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AT THE UNIVERSITY OF WEST FLORIDA
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 over a decade.
Discover for yourself why students say UWF’s personable, tight-knit community feels like home.
A “Best Regional College - South”
— The Princeton Review, 2003-2024
Higher Education Excellence in Diversity Award — INSIGHT Into Diversity magazine, 2015-2016, 2018-2023
A “Top Public School - Regional Universities South”
— U.S. News & World Report, 2020-2024
#2 “Best Value College for Students With Autism”
— BestValue Schools.org, 2024
A Top 10 Military Friendly® School
— Military Friendly® , 2024-2025
Get more than a degree
Get results. Your university education should be the experience of a lifetime and support your success. 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.
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.
• Access to thousands of experiential learning opportunities.
• Career fairs and special events like Argos Meet the Pros. uwf.edu/Career
CAREER-READY By graduation, more than 60% of Argos have completed at least two high-impact practices like internships and study abroad. uwf.edu/HIP
UWF is a place where you can turn your dreams about anything into reality with the help from support staff and mentors in every aspect of your life on campus.
UWF provided me the foundation to build a family far away from home (New Orleans) and make lifetime friendships and a vast network of connections, whether it be friendships, job opportunities or internships.”
Darien Gilbert Economics ’25 Argo Spirit Scholar
$53,000
MEDIAN WAGES ONE YEAR AFTER GRADUATION
UWF bachelor’s graduates employed full-time
— UWF 2024 Accountability Plan
UWF has given me amazing memories, lasting friendships, and countless opportunities to achieve my academic goals.”
Adell Roebuck Communication, ’24
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, like transportation and supplies.
uwf.edu/FinancialAid
FIRST-YEAR COSTS BEFORE FINANCIAL AID
$9,339 AVERAGE TOTAL OF GRANTS AND SCHOLARSHIPS — 2023-2024
FAFSA
The Argo 30 Guarantee and many scholarships require the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). The 2025-2026 FAFSA is scheduled to open Oct. 1, 2024. For the strongest aid consideration, complete the FAFSA and any verification requirements by Feb. 15, 2025. StudentAid.gov UWF school code: 003955
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 Granteligible, and earning their first undergraduate degree can qualify for up to 30 credit hours of tuition coverage—meaning no out-ofpocket costs for fall and spring tuition.
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Freshman scholarships
Complete your application file with all required items by Dec. 1, 2024, 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.
Dec. 1
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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, 2025
$50,000+ VALUE
Full-ride scholarships
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).
PACE PRESIDENTIAL 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, 2024, scholarship priority consideration deadline will receive an invitation in December.
NATIONAL MERIT FINALIST SCHOLARSHIP
Incoming freshman National Merit Finalists qualify.
ARGO SPIRIT SCHOLARSHIP
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 March 1, 2025
*Eligibility does not guarantee an award. Admissions can award students only one academic merit or full-ride scholarship; scholarships may not be combined. Academic Merit Scholarship amounts listed reflect four-year cumulative maximum awards. Pace Presidential Scholarship benefits are covered in conjunction with Florida Bright Futures; students who do not receive the Pace Presidential Scholarship 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, verified eligibility; others are one-time awards.
Being a scholarship recipient means I will be able to treat college more like an adventure rather than a financial burden, and for that, I am very thankful and excited. I desired to go to a small school that has more nature than concrete. I like how closely UWF is affiliated with Historic Pensacola and will take advantage of this as I plan for a career in archaeology and museum conservation.”
Alana Davis
Chemistry and Studio Art ’27 2023 National Merit Finalist
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
Top 10 majors
1. Nursing (Pre-BSN)
2. General Business
3. Biomedical Sciences
4. Psychology
5. Marine Biology
6. Biology
7. Exercise Science
8. Mechanical Engineering
9. Computer Science
10. Criminal Justice
Most popular majors among Summer/Fall 2024 admitted freshmen
UNDECIDED? Take a free assessment to discover your interests and match your goals to a UWF degree plan. uwf.edu/Focus2Career
ACADEMIC PROGRAMS
22:1 STUDENTTEACHER RATIO
BIG CHALLENGES, BIG THINKING
Opportunities abound for Argos ready to pursue their passions. In April 2024, students from UWF’s Hal Marcus College of Science and Engineering, co-led by Sharon Zubler and Matthew Arellano, won the Ingenuity Award at the 30th NASA Human Exploration Rover Challenge for their creative design and problem-solving in developing a lunar-type terrain vehicle. uwf.edu/Ingenuity
Learning isn’t something you just do in the classroom—it’s a lifestyle. This competition encouraged and forced us to learn new skills, practice new techniques, and communicate as professional engineers in high-stress environments.”
Matthew Arellano Mechanical Engineering ’24
Know what it means to belong
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 PenAir Field. All along the way, Argos will be right there with you, helping you make the most of the Argo Life. uwf.edu/CampusLife
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
14,000+ STUDENTS + 101K ALUMNI
Homecoming Court is presented at Cannon Fest in October 2023. Top: Fraternity members celebrate at a tailgate.
