Go West. Go Affordably.
Still weighing your options? On average, we're able to help 96% of undergraduate students who apply to UWG pay for some or all of their tuition with financial aid. Start your journey to success by selecting on of our affordable degree programs.
Already applied to UWG? Our advisors are ready to guide you through the financial aid process. From applying for FAFSA to grants to private scholarships, we'll leave no stone unturned when it comes to helping you offset tuition costs and afford college.
To get your financial aid questions answered quickly, visit our Financial Aid page, email finaid@westga.edu or call (678) 839-6421
Plan Your Estimated Cost to Attend UWG
Undergraduate On-Campus
| Cost | In-State | Out-of-State |
|---|---|---|
| Books/Supplies | $800 | $800 |
| Personal Expenses | $7,473 | $7,473 |
| Housing | $7,150 | $7,150 |
| Food | $5,142 | $5,142 |
| Tuition | $7,270 | $22,900 |
| Transportation | $2,222 | $2,222 |
| Total | $30,057 | $45,687 |
Are you eligible for in-state tuition?
Some students may be eligible for out-of-state tuition differential waivers to receive the same tuition rate as a legal resident of Georgia.
All legal residents of Alabama (effective Spring 2018), Florida, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Tennessee (effective Fall 2022) are eligible for in-state tuition rates by submitting this Border State Waiver (PDF). Other students may be eligible as well. Learn more about tuition classification and waivers and Georgia residency to help determine your tuition rate.
Know More, Borrow Less
The University of West Georgia is committed to helping students understand the cost of their education, make informed decisions about borrowing, and identify opportunities to reduce college expenses.
Understanding Your Student Loan Debt
Know More, Borrow Less (KMBL) is a University System of Georgia initiative focused on increasing awareness of student loan borrowing and helping students better understand their financial obligations.
Each academic year, UWG students with student loan debt from federal, state, or private loan programs receive a personalized debt letter by email and text message. The letter provides information about:
- Current and cumulative student loan debt
- Estimated monthly loan payments
- The amount borrowed through available loan programs
This information is intended to help students monitor their borrowing throughout their college experience and make informed decisions about future borrowing.
Resources to Help Reduce College Costs
Managing college costs goes beyond financial aid and student loans. UWG also offers resources and initiatives designed to help reduce the cost of course materials.
Low-Cost Textbook Initiatives
UWG supports textbook affordability initiatives that provide students with more affordable options for required course materials.
No-Cost Course Materials
Through Ingram Library, UWG faculty can provide No-Cost Course Materials for eligible courses. These materials may include openly available educational resources and library-provided materials, allowing students to complete coursework without purchasing a traditional textbook.
Day One Access
Day One Access provides required digital course materials to students at the beginning of the course, ensuring materials are available when they are needed. Participating courses typically offer these materials at a significantly discounted cost compared with purchasing them individually.
Making Your Education More Affordable
UWG's financial aid and cost-saving resources can help students better understand their educational expenses, manage student loan borrowing, and identify opportunities to reduce out-of-pocket costs.