Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
56.87%
SAT Average
1,137
ACT Range
20-27
University of West Florida Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 56.87%. This means approximately 569 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 9,042 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
56.87%
Current trend marker with historical import pending
Tuition, Net Price and Aid
| Metric | School value | Context | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accreditation | Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges | Institutional accreditor where reported | Verify |
| In-state tuition | $6,360 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $19,241 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $18,504 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $8,155 | State avg: $19,834. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 32.55% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 25.50% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does University of West Florida Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$19,241
Room and board
$12,432
Books and supplies
$1,600
Other expenses
$3,024
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$18,504
Average net price
$8,155
Average aid coverage
56%
$10,349 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at University of West Florida pays approximately $8,155 per year after grants and aid. This is below the Florida average of $19,834 and below the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is University of West Florida?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to Florida and national averages.
University of West Florida net price
$8,155
Florida average
$19,834
National average
$17,506
University of West Florida Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $19,241 and average net price at $8,155. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$19,241
Current net price
$8,155
Current-year comparison is shown now; historical bars will replace this fallback once multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Student Outcomes
Completion Rate (150% Time)
61.76%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$49,137
Undergraduates
9,042
10-Year Median Earnings - University of West Florida vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
University of West Florida graduates earn about 1.1x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends University of West Florida?
Undergraduates
9,042
Completion rate
61.76%
Above national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
32.55%
Below national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
25.50%
Below national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 32.55% of University of West Florida students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 25.50% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at University of West Florida
Select a family income bracket to see the average net price students in that range paid. Data comes from College Scorecard income-bracket averages when available.
Estimated net price for :
This estimate is based on College Scorecard averages for students in this income range who received federal aid. Actual amounts vary. Use University of West Florida's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
University of West Florida lists Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges as its accreditor in the local dataset. Institutional accreditation is an important trust signal and can affect federal financial aid eligibility. Accreditation means an external agency has reviewed academic quality and institutional standards, which helps families verify whether federal aid pathways such as Pell grants and federal loans may apply.
Visit AccreditorCampus and Location
University of West Florida is listed at 11000 University Parkway, Pensacola, FL 32514-5750. Accreditor: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.
Compare Schools
Compare University of West Florida with nationally comparable peer institutions across acceptance rate, tuition, net price and 10-year earnings. Click any school name to open its full profile.
| School | Accept. rate | Out-of-state tuition | Avg net price | 10-yr earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of West Florida | 56.87% | $19,241 | $8,155 | $49,137 |
| Miami Ad School | Not available | $19,400 | Not available | $106,192 |
| West Coast University-Miami | Not available | $23,691 | $38,218 | $102,672 |
| Chamberlain University-Florida | 100.00% | $19,686 | $29,539 | $92,405 |
| Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Daytona Beach | 66.28% | $42,304 | $40,289 | $84,131 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is University of West Florida's acceptance rate?
University of West Florida's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 56.87%.
How much is University of West Florida tuition?
University of West Florida's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $19,241.
What is University of West Florida's average net price?
University of West Florida's average net price in the local dataset is $8,155.
What is University of West Florida's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $49,137 for University of West Florida.
Is University of West Florida accredited?
University of West Florida's accreditor in the local dataset is Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.
How many students attend University of West Florida?
The local dataset lists 9,042 undergraduate students at University of West Florida.
What percentage of University of West Florida students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for University of West Florida in the local dataset is 32.55%.
What is the federal loan rate at University of West Florida?
The federal loan rate for University of West Florida in the local dataset is 25.50%.
Where should I verify University of West Florida data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with University of West Florida or the latest official federal education data.