About University of West Georgia
The University of West Georgia (UWG) is a fully accredited, comprehensive university of 13K students located on a beautiful, green, 2.6 km2 campus in the charming small city of Carrollton, which is 72km west of Atlanta, Georgia.
UWG offers more than 90 programs of study at the bachelor, masters and doctoral level. We also offer scholarships (tuition waivers) to academically qualified international students. These awards make us one of the most affordable study options in the U.S.!
In addition, we are able to evaluate most foreign credential transcripts for first-time Freshman applicants inhouse for free. This saves applicants time and money. If you qualify for a scholarship, we'll let you know with your acceptance letter!
Our students enjoy a safe, modern campus, small classes (18:1 avg.), and personal attention from highly qualified professors. Go West!
Students
Total Students
13,314
Faculty
Total Faculty
1,344
Student/Faculty Ratio
Tuition
Estimated Cost
$15,496
Admissions
Total Applicants
6,630
Admitted
55%
Enrolled
30%
Test Scores
SAT Math
440-530
SAT Reading
450-540
SAT Writing
Not Reported
ACT Composite
19-22
TOEFL
Required
IELTS
Required
Student Profiles
Tsedey Mekbib
When I first came to UWG I didn't know what to expect. Throughout my stay however, I came to learn so much. UWG offers way more than academics. Teach...
Student Profiles
Tsedey Mekbib
Biology
When I first came to UWG I didn't know what to expect. Throughout my stay however, I came to learn so much. UWG offers way more than academics. Teachers bring real world experiences to the classroom and advisors serve as great resources to help students in assessing their academic and social potentials. There are also many workshops where we can meet local professionals from different sectors.
If you're looking for a friendly place away from home, Go West!
Being a part of the International Student Club is a huge part of campus life. The club is an interactive community that hosts different fun activities and the members are more like a family. If you're looking for a friendly place away from home, Go West!
- Major: Biology
- Study Area: Biology/Life Sciences
- Graduation Year: 2013
- Home Country: Ethiopia
COVID-19 Update
Wherever you’re from, there is no doubt that you’ve heard about COVID-19, and that it has changed your life in a significant way. Colleges and universities all across the United States are making steps to adapt to the changes this virus has made and the threat it poses to international education.
West Georgia International Student Admissions & Programs has just rolled out a virtual chat box that is live on their website. This chat box will allow current and prospective students to chat with them in real-time during their normal operating hours vs. the time delay of email. Simply fill out the form above to find out more. We’ll make sure you get all the information you need.
Points of Pride
At the University of West Georgia, lives are transformed and students are constantly challenged to ask “what if” and to refuse to accept that possibilities are limited.
Points of Pride
The University of West Georgia at a glance:
- Georgia Ranking: The state’s sixth largest public university
- Educational Diversity: Six colleges and one school – Arts and Humanities, Honors College, Social Sciences, Education, Science and Mathematics, Tanner Health System School of Nursing, Richards College of Business
- Total Enrollment: Record 13,733 in fall 2018
- Degree Programs: 87 fields of study, including bachelor’s, master’s, specialist and doctoral programs as well as post-baccalaureate and post-master’s certificates
- Student Success: Record incoming average freshman GPA of 3.2 in fall 2018; record 2,659 degrees conferred in 2017-2018 academic year; record four-year and five-year institutional graduation rates
- Geographic Reach: Students from 38 states and 73 countries
- Student Involvement: More than 150 student organizations
School Values
The institutional mission and daily operation of the University of West Georgia are guided by values that support a vision to be the best place to work, learn, and succeed.
School Values
The value of achievement is evident in the school's commitment to the academic and social success of students, staff, and faculty.
The value of collaboration is evident in UWG's commitment to shared governance, teamwork, and a cooperative spirit that shapes interactions with students, staff, and faculty, and the community.
The value of inclusiveness is evident in a commitment to celebrating diversity, collaborative spirit, and creating a welcoming campus that is emotionally and physically safe for all.
The value of innovation is evident in a commitment to fostering a learning atmosphere in which new methods and ideas consistent with UWG's vision and mission are respected and rewarded.
The value of integrity is evident in the university's commitment to rigorous ethical standards in the classrooms and offices, in conduct toward each other, and in service to community.
Campus Life
With over 150 student organizations in 11 different categories, students are sure to find an organization to get involved in at the University of West Georgia.
Campus Life
The Center for Student Involvement at UWG aspires to actively engage every student in the University and greater community. It is designed to enhance the student experience and provide leadership development through a variety of programs, activities, and services, which contribute to the vibrancy of campus life.
Students can partake in one or several of 150+ organizations, sign up for intramural or rec sports programs, volunteer, or go Greek at one of the UWG's fraternities or sororities. There is something for every student.
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