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University of West Florida

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Overview

Founded in 1963, the University of West Florida is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the small city of Pensacola (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), Florida. This institution also has a branch campus in Ft. Walton Beach. Officially accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges, University of West Florida (UWF) is a large-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 10,000-14,999 students) coeducational US higher education institution. University of West Florida (UWF) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor's degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 61-year-old US higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate range is 50-59% making this US higher education organization an averagely selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. UWF also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

University of West Florida's Control Typepublic

Entity

University of West Florida's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

University of West Florida' Size by Total Enrollmentlarge-sized

Selectivity

University of West Florida's Selectivity by Acceptance Rateaveragely selective

University Identity

Name
Acronym UWF
Founded 1963
Colours Blue and green
Mascot Argie the Argonaut
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University Location

Address 11000 University Parkway
Pensacola
32514-5750 Florida
United States
University of West Florida's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
University of West Florida Phone Number +1 (850) 474 2000
University of West Florida Fax Number +1 (850) 474 3360
Other locations Ft. Walton Beach

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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.


Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

The following University of West Florida's Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify University of West Florida's academic range and degree level offering.




Programs and Courses

Courses and Programs

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Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This University of West Florida's Tuition Fees Range Matrix is divided into 2 types of students, local and international students, and 2 degree levels, undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, and aims to help students to have an approximate idea of the yearly tuition range they might expect to pay at University of West Florida.

University of West Florida: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students
5,000-7,499 US$
(4,555-6,830 Euro)
7,500-9,999 US$
(6,830-9,110 Euro)
International
students
17,500-19,999 US$
(15,950-18,225 Euro)
20,000-24,999 US$
(18,225-22,780 Euro)

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Admissions

Introduction

Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.


Admission Information

uniRank publishes below some basic University of West Florida's admission information.

University of West Florida's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits Men and Women (coed).


University of West Florida's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Has University of West Florida a selective admission policy? Yes, based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

University of West Florida's acceptance rate range is 50-59% making this institution an averagely selective higher education institution.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

  • Secondary school GPA is required
  • Secondary school rank is recommended
  • Secondary school record is required
  • Completion of college-preparatory program is recommended
  • Recommendations are neither required nor recommended
  • Formal demonstration of competencies is neither required nor recommended
  • Admission test scores are required
  • TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) is required
  • Other Test (Wonderlic, WISC-III, etc.) is neither required nor recommended

Source: IPDES


University of West Florida's International Students Admission International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.


University of West Florida's Admission Office Admission Office

11000 University Parkway, Bldg. 18
Pensacola 32514
(850) 474 2230
800 263 1074

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Size and Profile

Introduction

University size and profile can be important factors to consider when choosing a university. Here are some potential reasons why University size and profile can affect students when choosing a university.


Size and Profile

uniRank publishes below some major size and profile indicators for University of West Florida.

University of West Florida's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

University of West Florida has an enrollment range of 10,000-14,999 students making it a large-sized institution.


University of West Florida's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution has a range of 300-399 academic employees (Faculty).


University of West Florida's Control Type Control Type

University of West Florida is a public higher education institution.


University of West Florida's Entity Type Entity Type

University of West Florida is a non-profit higher education institution.


University of West Florida's Campus Setting Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a Urban setting.


University of West Florida's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a Semesters type of academic calendar.


Religious Affiliation

University of West Florida does not have any religious affiliation.


Carnegie Classification

Introduction

The Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education is a framework for categorizing colleges and universities in the United States...


The classification was first created by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching in 1970, and it has been updated periodically since then. The Carnegie Classification is based on a set of criteria, such as the level and types of degrees offered, research activity and enrollment size. Institutions are classified into one of several categories based on these criteria, ranging from "doctoral universities" with very high research activity to "special focus institutions" that primarily award degrees in a specific field, such as the arts or health professions. The classification allows for quick comparisons between institutions within and across categories.

Carnegie Classification

uniRank provides below the official University of West Florida's Carnegie classification.

