University of West Georgia

Carrollton, United States of America

The University of West Georgia is a public university located in Carrollton, Georgia. The institution provides a satellite campus in Newnan, Georgia; select classes at its Douglasville Centre; and off-campus Museum Studies classes at the Atlanta History Centre in Atlanta, Georgia.
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The University of West Georgia combines R2 research status with a student-centered focus, offering personalized attention through a 19:1 student-faculty ratio while maintaining comprehensive programs in high-demand fields like cybersecurity, nursing, and business. Its Carrollton location provides small-town safety with easy access to Atlanta’s opportunities.
UWG actively fosters inclusivity with 40%+ minority enrollment, multicultural centers (African American Male Initiative, Hispanic Outreach), and events like International Week. Over 150 student clubs promote cross-cultural engagement.
Yes, UWG ranks #38 among Top Public Southern Universities (U.S. News 2024) and holds Carnegie’s "Community Engagement" classification. It’s also designated a National Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense.
Undergraduates need a 2.5+ high school GPA in college-prep courses. Test scores are optional but recommended (SAT 1050+/ACT 20+). Conditional admission exists for GPAs 2.2-2.49 with supplemental materials.
Decisions are typically released within 2-3 weeks after all documents (transcripts, residency verification) are submitted. Apply by priority deadlines: May 1 (Fall), December 1 (Spring).
UWG accepts transfer credits from regionally accredited colleges. Use the GAfutures transfer portal to check equivalencies. Minimum 30 credits must be completed at UWG for degree conferral.
UWG Police (24/7 sworn officers) patrol campus with emergency blue-light phones, RAVE Guardian app tracking, and mandatory safety training. Residence halls require keycard access and have live-in staff.
Counseling Services offers free 24/7 teletherapy via TimelyCare, urgent walk-in hours, and crisis intervention teams. Faculty are trained in mental health first aid.
Safe Ride shuttle runs until 2 AM daily, with on-demand security escorts via text (678-839-6000). Well-lit pathways and security cameras cover 98% of campus.
Over 30 programs offer hybrid flexibility, including MBA, M.Ed., and BS in Criminology. Core courses are online with in-person labs/workshops scheduled evenings/weekends.
All majors require experiential components: internships (Business), clinical rotations (Nursing), crime scene simulations (Criminology), or faculty-led research (STEM undergraduates).
Combined bachelor’s/master’s pathways allow completion in 5 years for fields like Computer Science, Psychology, and Education. Summer intensives reduce time-to-degree.
Presidential Scholarship ($4,000/year for 3.8+ GPA), Dean’s Award ($2,500/year for 3.5+ GPA), and Zell Miller/HOPE (Georgia residents). No separate application required.
Submit FAFSA (code 001601) by March 1. UWG distributes $90M+ annually in aid, including work-study, Pell Grants, and need-based scholarships like Wolves First (first-gen students).
Yes, e.g., Richards College of Business awards $500K+ yearly to Business majors based on essays/interviews. Apply through the WOLF Scholarship Portal each spring.
Groome Transportation shuttles run hourly to Atlanta Airport (45 mins). Xpress GA buses (free with student ID) link to downtown Atlanta. Free campus shuttles serve Carrollton.
First-year students outside 30-mile radius must live on campus. Exceptions include married students or military veterans. Upperclassmen access apartments like The Village (1-mile from campus).
All dorms include high-speed Wi-Fi, laundry, kitchenettes, and 24/7 maintenance. The Village apartments add private bedrooms, fitness centers, and pool access.
International Student Services guides F-1 visa holders through OPT/STEM OPT applications with workshops, legal referrals, and employer documentation. STEM graduates qualify for 36-month OPT.
Delta, Kia, and Microsoft (Atlanta offices) sponsor H-1B visas for UWG STEM/business alumni. 78% of international graduates secure Georgia-based employment within 6 months.
F-1 students transitioning to UWG master’s/doctorates receive expedited I-20 extensions. Graduate assistantships include tuition waivers and stipends.

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