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University of West Georgia
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Annual Tuition
$5,971
Average Sticker Price
Admission Rate
49.4%
Selectivity Level
Graduation Rate
43.0%
Completion Success
Median Earnings
$49,587
10y Career Outlook
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About Institution
University of West Georgia is a distinguished Public, 4-Year institution located in Carrollton, GA. With a competitive tuition profile of $5,971, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 43.0% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.
Admissions Intel
SAT Score Range
ACT Score Range
Acceptance Rate
49.4%
Investment Return
Estimated College ROI Analysis
Total 4-Year Cost
$23,884
Based on sticker tuition
Estimated Payback
1.2 yrs
Time to recoup investment
Annual Earnings Boost
+$19,587
vs. $30k HS diploma baseline
10-Year Net Gain
+$171,986
Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost
20-Year Net Gain
+$367,856
Long-term projected return on your education investment
Graduation Rate: 43%
Students who don't graduate may still carry debt without the full earnings benefit. Consider program-specific outcomes in the Career Paths section below.
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 Georgia is $23,970.
Student Community
Gender Balance
Ethnic Diversity
Security Audit
Incidents
15
Burglary
6
Theft
3
Assault
3
Robbery
1
Rape
1
Arson
1
Murder
0
Financial Outlook
Total Sticker Price
$5,971
Estimated cost before aid.
Net Price By Income
Debt & Financial Aid
Repayment measured in 2016–17; this federal measure was discontinued.
Grant Aid (IPEDS 2021)
* 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
76.0%
Success
43.0%
In-State Cost
$5,971
Age 25+ Students
14.2%
Carnegie Class
Doctoral/Professional
Working at 6yr
3,458 students
Security Benchmark
Campus vs. City Comparison (Per 100k)
Violent Offenses
PER 100KProperty Crimes
PER 100KStats sourced from institutional reports and municipal data. These rates provide a standardized baseline for comparing safety across different environments.