Founded in 1835, The University of West Alabama is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the rural setting of the small town of Livingston (population range of 2,500-9,999 inhabitants), Alabama.  Officially accredited and/or recognized by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges, The University of West Alabama (UWA) is a small (EduListing enrollment range: 5,000-5,999 students) coeducational higher education institution. The University of West Alabama (UWA) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees in several areas of study. See the EduListing degree levels and areas of study matrix below for further details. This 185 years old higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic record and grades.  The admission rate range is 70-80% making this US higher education organization a somewhat selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. 