University of West Georgia (UWG)

(Carrollton, GA)

At the University of West Georgia, we’re not bound by tradition. When everyone else is going east, we go west – to a world of unfettered opportunity. We are blazing trails to new possibilities for scholarly achievement, creative expression and service to humanity. Every day, our students and faculty prove that amazing things happen when you Go West.

Admissions

56.3%
of Applicants Admitted

GPA

Avg GPA of incoming frosh: 4

Regular Decision: November 15, 2011
Offers Rolling Admission

SAT Required

TOEFL Required for intl students

Cost

$17,748
Annual tuition, fees, books, supplies, room and board

In-State Tuition: $3,296
Out-of-State Tuition: $9,284
Room and Board: $3,584
Books & Supplies: $500

Will I Like It

9,707
number of undergraduates

Private Non-Profit
Setting: Town
Religious Affiliation: No affiliation
62% Women

Areas of Study

Business & Economics

Economics, Finance, International Business, Management, Marketing, Real Estate

Education

Education Administration, Teaching

Engineering

Computer Science

Health & Medicine

Nursing, Pre-Med

Humanities

English Language & Literature, Foreign Languages, History

Journalism & Communication

Communications

Music

General Music & Theory

Performing Arts

Drama & Theatre

Philosophy & Religion

Philosophy

Politics & Law

Criminology, Political Science & Government

Public Service

Parks & Recreation, Public Administration

Science & Math

Biology, Chemistry, Earth Sciences, Environmental Science, Math, Physics

Social Sciences

Anthropology, International Relations, Psychology, Sociology

Visual Arts & Design

Art, Drawing, Graphic Design, Painting, Photography

Extra Curriculars

Books, Chess, Comedy, Computers, Drama, College Democrats, College Republicans, Color Guard, Computer Club, DECA - Distributive Education Clubs of America, Languages, Marching Band, Ensemble, Medicine, FBLA - Future Business Leaders of America Clubs, Piano, Poetry, Politics, Foreign Language Club, French Club, Student Council, German Club, Theatre, Video Games, Glee Club, Gospel Choir, HOSA - Health Occupation Students of America, Improv Group, Investment Club, Junior Achievement, Math Club, Model United Nations, NAHS - National Art Honors Society, Orchestra, Poetry Society, Science Club, Science Olympiad, Spanish Club, Student Government & Council, Students for a Free Tibet, Thespian Society, Young Democrats

Long Description

U of West Georgia, founded in 1906 as a coeducational institution, is a public university. Programs are offered through the Colleges of Arts and Sciences, Business, and Education, and the Graduate School. Its 393-acre campus is located in Carrollton.

Mailing Address

1601 Maple St.
Carrollton, GA 30118-0001

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