Find it all at the University of West Florida A Regional“BestCollegeSoutheastern” — The Princeton 2003-2022Review, #2 “Best Value College for Students with Autism” — BestValueSchools.com,2018-2021 #1 Florida public university in percentage of bachelor’s graduates employed or furthering education a year after graduation — Florida Board of Governors, 2022 #16 “Top Public SchoolsUniversitiesRegionalSouth” — U.S. News & World Report, 2022 Most Innovative among “Best Colleges in Florida” — Intelligent.com, 2021 Higher Education Excellence in Diversity Award — INSIGHT Into Diversity magazine, 2015, 2016, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021 Campus community. Outstanding programs. Affordable tuition. uwf.edu/Rankings
WestFL transfer@uwf.edu 850.474.2230UWF We know you’re chasing big dreams. At UWF, you’ll find a spirited community of learners empowering big thinkers like you to change the world. Experience personalized attention from faculty in highly ranked academic programs. Dig into first-year research opportunities. Enjoy campus resources designed to support your academic and personal success. A UWF education is affordable, with generous scholarship opportunities and tuition that hasn’t increased in more than seven years. Discover for yourself why students say UWF’s tight-knit community feels like home. uwf.edu 13,000+ STUDENTS 21:1 STUDENT-TEACHERRATIO 50% OF CLASSES HAVE FEWER THAN 20 STUDENTS
UWF grads get hired #1 UWF graduates are ready for their futures, and employers have taken note. For the second year in a row, UWF is ranked first among Florida public universities for recent graduates’ professional success: More than 72% of UWF bachelor’s graduates are employed or furthering their education one year after graduation.Learn more
Career prep focused on you UWF supports students’ professional success throughout their education and after graduation. Resources include: • Career and major exploration and coaching. • An online Career Readiness Module for new students. • Foundations for Academic Success, a one-credit-hour course designed to help as you explore options. • Access to thousands of experiential learning opportunities. • Career fairs and special events like Argos Meet the Pros. uwf.edu/Career Brittany Dyess, a UWF legal studies student, interns at The Watson Firm. JOB-READY By graduation, almost 50% of Argos have completed at least two high-impact practices, such as internships and online portfolios. uwf.edu/HIP UWF graduates turn their tassels at commencement.
FAFSA The Argo 30 Guarantee and many scholarships require the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). The Fall 2023 FAFSA opens Oct. 1, 2022. For the strongest aid consideration, complete it by Feb. 15, 2023. UWFStudentAid.govschoolcode: 003955 Students pose for graduation photos by a UWF spirit mural outside of the University Commons.
Quality you can afford If you’ve got what it takes to be an Argo, we’ll work with you to make tuition more affordable. To receive an offer of financial aid, complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). You are encouraged to complete the FAFSA regardless of Florida Bright Futures eligibility, other tuition coverage, and income. Some students even qualify for nonrepayable aid to help cover expenses beyond tuition. uwf.edu/FinancialAid
ARGO 30 GUARANTEE The Argo 30 Guarantee is UWF’s commitment to ensuring access to higher education. Incoming freshmen who are Florida residents, full-time, Pell Grant-eligible, and earning their first undergraduate degree can qualify for up to 30 credit hours of tuition coverage — meaning no out-of-pocket costs for fall and spring tuition. Eligible students must be admitted by April 1, 2023, to qualify. uwf.edu/Argo30
Florida Pell? Tuition. Covered.
