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Public, 4-Year
Pensacola, FL

University of West Florida

Explore one of the most distinguished institutions in FL. Your pathway to a brighter future begins here.

Annual Tuition

$6,360

Average Sticker Price

Admission Rate

56.9%

Selectivity Level

Graduation Rate

57.0%

Completion Success

Median Earnings

$49,137

10y Career Outlook

About Institution

University of West Florida is a distinguished Public, 4-Year institution located in Pensacola, FL. With a competitive tuition profile of $6,360, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 57.0% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.

Admissions Intel

SAT Score Range

Reading & Writing520 – 630
20025th–75th percentile800
Math500 – 600
20025th–75th percentile800

ACT Score Range

Composite20 – 27
125th–75th percentile36

Acceptance Rate

56.9%

Transfer-Out Rate5.5%

Investment Return

Estimated College ROI Analysis

Total 4-Year Cost

$25,440

Based on sticker tuition

Estimated Payback

1.3 yrs

Time to recoup investment

Annual Earnings Boost

+$19,137

vs. $30k HS diploma baseline

10-Year Net Gain

+$165,930

Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost

20-Year Net Gain

+$357,300

Long-term projected return on your education investment

ROI estimates use the BLS national median of $30,000/yr for high school diploma holders as a baseline. Actual results vary based on major, career path, location, and individual circumstances. Median graduate debt at University of West Florida is $16,624.

Student Community

Gender Balance

Women
Men
57.4%
42.6%
FemininityMasculinity

Ethnic Diversity

White
61.7%
Hispanic
11.3%
Black
10.2%
Two or more
6.3%
Unknown
4.6%
Asian
3.3%
International
2.0%
American Indian / Alaska Native
0.4%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
0.2%

Security Audit

Safety Rating: 3-Year Aggregate

Incidents

6

Burglary

1

Theft

2

Assault

0

Robbery

0

Rape

3

Arson

0

Murder

0

Financial Outlook

Total Sticker Price

$6,360

Estimated cost before aid.

Net Price By Income

$0 - $30k$3,367
$30k - $48k$5,208
$48k - $75k$8,264
$75k+$13,090

Debt & Financial Aid

Median Debt (grads)$16,624
Pell Grant Recipients32.6%
Using Federal Loans25.5%
Historical 3yr Loan Repayment53.5%

Repayment measured in 2016–17; this federal measure was discontinued.

Grant Aid (IPEDS 2021)

Avg. Total Grant Aid$9,315
Pell Grant Recipients33.0%

* Most students receive significant grants and scholarships, reducing the actual cost. Grant data from IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey.

Quick Overview

Faculty Ratio

N/A

Retention

87.6%

Success

57.0%

In-State Cost

$6,360

Age 25+ Students

26.1%

Carnegie Class

Master's: Larger

Working at 6yr

2,951 students

Security Benchmark

Campus vs. City Comparison (Per 100k)

Violent Offenses

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Pensacola (City-wide)0.0

Property Crimes

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Pensacola (City-wide)0.0

Stats sourced from institutional reports and municipal data. These rates provide a standardized baseline for comparing safety across different environments.

Living In Pensacola

Off-Campus Market Estimator

Current Fair Market Rents
🏠

Studio

$1,048

Monthly Average

🏢

1 Bedroom

$1,098

Monthly Average

🏘️

2 Bedrooms

$1,278

Monthly Average

🏢

3 Bedrooms

$

Monthly Average

Data provided by HUD Fair Market Rent (FMR). These estimates assist with financial planning for off-campus housing in the Pensacola metropolitan area.