University of West Florida

Established in 1963, the University of West Florida fosters an innovative, student-centered culture grounded in academic excellence and engagement. Consistently ranked among the Best Regional Universities in the South by U.S. News & World Report and a Gold-level Military Friendly® School, UWF serves 15,000 students on its 1,600-acre Pensacola campus and is supported by a network of more than 100,000 alumni. With more than 70 undergraduate programs, NCAA Division I athletics, and a vibrant campus community, UWF offers a personalized educational experience defined by small class sizes, dedicated faculty and meaningful opportunities for involvement. UWF encourages undergraduate research and hands-on learning both inside and outside the classroom. A driver of economic impact in Northwest Florida and beyond, UWF generates approximately $1.4 billion in total annual sales across the Florida economy.

In addition to the main campus, UWF has locations in downtown Pensacola and in Fort Walton Beach. Nationally recognized research centers include the Archaeology Institute, Center for Cybersecurity and AI, the Haas Center and the Florida Small Business Development Center.