Admissions Details
- Acceptance Rate
- 48.0%
- Average SAT
- 1,140
- SAT Range (25th–75th)
- 1,050–1,230
- ACT Composite (avg)
- 24
- Total Enrollment
- 9,042
Admissions Overview
University of West Florida is moderately selective with a 48% acceptance rate. About half of applicants get in, making admission competitive but achievable for solid students. The middle 50% of admitted students score between 1050-1230 on the SAT and average a 24 on the ACT. These scores reflect the university's focus on attracting capable students who can handle rigorous coursework in business, education, and marine sciences. UWF looks for students who value hands-on learning and want strong connections with faculty. The 22:1 student-faculty ratio means professors know their students personally. The school seeks motivated learners who appreciate smaller class sizes and practical experience in their chosen fields.