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 123 conference championships and 10 national championships.
GoArgos.com
Live where others vacation
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.
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
Chat with UWF 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
Students celebrate Argo Arrival Beach Bash at Pensacola Beach Park East. Top: Downtown Pensacola viewed from Palafox Pier. Bottom: Ethan Middleton (’24) tours a music practice space at the Center for Fine and Performing Arts.
PENSACOLA, FLORIDA
#4 Among “Safest Places to Live” in the U.S.
— U.S. News & World Report, 2024
One of “America’s Best Cities” — WorldsBestCities.com, 2024
DRIVING DISTANCES FROM CAMPUS
UWF is 30 minutes from the sugar-white sands of Pensacola Beach, a Top 25 U.S. beach.
— TripAdvisor, 2024
A campus as unique as you
It’s no wonder UWF was named one of Niche’s 2024 “Best College Campuses in Florida” and earned “Tree Campus Higher Education” designation from the Arbor Day Foundation. The Pensacola campus features modern facilities amid a beautiful landscape featuring a bayou, a community garden, trails, and even a newly planted “Moon Tree” from NASA’s Artemis 1 mission. Discover for yourself the serenity and adventure of having an outdoor playground just steps away from classes. uwf.edu/Visit
CAMPUS FACTS
1,600 ACRES
20+ MILES OF TRAILS
Tour campus!
Explore UWF with an in-person or virtual tour. uwf.edu/CampusTour
Above: An aerial view of campus overlooks the Conecuh and Escambia Rivers.
Right: Students Brooke Ryan, Diana Bernau, and Timothy Thai walk the Edward Ball Nature Trail boardwalk over Thompson Bayou. Below: Azaleas bloom on campus in the spring.
ARGOS SAY ...
“UWF is a medium-sized campus with big-school activities and professors that want to support their students.”
Brooke Ryan Music and Psychology, ’25
“I chose UWF because of the supportive student body and opportunities to get involved on campus.”
Diana Bernau Communication, ’25
“The beautiful campus, disc golf course, and nature trail are part of what makes UWF special.”
Timothy Thai Mechanical Engineering, ’27
A campus home like no other
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, the library, events, Chick-fil-A, and other eateries. Get to know your neighbors by participating in your community council or attending special events like Late Night Breakfast. Our residence staff genuinely care about your success and are here to help you make a smooth transition to college life.
uwf.edu/Housing
A student relaxes in a Heritage Hall bedroom. Top right: Counseling staff welcome UWF mascot Argie. Bottom right: Presidents Hall.
A community looking out for you
• 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.
• StormReady. UWF has met rigorous standards to become a National Weather Service-designated StormReady University.
• Guardian App. On or off campus, the app provides rapid and proactive communication with UWF police, friends, and family.
• Counseling and Psychological Services. UWF offers therapy services to help students manage, cope, and grow with the stress associated with school and life.
UWF scholarships can be applied to on-campus housing.
Applying simplified
We know your high school academic achievements say a lot about your ability to succeed in college. That’s why there’s no essay, résumé, or recommendation letter required to apply. Once you submit your application, you’ll receive a checklist of items needed to complete your application file, including:
• Official ACT, SAT, or CLT scores.
• Self-reported Student Academic Record (SSAR), which you create from your school transcript and connect to your UWF application. uwf.edu/Apply | uwf.edu/ApplicationResources
APPLICATION TIMELINE
Important dates: uwf.edu/Deadlines
AUGUST APPLICATIONS OPEN
Start early to allow time to send test scores and academic records.
OCT. 15
DECISIONS BEGIN
Oct. 15 is the earliest possible Fall 2025 admission date for high school seniors. After this date, decisions typically take two weeks.
DEC. 1
SCHOLARSHIP DEADLINE
You must complete your application file with all required items received by this scholarship priority consideration deadline in order to be considered for an
APP TIP
Even if you’re earning college credit in high school, you should still use UWF’s freshman application for admissions consideration.
admissions merit scholarship. Test scores received after this date won’t affect academic merit-based scholarship consideration but can positively influence an admissions decision.
APRIL 1
APPLICATION DEADLINE
The Fall 2025 freshman application closes. UWF must have received all required application items by this date to consider you for admission.
MAY 1
CONFIRMATION DEADLINE
If you have been admitted or offered a scholarship, be sure to confirm by this date.
ADMISSIONS EVENTS
FALL: NOV. 16 | SPRING: APRIL 12
EXPLORE UWF! OPEN HOUSE
Experience the UWF community firsthand at this on-campus open house. Register to meet us there!
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MONTHLY ARGO INFO
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Academic programs
UNDERGRADUATE
MAJORS
Accounting, BSBA
Anthropology, B.A.
Art, B.A.
Art History
Studio Art Arts, Fine, BFA
Art
Graphic Design Biology, B.S.
