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University of West Florida

Pensacola, FL·Public·9,042 students
Last updated: March 21, 2026

A good fit for families who need the lowest possible cost and in-state Florida residents. no major red flags in the data. a public school with 9,042 students.

57%
Accept
9,042
Students
$8,155
Net Price
62%
Grad Rate
$43,400
Earnings
10 yr
$13,000
Debt

About This School

University of West Florida is a public institution located in Pensacola, Florida with approximately 9,042 undergraduate students enrolled. University of West Florida has an open or accessible admissions process, with an acceptance rate of 57%. The average net price after financial aid is $8,155 per year. The graduation rate is 62%, and the typical graduate earns $43,400 within 10 years of enrollment.

The University of West Florida is a public university in Pensacola, Florida, United States. Established in 1963 as a member institution of the State University System of Florida, the University of West Florida is a comprehensive research university without faculties of law or medicine, a designated space-grant institution, and sits on the third largest campus in the State University System, at 1,600 acres (650 ha). The university's mascot is Argie the Argonaut and its logo is the chambered nautilus.

This is a solid, affordable option for students who want a real university experience without a crushing financial burden — at just $8,155/year average net price and a low median debt of $13,000 at graduation, the value proposition is genuinely strong. The 88% freshman retention rate suggests students are generally happy once they arrive, and the sprawling 1,600-acre Pensacola campus offers a true college environment. The main caution: a 62% graduation rate means a meaningful number of students don't finish, and median earnings of $43,400 a decade out are modest, so students should be intentional about choosing a program with clear career traction.

Founded
1963
Setting
Fringe rural

Popular Programs

Health Professions17%
Business & Marketing10%
Psychology6%
Biological Sciences6%
Computer Science5%
Engineering5%
Communications4%
Social Sciences4%

Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.

Notable Alumni

Kenneth CockrellBruce E. MelnickJan HooksJames BuchliBryan D. O'ConnorRichard N. RichardsAnna Paulina LunaJack Bergman

Source: Wikidata. Used for context only.

Admissions

SAT Scores

Average Composite1137
Reading 75th %ile630
Math 75th %ile600

ACT Scores

Midpoint Composite24

Cost & Financial Aid

In-State Tuition
$6,360
Out-of-State Tuition
$19,241
Avg Net Price
$8,155
after aid

Financial Aid

Students receiving Pell Grants33%
Median debt at graduation$13,000

Full Cost

After Graduation

Graduation Rate
62%
within 6 years
Retention Rate
88%
freshmen returning
Earnings (10 yr)
$43,400
after enrollment
Median Debt
$13,000
at graduation

Will This School Pay Off?

Median Debt
$13,000
at graduation
Earnings (6 yr)
$33,600
after enrollment
Earnings (10 yr)
$43,400
after enrollment
Earnings-to-Debt Ratio: 3.3x

Strong return. Graduates earn well above their debt load.

Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. These are means across all graduates, not specific to any major.

Student Body

White62%
Black10%
Hispanic/Latino11%
Asian3%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (9,042 undergraduates).

Contact & Location

Address

University of West Florida

11000 University Parkway

Pensacola, FL 32514-5750

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Sources & Methodology

Data

Primary data source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Accessed via automated sync. Latest values may come from different reporting years depending on the metric.

Contextual Enrichment

School overview from Wikipedia. Used for context only, not as a primary data source for admissions, cost, or outcomes claims.

Important Caveats
  • Earnings figures are institution-level averages, not major-specific.
  • Some metrics are based on Title IV financial aid recipients only.
  • Some values may be privacy-suppressed or rolled up by the Department of Education.
  • Contact the school directly for current admissions requirements and costs.
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