Basic Classification Master's Colleges & Universities: Larger Programs
Size & Setting Four-year, medium, primarily nonresidential institution
Enrollment Profile High undergraduate
Undergraduate Profile Four-year, medium full-time , selective, higher transfer-in institution
Undergraduate Instructional Program Professions plus arts & sciences, some graduate coexistence
Graduate Instructional Program Research Doctoral: Single program-Education

Facilities and Services

Introduction

What are the most common University facilities and services? Read our two guide articles about University Facilities and University Services to learn more.


University Facilities

uniRank provides below an overview of University of West Florida's main facilities:


University of West Florida's Library University Library

This institution has a physical Library. Visit University of West Florida's Library

The University of West Florida's library has 2 branches. The library collection is comprised of both physical (i.e. books, medium, etc.) and digital/electronic items. In 2021 the library reported 513,882 physical volumes, 57,832 physical media, 847,347 digital/electronic media and 169 licensed digital/electronic databases. The library is managed by a total number of 38 full-time employees, including 11 librarians. The University of West Florida's library has a total library expenditure greater than $100,000 per year. Source: IPDES.

University of West Florida's Housing University Housing

This institution provides housing services such as on-campus residences or dormitories.

In particular, the University of West Florida provides on-campus housing and the total dormitory capacity, whether on or off campus, was about 1,467 students in the 2021 academic year. Source: IPDES.

University of West Florida's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

This institution features sporting facilities and organizes sports activities for its students.



University Services

uniRank provides below an overview of University of West Florida's main services:


University of West Florida's Financial Aid Financial Aid

This institution offers one or more of the following financial aid for eligible students: scholarships, grants, loans, tuition waivers, emergency financial aid etc.

University of West Florida's Study Abroad Study Abroad

This institution offers study abroad and exchange program opportunities for its students.

University of West Florida's Distance Learning Distance Learning

This institution provides a distance learning mode for certain programs or courses.

In particular, this institution offers some programs fully via distance education at the undergraduate level and at the graduate level. Source: IPDES.

University of West Florida's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

This institution offers students academic guidance and support to assist them in their academic pursuits.

University of West Florida's Career Services Career Services

This institution offers career counseling, career assessments, job and internship postings, career events, alumni networking or other career-related services to assist students transition successfully from academic life to professional life.


Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.


University of West Florida's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

University of West Florida is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1969


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important University of West Florida's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • American Chemical Society
  • Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business
  • Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education
  • Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education
  • Computing Accreditation Commission of ABET
  • Council on Education for Public Health
  • Council on Social Work Education, Board of Accreditation
  • Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET
  • National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences
  • National Association of Schools of Music, Commission on Accreditation
  • National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education


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Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

University memberships and affiliations to external organizations can be important for several reasons... read our article about university affiliations and memberships to learn more.


Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important University of West Florida's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • State University System of Florida (SUSF)
  • American Association of State Colleges and Universities (AASCU)
  • National Athletic Association (NAA)
  • National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)

Academic Structure

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of fields of study and disciplines a University focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer academic divisions and a simplified organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.


Academic Structure

uniRank shows a structural diagram of the first-level academic divisions of the University of West Florida 's organizational structure; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.


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Social Media

Introduction

Social media can be a powerful tool for Universities to communicate with current students, alumni, faculty, staff and the wider community. But how can social media be important for prospective students? Read our article about the importance of Social Media for universities and prospective students to learn more.


Social Media

uniRank publishes brief reviews, rankings and metrics of some University of West Florida's social media channels as a starting point for comparison and an additional selection tool for potential applicants.


Facebook Facebook

University of West Florida's Facebook page University of West Florida's official Facebook page

Twitter X (Twitter)

University of West Florida's X (formerly Twitter) page University of West Florida's official Twitter page

YouTube YouTube

University of West Florida's YouTube channel University of West Florida's official YouTube channel

Instagram Instagram

University of West Florida's Instagram page University of West Florida's official Instagram channel

LinkedIn LinkedIn

University of West Florida's main LinkedIn profile

TikTok TikTok

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