General Biology
Biology Teaching, B.A. Biomedical Sciences, B.S. Business, General BSBA
Chemistry, B.A. & Chemistry, B.S. Chemistry
Chemistry/Biochemistry
Chemistry Teaching Clinical Laboratory Sciences, B.S.
Clinical Laboratory Sciences
MLT to MLS Communication, B.A.
Advertising, Public Relations, & Social Media
Communication Studies
Digital Storytelling & Journalism Computer Engineering, BSCE Computer Science, B.S.
Construction Management, B.S. Criminal Justice, B.A.
Cybersecurity, B.S.
Earth & Environmental Science Teaching, B.A. Economics (Business), BSBA
Comprehensive Economics
Global Economics
Education, Elementary, B.A.
Elementary Education Certification Education, Exceptional Student & Elementary, B.A.
Exceptional Student & Elementary Education
Certification Education, Music, BME
Electrical Engineering, BSEE Engineering Technology, B.S. English, B.A.
Literature Writing
Environmental Science, B.S.
Environmental Management
Natural Science
Exercise Science, B.S. Finance, BSBA
General Studies, BGS
Culture, Health & Society
Integrative Studies
Global Hospitality & Tourism Management, B.S.
Health & Physical Education, B.S. Fitness & Sport Coaching
Physical Education
Physical Education/Teacher Education
Health Sciences, B.S.
Behavior Analysis
Health Care Administration
Health Sciences
History, B.A.
Human Resource Management, BSBA Humanities, Interdisciplinary, B.A.
Arts Administration
Women’s, Gender, & Sexuality Studies
Information Technology, B.S. Instructional Design & Technology, B.S. International Studies, B.A.
Legal Studies Pre-Law, B.A. Management, BSBA
Management Information Systems, BSBA
Marine Biology, B.S. Maritime Studies, B.A. Marketing, BSBA
Comprehensive Marketing
Global Marketing
Sales Management
Mathematics, B.S. Mathematics Teaching, B.A. Mechanical Engineering, BSME
Music, B.M.
Music Performance
Music & an Outside Field, B.A. Nursing, BSN
B.S.N.
R.N./BSN Philosophy, B.A. Physics, B.S. & Physics, B.A. Engineering Physics
Physics
Physics Teaching Political Science, B.A.
Political Science
Pre-Law
Psychology, B.A. & Psychology, B.S. Public Health, B.S. Sciences, Interdisciplinary, B.S. Social Sciences, Interdisciplinary, B.A. Children & Society
Community Education
Social Work, BSW
Software Development, B.S. Sport Management, B.S.
Supply Chain Logistics Management, BSBA Theatre, B.A. Theatre, BFA
Musical Theatre
Acting Design & Technology
MINORS
Accounting
Africana Studies
Aging Studies Interdisciplinary Air and Space Studies (Air Force ROTC)
Anthropology
Art
Athletic Sport Coaching
Biology
Business
Business Economics
Business Intelligence
Chemistry
Child Welfare
Computer Engineering
Computer Science
Construction Management
Criminal Justice
Data Processing and Management
e-Business
Economic Policy
Education, Early Childhood
Education, Professional
Electrical Engineering
English
Entrepreneurial Leadership and Innovation
Environmental Science
Environmental Sustainability
Finance
PROGRAM FINDER
Explore all programs by type, college, interest, and location.
uwf.edu/Programs
Forensic Studies
General Communication
Geographic Information Science
Global Hospitality and Tourism Management
Graphic Design
Health Promotion History
Information Security Management
Information Systems Administration
Interdisciplinary Sciences
Interdisciplinary Writing International Studies
Juvenile Justice
Latin American Studies
Leadership Communication Management
Management Information Systems
Maritime Studies
Marketing
Marketing Applications
Mathematics
Mechanical Engineering
Medical Humanities
Military Science (Army ROTC)
Music
Network Administration
Philosophy
Physics
Political Science
Pre-Law/Legal Studies
Pre-Law/Political Science
Psychology
Public Administration
Quantitative Economics
Social Welfare
Sociology
Spanish Sport and Exercise
Psychology
Sport Management
Statistics
Strategic Communication for the Sciences
Substance Abuse
Theatre
Women’s, Gender, and Sexuality Studies
UWF offers classes through various delivery methods, including face-to-face, hybrid, and online. Though we make every effort to provide on-campus classes in face-to-face programs, there is a possibility that some classes will have limited availability and may be offered online only. Specialized admissions 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. Also online: Required upper-division courses also available online. Students may need to complete some lower-division courses at another institution whose accrediting agency is included on the list of approved accrediting agencies. Online only: Required upper-division courses online. Students may need to complete some lower-division courses at another institution whose accrediting agency is included on the list of approved accrediting agencies provided 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 Electrical Engineering; BSME, Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering; BSN, Bachelor of Science in Nursing; BSW, Bachelor of Social Work.
PLANNING TO TRANSFER?
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. at a Florida College System institution. 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 will let you compare UWF’s cost and value.
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