University of West Alabama

What University of West Alabama does

University of West Alabama (UWA) is a public state university founded in 1835 and located in Livingston, Alabama, operating within the University of Alabama System under a Board of Trustees governance structure. The institution delivers undergraduate, graduate, and online degree programs across colleges including Business, Education, Liberal Arts, Natural Sciences, Engineering Technology, and Nursing, serving primarily first-year freshmen, transfer students, graduate students, online learners, and international students.

UWA's core operating footprint is a residential campus anchored by seven housing facilities — Gilbert Hall (the 459-student freshman residence), Hoover Apartments, Patterson Hall, Reed Hall, Selden Hall, and Stickney Hall (graduate and faculty/staff) — supplemented by ancillary services including Aramark-managed dining, the Tiger Card campus credential system (delivered via Transact eAccounts mobile and physical credentials), Uwill teletherapy, a University Cinema, and student portals (MyHousing, TigerHub). Technology integrations extend to LaundryView, MyCollegeRoomie, GradGuard renter's insurance, and a partnership with University Medical Center Livingston for basic healthcare.

UWA generates revenue through a subscription-recurring model of per-semester tuition and fees, housing charges ranging from $2,110 to $3,645 per semester depending on room type, and required dining plans ranging from $1,709 to $2,119 per semester, plus transactional revenue from University Cinema ticket sales and concessions. 89% of students receive financial aid, and distribution occurs through on-campus residential programs, self-serve online delivery via online.uwa.edu, and study-abroad channels. The institution holds the Carnegie Classification "Opportunity University" designation, operates at a 17:1 student-to-teacher ratio, and reports that 67% of faculty hold terminal degrees.

Name

University of West Alabama

Legal name

University of West Alabama

Website

https://uwa.edu

Company type

Public

Founded year

1835

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

501–1,000 employees

Short description

The University of West Alabama is a public state university in Livingston, Alabama, offering undergraduate, graduate, and online degree programs through a residential campus with seven housing facilities, dining, mental health, and student-life services, serving primarily in-state freshmen, transfer, graduate, and online students.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Higher Education

NAICS

Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools (6113), Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools (611310), Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools (61131)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro industry

PRIMARYEDAHACAH

Residential Liberal Arts Colleges

Education/Higher Education (Colleges & Universities)/Liberal Arts Colleges

SECONDARYTHAMAGAA

University Dorms & Affiliated Summer Housing

Travel & Hospitality/Vacation Rentals & Short-Term Stays/Student & Intern Short-Term Housing

SECONDARYTHAMAGAE

Academic Program Housing (Study Abroad, Language Schools, Field Schools)

Travel & Hospitality/Vacation Rentals & Short-Term Stays/Student & Intern Short-Term Housing

SECONDARYEDAIALAF

Short-Term Student Housing (Summer/Intensive Programs)

Education/International Education & Study Abroad/Study Abroad Housing & Accommodation Services

Keywords

• Higher education
• Undergraduate degree programs
• Graduate degree programs
• Residence life services
• Campus dining services

Headquarters

HQ city

Livingston

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices8 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Tuition and Fees: Revenue from tuition and fees charged to undergraduate and graduate students for academic programs and services
2. Housing and Dining Services: Revenue from on-campus housing (residence halls and apartments) and meal plans for students living on campus
3. Food Services: Campus dining operations managed by Aramark providing meals to students, faculty, and staff
4. University Cinema: Public theater revenue from ticket sales and concessions, open to the Livingston community

Pricing tiers

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

The University of West Alabama is a public state university that delivers undergraduate and graduate degree programs across multiple colleges, supported by residential housing in seven on-campus facilities, two meal plan tiers (Tiger Access unlimited and Tiger Block 150-meal plans), and ancillary campus services including the Tiger Card credential system, Uwill teletherapy mental health support, and the University Cinema. Enrollment is open to incoming freshmen, transfer students, graduate students, online learners, and international students seeking degree credentials and a residential campus experience.

