Prepare for Success
Pave the way for positive change in your life and career with an affordable, accredited degree from the University of West Alabama. Through a curriculum driven by innovation and diversity, the University delivers the strong academic foundation, professional skills and experiential knowledge you need to achieve your goals.
Fully Accredited
Affordable Tuition
Generous Transfer Credit Policy
100+ Degree Programs and Tracks
Distinguished Faculty
Learn On Campus or Online
Your UWA Experience
Because your education includes much more than going to class.
Over 2,400 enrolled undergraduate students*
Nearly 60 undergraduate programs
There are countless opportunities to become part of something great at UWA, and the more involved you become, the richer your college experience will be. From service organizations and Greek life to honor societies and social clubs, our beautiful, 600-acre campus has something for everyone.
*In fall 2023 online and on campus enrollment
- Over 60 clubs and student organizations
- Various study abroad opportunities
- UWA is recognized as one of the safest campuses in the nation
- Championship NCAA Division II athletics
- One of the lowest tuition rates in Alabama
An academic experience that meets you where you are.
Over 1,320 enrolled undergraduate students
Over 70 online programs
Whether you live outside of Alabama, have full-time professional responsibilities or have personal commitments that make it difficult to attend class on campus, you can still achieve your goals with an accredited online degree from UWA. As an online student, you’ll receive the same benefits offered on campus, including career and academic support services, competitively low tuition rates and instruction from industry-experienced faculty. Learning online means you can access course materials from the time and place of your choice and complete your degree at a pace that works for your schedule.
- Access course materials from anywhere at any time
- Taught by the same distinguished faculty who teach on campus
- Interactive learning platform
- Supportive academic advisors and guidance from Career Services
Explore our Programs
The University of West Alabama offers degree programs in a vast variety of fields to ensure you have all the tools you need to achieve your unique professional goals.
Associate’s
- Tutorial Mathematics
Bachelor’s
- Biology – Teacher Certification
- Collaborative Teacher/ Special Education K–6/6–12
- Early Childhood Development
- Elementary Education
- English Language Arts Major – Teacher Certification
- General Science – Teacher Certification
- General Science Major – Teacher Certification
- General Social Science – Teacher Certification
- High School Certification 6–12
- History – Teacher Certification
- Interdisciplinary Studies
- Mathematics – Teacher Certification
- Physical Education, P–12
Bachelor’s
- Business Administration
- Entrepreneurship and Non-Profit Administration Emphasis
- International Business Emphasis
- Business Administration – Accounting
- Business Administration – Finance
- Business Administration – Management
- Business Administration – Marketing
- Comprehensive Marketing Emphasis
- Event Marketing Emphasis
- Professional Sales Emphasis
- Sport Marketing Emphasis
- Integrated Marketing Communications
- Graphic Design track
- Multidimensional Interior Design track
- Sports Communication track
- Sport Management
Bachelor’s
- Exercise Science Comprehensive
- Health Science Comprehensive
- Physical Education, P–12
- Sport Management
Associate’s
- Nursing
Bachelor’s
- Biology
- Cell and Molecular Biology
- Chemistry
- Chemistry Comprehensive
- Conservation and Field Biology
- Environmental Sciences
- Exercise Science Comprehensive
- General Science
- Health Science Comprehensive
- Marine Biology
- Psychology
- Sociology
- Sport Management
Associate’s
- Auto Engineering Technology
- Industrial Maintenance
- Tutorial Mathematics
Bachelor’s
- Computer Engineering Technology
- Engineering Technology
- Mathematics
- Mathematics and Engineering Dual-Degree
- Technology
Bachelor’s
- English
- History
- Interdisciplinary Studies
- Public Safety
Associate’s
- Nursing
Bachelor’s
- BSN
Certificate’s
- Alabama State Approved Provisional Certificate in a Teaching Field
- Post-Master’s Certificate: Instructional Leadership
Bachelor’s
- Collaborative Teacher/ Special Education K–6/6–12
- Early Childhood Development
- Elementary Education
- General Science: Teacher Certification
Alternative Class A’s
- Biology, 6–12 (M.Ed. or MAT)
- Early Childhood and Elementary Education, P–3/K–6 (M.Ed.)
