University of West Georgia

University of West Georgia is moderately difficult to get into. The university admitted 80% of all applicants in 2022. Out of 4,772 applications received in 2023, 3,832 students were offered admission.

If you are thinking about applying to University of West Georgia, the deadline for Fall 2024 admissions is 6/1 and the application fee costs $40.

Students who submit their applications to University of West Georgia for fall should anticipate a decision by September 1.

University of West Georgia Admissions Stats at a Glance

Here is an overiew of some of University of West Georgia's admissions stats.

University of West Georgia 2023	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	3.4
Mean SAT Score	1035
Admissions Test Policy	Not optional
Applicants Who Submit SATs	58.5%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs	36.45%
Waitlist	No

University of West Georgia Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for University of West Georgia.

Application Type	Offered	Application Deadline	Notification Deadline
Early Decision I	No	–	–
Early Decision II	–	–	–
Early Action	No	–	–
Regular Decision	Yes	6 1	September 1

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Considering Applying Early to University of West Georgia?

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University of West Georgia does not offer early decision or early action.

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More on University of West Georgia Admissions

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Transferring to University of West Georgia

Transfer student admissions is moderately difficult.

For Students Waitlisted to University of West Georgia

University of West Georgia has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What Does University of West Georgia Look For in an Applicant?

Colleges consider a range of factors when determining who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college determines which factors are given the most weight when choose which applicants to admit, and which to deny. When assembling your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengths and any possible weaknesses in your application, and apply to colleges that prioritize the admissions factors where you're strong.

Admissions Factors at University of West Georgia

Wondering what factors are considered by University of West Georgia during the admissions process? Take a look at the list below to see which factors are most important during the admissions process.

Admissions Factor	Level
Standardized Test Scores	Very Important
Academic GPA	Very Important

Make sure to check with University of West Georgia for more information on admission factors.

University of West Georgia Application Requirements

To apply to University of West Georgia, all applicants must submit the following items. Double check with University of West Georgia's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area	Required	Recommended	Required for Some	Details (If Any)
Transcript(S) of College Record	–	–	–	–
Transcript of High School Record	–	–	√	–
Other Requirements	√	–	–	proof of immunization
Minimum High School GPA (On 4.0 Scale)	2.5	–	–	–

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GPA and Testing

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What GPA Do I Need To Get Into University of West Georgia?

Students admitted to University of West Georgia have an average unweighted GPA of 3.4. University of West Georgia considers weighted GPA scores from incomging students.

About GPAs

Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that highlights your high school academic performance. A weighted GPA or an unweighted GPA are the two possible GPA scores considered by colleges.

An unweighted GPA is an average of your scores from each class on a four-point scale. Unweighted GPAs range from 4.0 to under 1.0. A weighted GPA considers your average grade and the difficulty of your classes. A weighted GPA boosts your average by adding extra points for honors or Advanced Placement courses.

Standardized Test Scores

University of West Georgia does not have a test optional admissions policy. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

In 2022, 58.5% of University of West Georgia's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 36.45% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

What is a Good SAT Score for University of West Georgia?

To be competitive with other University of West Georgia applicants, you should strive to earn between 950 and 1120 (or higher!) on the SAT. At University of West Georgia 25% of admitted students scored higher than 1120 and 25% of scored lower than 950, but the majority of students scored somewhere in between these two numbers.The mean composite SAT score for a University of West Georgia student is 1035.

On the SAT Math Section, 25% of University of West Georgia students scored 550 or higher and 75% of students scored 480 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of University of West Georgia students scored 590 or higher, and 75% scored a 480 or higher.

To be most competitive at University of West Georgia, you should strive to earn between 17 and 22 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 22 means you fall in the 75th percentile for University of West Georgia's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 22, and three out of four students scored lower than 22 on the ACT.

A 17 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for University of West Georgia students. Only one out of every four students scored below 17.

More Information on Transferring to University of West Georgia

For transfer students, it is moderately difficult to get admitted to University of West Georgia.

Transfer students can enroll in University of West Georgia during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Winter Term

• Spring Term

• Winter Term

• Summer Term

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University of West Georgia Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to University of West Georgia?

✅ Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to University of West Georgia.

Does University of West Georgia accept transfer credits?

✅ University of West Georgia accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. University of West Georgia accepts:

• CLEP subject tests • DSST/DANTES • Life Long Learning Credit

Does University of West Georgia accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?

✅ University of West Georgia accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to University of West Georgia?

✅ University of West Georgia is not test optional.

What is University of West Georgia's acceptance rate?

✅ University of West Georgia's acceptance rate is 80%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at University of West Georgia?

❌ University of West Georgia does not offer early decision.

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