Product overview

University of West Alabama operates as a traditional higher education institution offering residential, dining, and student services rather than a software product company. The university's primary service portfolio includes on-campus housing across seven residence facilities (Gilbert Hall for freshmen, Hoover Apartments, Patterson Hall, Reed Hall, Selden Hall, and Stickney Hall for graduate students), managed through the MyHousing Portal. Dining services include two meal plan tiers (Tiger Access unlimited and Tiger Block 150-meal plans) and four campus dining locations operated by Aramark. The Tiger Card serves as the integrated campus ID system providing access, meal plan management, and payment functions via physical card or mobile credentials through Transact eAccounts. Additional student services include Uwill teletherapy for mental health support, University Cinema for entertainment, and the TigerHub student portal for academic and administrative access.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Tiger Card The official UWA ID card serving as photo identification, meal plan carrier, campus access key, payment method for dining and laundry, library printing access, and cinema entry. Available as a physical card and as mobile credentials through the Transact eAccounts app.
• Tiger Access Meal Plan Unlimited meals at Young Hall Cafeteria (All-You-Care-to-Eat dining hall) plus $400 Dining Dollars per semester, priced at $2,119 per semester. Automatically assigned to first-year freshmen and residents without kitchen facilities.
• Tiger Block Meal Plan 150 block meals per semester at Young Hall Cafeteria with 10 guest meals, plus $400 Dining Dollars per semester, priced at $1,709 per semester. Available to upperclassmen and residents with kitchen access.
• Gilbert Hall Freshman residence hall housing 459 students in suite-style double-occupancy rooms with private bathrooms at $2,850 per semester. Constructed in 2012 with central air/heat, community lounges, retail dining, and laundry facilities. All first-year students are assigned here.
• Hoover Apartments Apartment community for students with at least 24 semester credits. Phase One offers two double-occupancy bedrooms with bathroom, kitchen, and living area at $3,010 per semester; Phase Two provides four single bedrooms, two bathrooms, kitchen, and living area at $3,390 per semester.
• Patterson Hall Residence hall for students with at least 24 semester credits. A/C sections offer double occupancy at $2,550 per semester with sleeping areas and kitchen; B sections offer single bedrooms at $3,480 per semester with bathroom, kitchen, and living room.
• Reed Hall Double-occupancy rooms for students with at least 24 semester credits at $2,550 per semester. Each room includes a kitchenette with compact refrigerator and stovetop, plus a private bathroom.
• Selden Hall Traditional residence hall offering single rooms with Twin XL beds at $2,110 per semester or full beds at $2,210 per semester. Low-cost housing option with community bathrooms and shared lounge, study area, and laundry facilities.
• Stickney Hall Graduate and faculty/staff housing with double occupancy at $2,430 per semester and single occupancy at $3,645 per semester. All rooms include full kitchen and bathroom; first floor features lounge with computers, TV, study space, and on-site laundry.
• University Cinema 90-seat public theater owned by UWA, staffed by students, located within three blocks of campus. Offers free weekly movie admission for UWA students, with $7 adult and $3 child ticket pricing, plus concessions.
• Uwill Teletherapy Partnership with Uwill providing students free immediate access to teletherapy services including video, phone, chat, and message-based counseling. Includes 90 credits of free sessions, 24/7 crisis connection, wellness programming, and therapist choice based on preferences.
• Young Hall Cafeteria All-You-Care-to-Eat dining hall offering Asian cuisine, home-style entrees, burgers, pizzas, pastas, deli sandwiches, salads, and desserts, located in Young Hall and accepting the standard meal plan.
• Burgers + Fries Quick-service restaurant in Gilbert Hall featuring 100% Angus beef burgers, grilled or crispy chicken, vegetarian options including Beyond burgers, and a convenience market for snacks and essentials.
• Undergraduate and Graduate Degree Programs Credit-bearing undergraduate and graduate degrees spanning multiple colleges at UWA, including Business, Education, Liberal Arts, Natural Sciences, Engineering Technology, and Nursing, with on-campus, online, and study abroad delivery options.

Quantifiable outcome

• 89% of UWA students receive financial aid supporting accessibility
• +2 more outcomes

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration6 records

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• AramarkcoreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerProfessional food service corporation operating UWA's residential dining program, managing Young Hall Cafeteria, Starbucks, Subway, and Burgers + Fries locations. Provides sustainable dining practices, health and wellness initiatives, and catering services for campus events.
• UwillcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMental health and wellness solution provider offering students free immediate access to teletherapy services with 90 credits of free sessions. Includes direct crisis connection, wellness programming, and choice of therapists based on preferences.
• University Medical Center LivingstoncoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerHealthcare provider offering direct, basic healthcare services for UWA undergraduate students, faculty, and staff. Located at 711 N Washington St, Livingston, AL, providing medical services for students away from their local providers.
• GradGuardminorGTM or Marketing PartnerRenter's insurance partner officially endorsed by UWA Housing Office, providing personal property coverage for students living on campus.
• Transact eAccountscoreTechnology or IntegrationProvider of Tiger Card mobile credentials and eAccounts platform, enabling mobile access to campus facilities, dining services, and Tiger Bucks management through smartphone or smartwatch.

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Samford University: Larger private university in Birmingham, Alabama; competes with UWA for in-state students seeking a residential collegiate experience but at a higher tuition tier and broader program set.

Direct peers

• Troy University: Public regional university in Alabama with similar enrollment scale, online program presence, and Carnegie Opportunity-type positioning for non-traditional and rural students. Most direct Alabama-based comparable.
• Athens State University: Public upper-division and graduate-focused university in northern Alabama with similar scale, cost-conscious positioning, and adult-learner orientation.
• Mississippi Valley State University: Small public HBCU in Mississippi with similar scale, residential campus model, and mission focus on serving underrepresented and rural populations.
• Delta State University: Small public regional university in Mississippi with similar Carnegie Opportunity-style positioning for rural and underrepresented students, comparable scale and program breadth.
• University of North Alabama: Public regional Alabama university with comparable residential offerings, multiple academic colleges, and online programs. Closest peer in terms of geographic proximity and program mix.
• Jacksonville State University: Public regional Alabama university with similar mid-sized enrollment, residence hall infrastructure, and broad undergraduate and graduate offerings across liberal arts, business, and education.
• University of Montevallo: Small Alabama public liberal arts university with similar enrollment scale, residential campus, and historic teacher-training origin (paralleling UWA's 1835 founding mission).

Regional players

• Stillman College: Small private HBCU in Tuscaloosa, Alabama with comparable enrollment scale, residential campus model, and liberal arts focus; competes for similar students in the Alabama market.
• Judson College (historical): Former small Alabama women's liberal arts college; representative of the small Alabama liberal arts peer set that UWA competes with for residential liberal arts students.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xtwitter.com/uwacinema
• Facebookfacebook.com/95107902540
• Instagraminstagram.com/uwacinema
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/university-of-west-alabama

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles11 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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