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University of West Georgia SAT & ACT scores

Enrolled first-year students who submitted SAT scores for fall 2024 had a middle 50% of about 950-1140. Their ACT composite middle 50% was 17-22. University of West Georgia admitted 52% of applicants and required SAT or ACT scores.

SAT middle 50%
950-1140
ACT middle 50%
17-22
Acceptance rate
52%
Test policy, fall 2024
Required
Undergraduates
7,520

Quick answer

What SAT score do you need for University of West Georgia?

There is no published minimum. Aim for 1140 or higher to sit in the top quarter of University of West Georgia's SAT submitters; 950 marks the bottom quarter. Its SAT midpoint is higher than at 15% of the 902 colleges in this directory that report SAT scores.

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Where does your score land at University of West Georgia?

The middle 50% describes enrolled students who chose to submit scores, so test-optional colleges can show higher ranges than their full class. Scores are one part of an application.

Fall 2024 entering class

University of West Georgia SAT and ACT score ranges

Score percentiles of enrolled first-year students who submitted scores
Measure25th percentile50th percentile75th percentile
SAT Reading and Writing490540590
SAT Math460500550
SAT total (estimated)95010401140
ACT composite171922

Reading and Writing runs higher than Math here: the top quarter starts at 590 in Reading and Writing but 550 in Math.

College Scorecard's SAT-equivalent average for admitted students is 1032.

Testing policy

Does University of West Georgia require the SAT or ACT?

Reported for fall 2024: Required

University of West Georgia told the U.S. Department of Education that it required SAT or ACT scores for students entering in fall 2024.

Check the current cycle

Many colleges have changed testing rules since 2024, and several now require scores again. Confirm the policy for your application year on University of West Georgia's website before deciding whether to submit.

Beyond scores

Cost and outcomes at University of West Georgia

In-state tuition and fees (2024-25)
$6,088
Out-of-state tuition and fees (2024-25)
$17,800
Average net price after aid (2023-24)
$12,786
First-year retention rate
78%
Graduation rate within 6 years
44%
Median earnings 10 years after entry
$49,587

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Gordon State CollegeSAT 890-1130Life UniversitySAT 920-1130Georgia Southern UniversitySAT 986-1133Georgia State UniversitySAT 940-1180Augusta UniversitySAT 970-1140Thomas UniversitySAT 990-1220

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University of West Georgia admissions questions

What SAT score do you need to get into University of West Georgia?

University of West Georgia does not publish a minimum SAT score. Among enrolled first-year students who submitted SAT scores for fall 2024, the middle 50% scored between 950 and 1140 (estimated from section scores). A score of 1140 or higher would place you in the top quarter of that group; 950 marks the bottom quarter.

What ACT score do you need for University of West Georgia?

Enrolled first-year students who submitted ACT scores for fall 2024 had a middle 50% composite of 17 to 22, with a median of 19. Scoring 22 or above puts you in the top quarter of submitters.

Does University of West Georgia require the SAT or ACT?

For fall 2024 entry, University of West Georgia reported to the U.S. Department of Education that it required SAT or ACT scores. Testing policies have changed at many colleges since then, so confirm the current policy on University of West Georgia's admissions website before you apply.

What is University of West Georgia's acceptance rate?

University of West Georgia admitted 52% of applicants for fall 2024, according to data it reported to the U.S. Department of Education.

Sources and method

Where these numbers come from

Test scores: 25th, 50th and 75th percentile SAT section scores and ACT composites of first-time students who enrolled in fall 2024 and submitted scores, as each college reported to IPEDS. Composite SAT ranges add the two section percentiles, so they are an estimate of the true composite range.

Admissions and test policy: Fall 2024 entering class, reported to IPEDS in 2024-25. Policies change; check each college's admissions site before applying.

Cost and outcomes: tuition for academic year 2024-25; average net price for academic year 2023-24; graduation rate for first-time, full-time students who started in 2018-19, graduating within 150% of normal time (6 years for a bachelor's degree); median earnings 10 years after entry, measured in 2020 and 2021, in 2022 dollars.

Coverage: colleges currently operating that reported SAT or ACT ranges and enrolled at least 500 undergraduates. Data released 2026-06-10, retrieved 2026-10-05. Spot an error? Email [email protected].