Based on 2022-2023 costs for fall and spring semesters. Costs are subject to change. a30 credit hours of tuition and fees bShared Suite (Martin/Pace Halls: $2,900/semester) cArgo 10 plan: 10 meals/week + $300 Dining Dollars ($2,071/semester); other options available. ESTIMATED FIRST-YEAR COSTS BEFORE FINANCIAL AID RESIDENCE FLORIDA ALABAMA OUT OF STATE $/Credit Hour $212 $317 $642 Tuitiona $6,360 $9,510 $19,260 Housingb $5,800 $5,800 $5,800 Mealsc $4,142 $4,142 $4,142 Total Estimated Cost $16,302 $19,452 $29,202 89% FINANCIALRECEIVEAID 33% QUALIFY FOR PELL GRANTS $9.3M GIFT AID AWARDED $9,875 AVERAGE TOTAL OF GRANTS SCHOLARSHIPSAND FRESHMAN AID — 2021-2022
Students walk through UWF’s new Lab Sciences Annex. Freshman scholarships Admissions Academic Merit Scholarships Complete your application file with all required items by Dec. 1, 2022, to be considered for an Admissions Academic Merit Scholarship. UWF must receive your official test scores and Self-reported Student Academic Record (SSAR) by this date. Admissions Academic Merit Scholarships are awarded over four years. Foundation scholarships Through generous support from alumni, friends, corporations, foundations, and others, UWF is able to offer various Admissions Foundation Scholarship opportunities. These are offered only to students beginning in summer or fall and have an application deadline of June 1, 2023 HS GPAa SATb ACTc FLORIDA ALABAMA OUT OF STATE 4.00+ 1400+ 31+ $16,000 $16,000 $32,000 3.80-3.99 + 1260-1390 OR 27-30 $12,000 $12,000 $24,000 3.50-3.79 1160-1250 24-26 $8,000 $8,000 $8,000 aCumulative Weighted bSAT Total cACT Composite ACADEMIC MERIT SCHOLARSHIP CONSIDERATION Dec. 1 SCHOLARSHIP CONSIDERATIONPRIORITYDEADLINE uwf.edu/FreshmanScholarships
Eligibility does not guarantee an award. Admissions can award students with only one academic or full-ride scholarship; scholarships may not be combined. Pace
Each full-ride scholarship covers tuition, campus housing, a meal plan, and $800/semester for books. Pace and National Merit also include a one-time paid research or study abroad experience (up to $1,500).
NATIONAL MERIT FINALIST SCHOLARSHIP
Select Florida resident students will compete at the President’s Scholarship Competition. Scoring is based on an interview and essay. Qualifying students who meet the Dec. 1, 2022, scholarship priority consideration deadline will receive an invitation in December.
Presidential Scholarship benefits are covered in conjunction with Florida Bright Futures; students who do not receive Pace will maintain their original Admissions Academic Merit Scholarship. Students who have already earned a bachelor’s degree will not receive priority scholarship consideration. Some scholarships are renewable pending continued and verified eligibility, and others are one-time awards.
Incoming freshman National Merit Finalists qualify.
ARGO SPIRIT SCHOLARSHIP
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This competitive scholarship is for Pell-eligible, first-time-in-college Florida resident students who have shown strength of character, or “Argo Spirit,” by overcoming obstacles, fighting for something important, or making an impact while in high school. The application includes a written essay and video essay. Students must be admitted with a completed FAFSA and Argo Spirit Scholarship application by April 1, 2023.
Explore possibilities A UWF education is designed to propel you forward. Choose from 70+ academic programs with classes like Cyber War Gaming and Environmental Aspects of Urban Growth. Learn from expert faculty who take pride in supporting their students’ success. An education with endless possibilities leads to a future without limits. uwf.edu/Programs Get more than a degree Your university education should be the experience of a lifetime. Go beyond the status quo with opportunities like: • Undergraduate research your first year, whatever your major. • Study abroad programs, plus resources to help you prepare. • The Kugelman Honors Program, designed for ambitious students who love an intellectual challenge. • Industry and peer mentoring programs for one-on-one guidance and support. UWF is a Top Ten Military Friendly® School, offering Army and Air Force ROTC programs and a Military and Veterans Resource Center. uwf.edu/MVRC The appearance of U.S. Department of Defense visual information does not imply or constitute DoD endorsement. Need help choosing a major? Take a free assessment to discover your interests. uwf.edu/Focus2Career
UWF’s Usha Kundu, MD College of Health uses synthetic cadavers to offer hands-on lab experiences. Below: Students rehearse for “The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe” with an engineered puppet of Aslan the lion. The character was brought to life by theater and engineering students. TOP 10 AMONGMAJORSFRESHMEN 1. Nursing 2. General Business 3. Biomedical Sciences 4. Marine Biology 5. Computer Science 6. Biology 7. Mechanical Engineering 8. Psychology 9. Exercise Science 10. Cybersecurity — Fall 2022 admitted students
Every UWF student has the opportunity to build lifelong connections in the campus community. Find your fit in one of 130+ student organizations. Grow your leadership skills in student government. Cheer on the Argos at Pen Air Field. All along the way, Argos will be right there with you, helping you make the most of the Argo Life. uwf.edu/CampusLife Know what it means to belong STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS Meet other students who share your interests. Student organization types include: • Advocacy or service • Cultural or identity-based • Faith or belief-based • Honor society • Professional or academic • Fraternity or sorority • Special interest • Sport club Top: Society of Women Engineers members. Above: Students celebrate at a home game.