- Early Childhood Education, P–3 (M.Ed.)
- Elementary Education, K–6 (M.Ed.)
- English, Language Arts, 6–12 (M.Ed. or MAT)
- General Science, 6–12 (M.Ed. or MAT)
- History, 6–12 (M.Ed. or MAT)
- Mathematics, 6–12 (M.Ed. or MAT)
- Physical Education, P–12 (M.Ed. or MAT)
- Social Science, 6–12 (M.Ed. or MAT)
- Special Education: Collaborative Teacher, K–6 (M.Ed.)
- Special Education: Collaborative Teacher, 6–12 (M.Ed.)
Master’s
- Adult Continuing Education
- Adult Continuing Education – Counseling and Psych
- Adult Continuing Education – Library Media Option
- Clinical Mental Health Counseling
- Early Childhood Development
- Early Childhood Education, P–3
- Elementary Education, K–6
- Family Counseling
- Guidance and Counseling
- High School Education, 6–12
- Instructional Leadership
- Learning, Design & Technology
- Library Media
- Physical Education
- Physical Education, P–12
- School Counseling
- Special Education: Collaborative Teacher, K–6
- Special Education: Collaborative Teacher, 6–12
- Student Affairs in Higher Education
- Teaching (Certification or Non-Certification)
Education Specialist’s
- Counseling
- Early Childhood Education, P–3
- Elementary Education, K–6
- Instructional Leadership
- Library Media (Certification or Non-Certification)
- School Counseling
- Special Education: Collaborative Teacher, K–6
- Special Education: Collaborative Teacher, 6–12
- Teacher Leader
Doctorate
- Rural Education
Bachelor’s
- Business Administration
- Entrepreneurship and Non-Profit Administration Emphasis
- International Business Emphasis
- Business Administration – Accounting
- Business Administration – Finance
- Business Administration – Management
- Business Administration – Marketing
- Comprehensive Marketing Emphasis
- Event Marketing Emphasis
- Professional Sales Emphasis
- Sport Marketing Emphasis
- Integrated Marketing Communications
- Graphic Design track
- Multidimensional Interior Design track
- Sports Communication track
Master’s
- Integrated Marketing Communications
- Master of Business Administration
Doctor’s
- Doctor of Business Administration
Bachelor’s
- Nursing – RN–BSN
- Sport Management
Master’s
- Conservation Biology
- Physical Education
Bachelor’s
- Environmental Science
- Nursing – RN–BSN
- Psychology
- Sport Management
Master’s
- Clinical Mental Health Counseling
- Conservation Biology
- Experimental Psychology
- Family Counseling
- Guidance and Counseling
- Physical Education
Bachelor’s
- Computer Science Engineering Technology
- Technology
Bachelor’s
- Interdisciplinary Studies
- Public Safety
Bachelor’s
- Nursing – RN–BSN
Accreditations
The University of West Alabama is committed to providing outstanding education programs designed to prepare students for rewarding and impactful careers. Each degree is accredited and recognized for meeting today’s highest academic standards.
Why choose UWA?
We help students navigate the financial aid process and find the financial resources they need to reach their goals.
Small class sizes allow students to build valuable relationships with peers and receive personalized attention from professors.
UWA is committed to providing academic excellence at a competitive price. We are proud to offer tuition that is among the most affordable in Alabama.
Founded in 1835 as an academy for women, UWA has grown to become a regional university serving the educational needs of all. The University is now recognized for its outstanding, accredited academic programs, expert faculty and highly successful graduates.
- 1-on-1 Mentoring and Support: From dedicated student advisors to experienced educators, the faculty at UWA are prepared to help students reach their full potential.
- Student Success: Whether you study on campus or online, you’ll have access to Career Services whenever and wherever you need it. All resources are available at the campus office and also online.
- Prepare for Every Possibility: Discover new opportunities through career fairs and learn about new job openings directly with the Career Services team. Prepare to impress employers through mock interview sessions, resume-writing and portfolio-building exercises.
- Build Your Network: UWA’s Career Services hosts networking events to connect you with potential employers and professionals to learn more about prospective internships, job shadowing opportunities and employment.