University Of West Alabama

University of West Alabama (UW) in Livingston, Alabama, is a state university on a small, historic college campus. UW’s student body is small, generally falling well below 3,000 students. The campus is also more like that of a small, private college. However, UW students still get the benefits of attending a state university. UW’s programs of study are diverse. UW awards bachelor’s degrees through such distinctive schools as the schools of: * Business * Education * Liberal Arts * Natural Sciences and Mathematics * Nursing Online bachelor’s degrees are also available. UW awards master’s degrees as well, primarily in the field of education. Each academic department also offers numerous opportunities. Literature majors may, for example, participate in literary festivals or get involved with the school’s literary magazine. Science majors may conduct projects at the school’s greenhouse, tutor local elementary students in science or attend science conventions. Those who major in the fine and performing arts also have many chances to perform and exhibit their work. The campus, itself, also hosts lectures, concerts and performing arts events. UW is also home to more than 60 student organizations and clubs. UW offers numerous financial aid options. These include need-based federal aid programs like grants, loans and work-study. To apply for these, applicants must submit a FAFSA. Academic, leadership and other types of scholarships are also available. In addition, UW offers tuition payment plans. Undergraduate applicants should fill out an online admissions application and submit transcripts and ACT or SAT scores.

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