We build champions for life Anything we do, we do with everything we’ve got. That’s the Argo way. The Argonauts field eight women’s and seven men’s teams. Their spirit of “arete” (are-uh-tay) — Greek for excellence — has brought home 112 conference championships and 10 national championships. GoArgos.com 122 CHAMPIONSHIPS
Chat with students Learn about life at UWF and in Pensacola on the free ZeeMee app, where current students share their everyday experiences. Follow the University of West Florida community, and get your questions answered in the Ask A Current Student chat. There’s even an exclusive chat for admitted students. uwf.edu/ZeeMee UWF students celebrate the start of a new school year by visiting Pensacola Beach Park East. Jacksonville 5 hours Fort Lauderdale 9 hours Orlando 6 hours New Orleans 3 hours Birmingham 4 hours Atlanta 5 hours Nashville Charlotte A U.S. Top 20 “Safest Places to Live” — U.S. News & World Report, 2022 One of “America’s 100 Best Cities” — BestCities.org, 2022 Pensacola,Florida Pensacola is a celebrated midsize city in the coastal Southeast. The area is within driving distance of major cities and has a population of more than 500,000. — U.S. Census Bureau
Live where others vacation Downtown Pensacola as seen from Palafox Pier.
UWF is 30 minutes away from the sugar-white sands of Pensacola Beach, a Top 25 U.S. beach. — TripAdvisor, 2022 Beautiful beaches. A thriving historic downtown. In Pensacola, you’ll always be an idea away from your next adventure. Paddleboard with friends. Study on the beach. Discover new eats. Explore art and history museums managed by the University’s Historic Trust. Here, your college experience will be anything but boring.
Living on campus puts you in the center of the Argo Life, with conveniences you won’t find anywhere else. As a UWF resident, you’ll be steps away from classes, events, Chick-fil-A, and other eateries. You can even join a living-learning or themed community designed to support your interests and introduce you to other students. Our residence staff genuinely care about your success and are here to help you make a smooth transition to college life. uwf.edu/Housing Left: Inside a shared suite in Presidents Hall. Above: Students walk near the John C. Pace Library Coffee House. A campus home like no other UWF scholarships can be applied to on-campus housing. 1,600 ACRES 20+ MILES OF TRAILS CAMPUS FACTS
VISIT CAMPUS Choose an in-person or virtual tour to explore UWF’s modern facilities amid a beautiful landscape. uwf.edu/Visit
• StormReady. UWF has met rigorous standards to become a National Weather Service-designated StormReady University.
• Guardian App. On or off campus, your app provides rapid and proactive communication with UWF police, friends, and family.
The on-campus Edward Ball Nature Trail winds through Thompson Bayou.
UWF is designated as a “Tree Campus Higher Education” by the Arbor Day Foundation. The campus features a bayou, community garden, camellia garden, disc golf course, and cross country, hiking, and biking trails.
• University Police. UWF’s sworn police force conducts security checks daily on premises and provides a 24/7 safety escort service and on-call support to help ensure community safety.
