Other | Doctoral | 12 | n/a | n/a |
| Kinesiology and exercise science | Master's | 11 | n/a | n/a |
| Research and experimental psychology | Master's | 1 | n/a | n/a |
| Allied health (PA, radiography, therapy and more) | Master's | 0 | n/a | n/a |
Trade and career programs at University of West Alabama
Certificate and associate programs in the trades we track. One-year earnings are for graduates of 2020-21 and 2021-22, four-year earnings for graduates of 2017-18 and 2018-19, both in 2024 dollars.
| Program | Credential | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Earnings 4 yrs after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Heavy equipment mechanic | Associate degree | 2 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
Students and location
- 2,974 degree-seeking undergraduates (fall 2024)
- 71% women, 29% men
- 19 students for every faculty member
- Setting: rural, remote
- Accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at University of West Alabama?
University of West Alabama admitted 43% of applicants for fall 2024, according to the U.S. Department of Education.
How much does University of West Alabama cost?
Tuition and fees for 2025-26 are $10,960 for in-state students and $20,710 for out-of-state students. After grants and scholarships, aided students paid an average net price of $11,531 a year in 2024-25.
What SAT score do you need for University of West Alabama?
The middle 50% of enrolled students scored 440 to 560 in reading and writing and 420 to 560 in math, and 16 to 21 on the ACT. Scores inside these ranges are typical for admitted students.
Is University of West Alabama test-optional?
For fall 2024 admission, University of West Alabama reported that test scores were: considered but not required. Policies change, so confirm with the admissions office.
What is the graduation rate at University of West Alabama?
35% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years.
How much do University of West Alabama graduates make?
Former students who received federal aid earned a median of $47,856 a year 10 years after they started, in 2024 dollars.
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Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard, data release of October 15, 2026. What each figure means and the year it covers.