Counselor Guide

We recognize the vital role school counselors play in helping students prepare for college. At the University of West Florida, we want to serve as a resource to you and your students throughout the admissions process. Through this guide, online resources, and our counselor email newsletter, we’re committed to keeping you informed.

Sign up for our counselor newsletter, and visit our counselor website!

uwf.edu/Counselors

Freshman class snapshot

Applying to UWF

These key items are required of high school seniors applying to UWF:

APPLICATION

Admission requirements

MINIMUM GPA

2.70 Weighted

MINIMUM TEST SCORES

ACT: Reading-19, Math-19, English-17

SAT: Reading and Writing-490, Math-480

Classical Learning Test scores may be accepted for admission and scholarship. Meeting minimum requirements does not guarantee admission. Admissions thresholds can adjust per semester. Students may be offered transitional pathways or deferment depending on their individual profile.

Transfer Pathways

PERSONALIZED SUPPORT

We recognize that not all students will start at a four-year institution. Our transfer pathway programs offer guided support to students while they attend a community or state college. The pathway helps them align courses to their UWF degree plan and guarantees admission upon completion of their Associate of Arts degree. uwf.edu/Pathways

Students can apply at uwf.edu/GoApply or via Common App. High school seniors should apply as freshmen even if they have earned college credit. Submitting an application gives students access to a checklist of items needed to complete their application.

PAYMENT OR WAIVER

UWF’s application fee is $30. We also accept various waivers.

TEST SCORES

Test scores are required by the state. UWF’s school codes: ACT-0771, SAT-5833; Classical Learning Test scores may be accepted pending approval by the Florida Board of Governors.

SSAR AND TRANSCRIPTS uwf.edu/Freshman uwf.edu/ApplicationResources

Applicants must create their Self-reported Student Academic Record from their transcript and connect it to their application.

Important Dates

AUGUST

Applications open: Encourage students to start the application process to ensure ample time to send UWF all required documents, including the Self-reported Student Academic Record (SSAR) and test scores. uwf.edu/GoApply uwf.edu/ApplicationResources

OCT. 15

Admissions decisions: UWF will start notifying admitted students. Rolling admission will follow.

DEC. 1

Scholarship priority consideration deadline: Admissions application must be completed and all required items received for priority scholarship consideration.

DECEMBER

Orientation registration opens: Students can register for New Student Orientation after confirming admission.

DECEMBER

FAFSA opens: Students can submit the FAFSA for Fall 2024. Students are encouraged to complete the FAFSA regardless of Florida Bright Futures eligibility, other tuition coverage, and income. Some students may qualify for nonrepayable aid to help cover expenses beyond tuition. StudentAid.gov

School code: 003955

LATE JANUARY

Housing contracts open: Students should apply early for Fall 2024 campus housing.

FEB. 15

Complete FAFSA: For priority need-based consideration, students entering Fall 2024 must submit a FAFSA to UWF with all outstanding requirements completed by the deadline.

APRIL 1

Argo Spirit Scholarship deadline

MAY 1

Intent to enroll priority date: Students should confirm and register for orientation by this date to reserve their spot in the Class of 2028.