A community looking out for you
• Counseling and Psychological Services. UWF offers counseling and therapy to help students manage, cope, and grow with the stress associated with school and life.
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3.5-4.2 averageweightedcumulativeGPA 1050-1220 total 21-27 composite Middle 50th percentile for Summer/Fall 2022 first-year students admitted full-time, July 2022. Freshman class snapshot NOV. 19 EXPLORE UWF! OPEN HOUSE When you’re choosing a college, nothing compares with experiencing its community firsthand. Don’t miss this on-campus open house in Pensacola. Registration info: MONTHLYuwf.edu/Explore ARGO VIRTUALINFOSESSIONS Learn all about academics, student life, Registrationfinancialscholarships,admissions,andaid.info: uwf.edu/ArgoInfoADMISSIONSEVENTS
Physical Education Physical Education/Teacher Education Health Sciences, B.S. Health Care Administration History, B.A. Human Resource Management, BSBA Humanities, Interdisciplinary, B.A. Arts Women’s,AdministrationGender,& Sexuality Studies Information Technology, B.S. Instructional Design & Technology, B.S. International Studies, B.A. Legal Studies, B.A. Management, BSBA Management Information Systems, BSBA
Marine Biology, B.S. Maritime Studies, B.A. Marketing, BSBA
SalesGlobalMarketingComprehensiveMarketingManagement Mathematics, B.S. Mathematics Teaching, B.A. Mechanical Engineering, BSME Music, B.M. Music Performance Music & an Outside Field, B.A.
Academic programs MAJORSUNDERGRADUATE Accounting, Art,Anthropology,BSBAB.A.B.A. Art StudioHistoryArt Arts, Fine, BFA GraphicArt Design Biology, B.S. General Biology Biology Teaching, B.A. Biomedical Sciences, B.S. Business, General, BSBA Chemistry, B.A. & Chemistry, B.S. ChemistryChemistry/BiochemistryChemistryTeaching Clinical Laboratory Sciences, B.S. MLT to MLS Communication, B.A. Computer Engineering, BSCE Computer Science, B.S. Construction Management, B.S. Criminal Justice, B.A. Cybersecurity, B.S. Earth & Space Science Teaching, EconomicsEconomics,B.A.B.A.(Business), BSBA Comprehensive Economics Global Economics Education, Elementary, B.A. Elementary CertificationEducation Education, Exceptional Student & Elementary, B.A. Exceptional Student & Elementary CertificationEducation Education, Music, BME Electrical Engineering, BSEE Engineering Technology, B.S. English, B.A. WritingLiterature
Environmental Science, B.S. Environmental Management Natural Science Exercise Science, B.S. Finance, BSBA General Studies, BGS Global Hospitality & Tourism, BSBA Global Hospitality & Tourism, B.S. Health & Physical Education, B.S. Fitness & Sport Coaching
Planning to attend med school one day? Find your path in biomedical sciences. Ranked Bachelor’s#1 in Legal Studies — Best Schools,Value2022 UWF’s markeranABET-accredited,engineering,andwithprograms,andcomputerengineering,computerscience,cybersecurityalongelectricalmechanicalareallinternationalofquality. The College of Business is AACSB-accredited, a distinction earned by only about 5% of business schools. Student art teams designed sculptures for the College of Education and Professional Studies courtyard in 2022.
Limited-access program. Accelerated bachelor’s to master’s option available. Available at UWF Emerald Coast. Students pursuing certain programs full-time will have to take classes periodically in Pensacola. Available online, some exclusively online. Not all states authorize online programs. Non-Florida residents will want to check their state’s acceptance of these programs. Students may need to complete some lower-division courses in person or at another institution whose accrediting agency is included on the list of approved accrediting agencies in the UWF Catalog. | B.A., Bachelor of Arts; BFA, Bachelor of Fine Arts; BGS, Bachelor of General Studies; B.M., Bachelor of Music; BME, Bachelor of Music Education; B.S., Bachelor of Science; BSBA, Bachelor of Science in Business Administration; BSCE, Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering; BSEE, Bachelor of Science in Engineering; BSME, Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering; BSN, Bachelor of Science in Nursing; BSW, Bachelor of Social Work.
