At the University of West Florida, you can find your now and fuel your future.
UWF is one of Florida's top three public universities,* with a size that offers personalized attention from professors who know your name.
Here, you'll find rigorous but accessible academic programs in a friendly, supportive environment, where innovation is just as valued as tradition. Here, education is affordable, with generous scholarship opportunities and in-state tuition that hasn’t increased in over a decade.
Here, you'll find a campus surrounded by the serenity of nature, with a close-knit community driven to succeed together.
Discover for yourself why UWF is where transfer students come to finish strong.
*Florida Board of Governors State University System performance-based rankings, 2025. Above: An Argo stops for a photo in the Lewis Bear Jr. College of Business complex.
TOP 10 MAJORS
1. Nursing
2. Psychology
3. General Business
4. Accounting
5. Exercise Science
6. Marine Biology
7. Cybersecurity
8. Health Sciences
9. General Biology
10. Mechanical Engineering
— Most popular majors among Summer/Fall 2025 admitted transfer students “
I chose UWF for its strong healthcare administration program, which works in direct partnership with hospitals to provide internships to students before graduation.”
— Chris, Healthcare Administration, ’27
Happen HERE, YOU MAKE IT
Get more than a degree. Get results. Your university education should be the experience of a lifetime and support your success. By graduation, more than 68% of Argos have completed at least two high-impact practices like internships and study abroad. Go beyond the status quo with opportunities like:
• Undergraduate research available to all majors.
• Study abroad programs plus resources to help you prepare.
• The Kugelman Honors Program’s Two-Year Pathway.
• Industry and peer mentoring programs for guidance and support. uwf.edu/HIP
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 Argos.
• Access to experiential learning opportunities.
• Career fairs and events like Argos Meet the Pros. uwf.edu/Career
We know that cost is an important factor in your college decision. At UWF, affordability begins with in-state tuition that hasn't increased in over a decade. And before you even apply, you can use our Cost Calculator to estimate your cost and potential aid. uwf.edu/Costs
$11M OFFERED IN GIFT AID 75% OF STUDENTS WERE OFFERED AID $7,819 AVERAGE TOTAL OF GRANTS AND SCHOLARSHIPS TRANSFER FINANCIAL AID (Awarded 2024-2025)
*Students starting Spring or Summer 2026 should also complete the 2025-2026 FAFSA. Photo: UWF graduates pose in cap and gown at UWF’s main entrance.
Star t with the FAFSA
If you’ve got what it takes to be an Argo, we want to work with you to make your college education more affordable. To be considered for a financial aid offer, you must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). You're encouraged to complete the FAFSA each year regardless of Florida Bright Futures eligibility, other tuition coverage, and income.
Some scholarship opportunities require the FAFSA, and some students have qualified for non-repayable aid to help cover expenses beyond tuition, like transportation and supplies.
The 2026-2027 FAFSA is scheduled to open fully by Oct. 1, 2025. For the strongest aid consideration for Fall 2026, complete the FAFSA and any verification requirements by April 1, 2026* StudentAid.gov | UWF school code: 003955
Based on 2025-2026 costs for fall/spring semesters. Costs are subject to change. a30 credit hours of tuition and fees bShared Suite (Pace Hall: $3,183/semester) cArgo 15 plan: 15 meals/week + $300 Dining Dollars ($2,568/semester); other options available.
Florida Pell? Tuition. Covered.
ARGO 30 GUARANTEE
The Argo 30 Guarantee is UWF’s commitment to ensuring access to higher education. Incoming students who are Florida residents, full-time, Pell Grant-eligible as determined by the FAFSA, 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. uwf.edu/Argo30
Merit scholarships
You will automatically be considered for a Transfer Admissions
Academic Merit Scholarship when you complete your application file by the Scholarship Priority Consideration Deadline for your semester of entry. The spring deadline is Nov. 1, 2025, and the summer and fall deadline is April 1, 2026. UWF must receive your application with all required items, including transcripts, by the deadline for your file to be marked complete.
uwf.edu/TransferScholarships
TRANSFER ADMISSIONS ACADEMIC MERIT AWARDS*
Other scholarships
PHI THETA KAPPA (PTK)
Members of PTK are encouraged to submit the FAFSA and send proof of membership at uwf.edu/PTK by the Scholarship Priority Consideration Deadline for special scholarship consideration. The award totals $4,000 over two years and cannot be combined with other Transfer Admissions
Academic Merit Scholarship.
FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIPS
Through the generous support of alumni, friends, corporations, foundations, and others, UWF is able to offer a variety of scholarship opportunities to students admitted for summer/fall admission. After admission, students can apply for these scholarships through the UWF Scholarship Portal. Deadlines and awards vary.
uwf.edu/Scholarships
Opportunity HERE, YOU CAN UNLOCK
Maximize funding consideration in three steps: Complete your application file by the Scholarship Priority Consideration Deadline, submit the FAFSA and any verification requirements, and check out UWF Foundation Scholarships upon admission.
SCHOLARSHIP PRIORITY CONSIDERATION DEADLINE
NOV. 1 SPRING APRIL 1 SUMMER/FALL
“
Having Bright Futures and a UWF Merit Scholarship has made it possible for me to pursue my college degree.”
— Jake, Finance, ’26
*Amounts indicate cumulative potential award over two years or completion of an undergraduate degree, whichever comes first, for students who maintain scholarship eligibility. Eligibility does not guarantee an award. Admissions can award students with only one academic scholarship; scholarships may not be combined. Students who have already earned a bachelor’s will not receive priority scholarship consideration. Some scholarships are renewable pending continued and verified eligibility, and others are one-time awards.
Big Things
Background: Students canoe along Thompson Bayou near the Edward Ball Nature Trail.
14,500+
STUDENTS + 101K ALUMNI
22:1
STUDENT-TEACHER RATIO
WE WANT TO MEET YOU! | uwf.edu/AdmissionsEvents
EXPLORE UWF! OPEN HOUSE
Experience the UWF community firsthand at this on-campus open house. Register to meet us there!
uwf.edu/Explore
TRANSFER TUESDAYS
Learn about the transfer process and ask your questions at this virtual series.
uwf.edu/Tuesdays
TRANSFER ENROLLMENT
Admitted students will be invited to this virtual series about navigating next steps at UWF.
uwf.edu/TransferEnroll
TAKE YOUR CAMPUS TOUR
Choose an in-person or virtual tour to explore UWF’s modern facilities amid a beautiful landscape.
uwf.edu/CampusTour
In Motion
Every dream starts with a decision to move forward. And you’ve already put in the work. Start mapping your course to the finish line with our prerequisite guides and credit evaluation options at uwf.edu/Eval. We want to help you transfer seamlessly, so you can focus on what matters most to you.
uwf.edu/Apply
MILITARY FRIENDLY®
A Gold Level Military Friendly® School, UWF has its own Office of Military Services, home to the University’s Army and Air Force ROTC programs and the Military and Veterans Resource Center under the Aylstock, Witkin, Kreis & Overholtz Center for Leadership.
Your pathway forward
Before earning 30 credit hours, you may be eligible to join a UWF Transfer Pathways Program. Whether you’re at a pathways partner institution or attending another state or community college, we can help you align your academic plans with a UWF degree plan, so you can optimize credits toward both your two-year degree and your future bachelor’s. uwf.edu/Pathways
PATHWAY BENEFITS
• Personalized advising from your UWF transfer coach.
• Guaranteed admission to UWF upon completion of your A.A.1, with no application fee.
• A review of your degree plan and prerequisites.
• Access to UWF libraries, fitness center and intramural sports with a 2UWF Nautilus Card.
1Coastal Alabama2UWF Participants may complete an A.S.
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
Transfer requirements*
To be considered for admission, all transfer students must meet the minimum hours and:
• Have a 2.00+ cumulative GPA from all attempted college courses.
• Have a 2.00+ GPA at most recent institution and be in good academic standing.
• Submit all official college transcripts. Freshman transfers must meet all freshman admission requirements, including a 3.00+ weighted high school GPA and minimum ACT, SAT, or CLT test and subsection scores. Sophomore transfers must have earned a C or higher in English composition and college math.
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
CLASSIFICATIONS BY HOURS
Upperclassman Transfer 60+ or A.A.
*Meeting minimums doesn’t guarantee admission. Per Florida Board of Governors, Florida College System A.A. applicants receive admissions priority. **Earned after high school graduation.
PROGRAM FINDER
Explore all programs by type, college, interest, and location.
uwf.edu/Programs
Environmental Sustainability
Finance
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
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 provided in the UWF Catalog. Online only: Required upperdivision 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.
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.
Your future starts here: uwf.edu/Transfer APPLY
Scholarship Priority Consideration Deadlines:
• Spring: Nov. 1
• Summer/Fall: April 1 uwf.edu/GoApply
VISIT
Experience UWF: uwf.edu/Visit
WestFL admissions@uwf.edu 850.474.2230 UWF
University of West Florida 11000 University Parkway Pensacola, FL 32514
Cover: UWF students walk past the “Constellations” sculpture outside of the Center for Fine and Performing Arts.
