University of West Georgia
Carrollton, GA
Carrollton, GA
Take the next step. Go West.
Continue your journey at the University of West Georgia.
You've already started your college journey—now it's time to take it further. Whether you're transferring from a community college, another four-year institution, or returning to college after time away, the University of West Georgia is ready to help you reach your goals.
With more than 16,000 students and 115+ undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs, UWG offers the academic opportunities, personalized support, and flexibility to help you finish strong. Located in Carrollton, with an additional location in historic downtown Newnan, UWG provides the resources of a comprehensive university while maintaining the welcoming atmosphere students value.
Wherever you're coming from, you'll find a community that's invested in your success. At UWG, amazing things happen when you Go West.
Build on what you've already accomplished.
Your experience has value.
Transferring to UWG means bringing the experiences you've already earned and building on them with hands-on learning, faculty mentorship, internships, undergraduate research, study abroad, and leadership opportunities.
With academic programs spanning across business, education, nursing, psychology, computer science, the arts, and more, you'll find a degree that aligns with your goals—and prepares you for what's next.
Our dedicated transfer admissions team works to make the transition as seamless as possible, helping you maximize eligible transfer credit so you can stay focused on earning your degree.
Find your place from day one.
Join a community that welcomes you.
At UWG, transfer students quickly become part of the Wolf Pack. Whether you're looking to get involved, make new connections, or simply finish your degree in a supportive environment, you'll find countless opportunities to make campus your own.
Choose from 150+ student organizations, leadership programs, service opportunities, campus events, and NCAA Division I athletics. Explore downtown Carrollton, connect with classmates, and take advantage of career-building experiences that prepare you for life after graduation.
No matter where your journey began, your next chapter starts here.
Go West—and finish what you started.
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#1 Regional University in Georgia for Social Mobility | U.S. News & World Report |
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Campus of the Year for Student Well-Being | Butler University Institute for Well-Being, 2025 |
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Named a Best Regional College by The Princeton Review & Recognized as one of the Nation’s Top Colleges and Universities by U.S. News & World Report |
Transferring to the University of West Georgia is more than earning a degree—it's about building on what you've already accomplished. With personalized support, hands-on learning, and opportunities to grow through internships, research, leadership, and campus involvement, you'll be prepared for what's next. Wherever you're starting from, UWG is ready to help you reach your goals.
"In the few weeks of my classes at UWG, I felt like I had made more connections than I had done in an entire year at my previous school. At UWG, I was more than a number."
“Because I attended UWG, not only was I able to save money and stay close to my family, but I also met some of the most amazing people.”
“The second I got involved at UWG, I began to love the institution. I loved what it represented. It was my fate that I ended up there.”
“I've truly become more confident in myself. I've had faculty members believe in me a way that several years ago, I wouldn't have believed in myself.”
“I credit my excellent core fundamentals and willingness to learn more to UWG.”
“The Mass Communications program is amazing—that's something I realized as soon as I got involved.”