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Nursing, BSN R.N./BSNBSN Philosophy, B.A. Physics, B.S. & Physics, B.A. Engineering Physics PhysicsPhysics Teaching Political Science, B.A. Political Pre-LawScience Psychology, B.A. Psychology, B.S. Public Health, B.S. Sciences, Interdisciplinary, B.S. Interdisciplinary Sciences Zoo Science Social Sciences, Interdisciplinary, B.A. Children & CommunitySocietyEducation
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PublicHistoryHistory Information Technology, M.S. Instructional Design & Performance Technology, M.Ed. International Affairs, M.A. Mathematical Sciences, M.S. Movement Sciences & Health, M.S.
Exercise Science Physical Education & Sports Performance Nursing, MSN Family Nurse Practitioner Nursing Education Nurse NursingExecutiveABMs
Limited-access program. Accelerated bachelor’s to master’s option available. Available at UWF Emerald Coast. Students pursuing certain programs full-time will have to take classes periodically in Pensacola. Available online, some exclusively online. Not all states authorize online programs. Non-Florida residents will want to check their state’s acceptance of these programs. Students may need to complete some lower-division courses in person or at another institution whose accrediting agency is included on the list of approved accrediting agencies provided in the UWF Catalog. | M.A.: Master of Arts; M.Acc.: Master of Accountancy; MBA: Master of Business Administration; M.Ed.: Master of Education; MHA: Master of Healthcare Administration; MPH: Master of Public Health; M.S.: Master of Science; MSA: Master of Science in Administration; MSN: Master of Science in Nursing; MSW: Master of Social Work; Ed.S.: Specialist in Education; Ed.D.: Doctor of Education; Ph.D.: Doctor of Philosophy.
Exceptional Student Education, M.A. Applied Behavioral Analysis
GRADUATE MASTER’S DEGREES Accountancy, M.Acc. Business Analysis & Reporting InformationAnalyticsTaxation Systems & Controls Administration, MSA Public Administration Anthropology, M.A. HistoricalAnthropologyArchaeology
ABM General Biology ABM Marine Biology ABM Business Administration, MBA MBA HospitalityFinanceEntrepreneurshipBusinessAviationAccountingGeneralEconomicsAnalytics&Tourism
Athletic Training, M.S. Biology, M.S. Biology (thesis) Biology Biomedical(non-thesis)Sciences
Elementary Education Comprehensive Middle Level Education Comprehensive Secondary Education Comprehensive Cybersecurity, M.S. Data Science, M.S. Educational Leadership, M.Ed. Engineering, M.S. English, M.A. Creative LiteratureWriting
Public Health, MPH Generalist MPH Global Health (GHLH) Health Promotion, Education & Behavior (HPEB)
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Curriculum & Instruction, Ed.D. Administration & Leadership Studies Curriculum & Assessment Instructional & Performance Technology, Ed.D. Intelligent Systems & Robotics, Ph.D.
Environmental Science, M.S. Environmental Science (thesis) Environmental Science (non-thesis) Environmental Science ABMs
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If you’re considering starting at another institution and then transferring to UWF, we encourage you to do two things: • Join a Transfer Pathway Program your first semester. The program helps you begin earning your UWF bachelor’s degree while pursuing your A.A. at a community or state college. You’ll receive personalized guidance and have guaranteed admission to UWF when you complete your A.A. uwf.edu/Pathways
• To maximize your first-year choices, apply anyway. When you complete your UWF application by the Dec. 1 scholarship priority consideration deadline and complete financial aid requirements by Feb. 15, you’ll position yourself for the best possible offer from UWF. This way, you’ll have a true comparison of UWF’s cost and value. uwf.edu/Apply Art displays in the stairwell of the John C. Pace Library.
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