University of the West
School Overview: Acceptance Rate, Tuition, and More
About University of the West
School Type: Private
Religious Affiliation: Not applicable
Status: Non-profit
Military Friendly: No
Accreditation: regional
The University of the West is a small private university located on a suburban campus in Rosemead, California. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 53, and admissions are selective, with an acceptance rate of 100%. The university offers 4 bachelor's degrees, has an average graduation rate of 31%, and a student-faculty ratio of 5:1. Tuition and fees for students are $13,560.
Admissions Breakdown
Acceptance Rate
Full-Time Student Retention Rate
Six-Year Graduation Rate of Full-Time, First-Time Students
Application Considerations
Test scoresNot considered for admission, even if submitted (Test Blind)
High school transcriptNot required for admission, but considered if submitted
High school rankNot required for admission, but considered if submitted
Letter of recommendationNot required for admission, but considered if submitted
High school GPARequired to be considered for admission
Open admissionNo
Completion of college prep programNot required for admission, but considered if submitted
Test of English as a foreign language (TOEFL)Required to be considered for admission
Transfer Credit Policy
Dual enrollmentNo
Credit for qualified life experience*Implied no
Advance placement (AP) creditsYes
*This can include previous jobs, trainings, licenses/credentials, or seminars. You may need to complete an exam or provide a portfolio to earn credit.
SAT & ACT
ACT 25th-75th Percentile-
SAT 25th-75th Percentile-
Learning Environment
Student Body Stats
154
Students enrolled
36%
Online student enrollment
5:1
Student to faculty ratio
Ways Students Can Learn
Demographics
White
11%
Unknown
1%
Black
4%
Hispanic
14%
Two or more races
2%
Non-U.S. Citizen
47%
Asian
21%
American Indian/Alaska Native
%
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander
1%
Socio-economic diversity
80% of students received an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.
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Online Programs
Offers Online Programs
No
Online Programs
0
Total Online Enrollment
56
Student Location Breakout
Bar graph visual depicting student location breakout percentages.36% online, 64% on-campus.
Percent of Programs Online
100% On-campus
0% Online
Types of Online Programs Offered
CertificatesNot offered
AssociateNot offered
Bachelor'sNot offered
Graduate CertificateNot offered
Master'sNot offered
DoctorateNot offered
Student Charges
Tuition and Required Fees
| Student Level | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $13,560 | $13,560 |
| Graduate | $12,481 | $12,481 |
Cost of Undergraduate Attendance
Costs based on full-time, first-time degree- or certificate-seeking undergraduates.
| Costs to Consider | Price |
|---|---|
| Books and supplies | $938 |
| On-campus room and board | $12,760 |
| On-campus other expenses | $4,380 |
| Off-campus (not with family) room and board | $19,432 |
| Off-campus (not with family) other expenses | $6,592 |
| Off-campus (with family) other expenses | $5,622 |
Total Undergraduate Cost
| Total cost by category | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| On-campus | $31,638 | $31,638 |
| Off-campus without family | $40,522 | $40,522 |
| Off-campus with family | $20,120 | $20,120 |
Financial Breakdown
Students Receiving Aid
Federal Grant Aid
80%
State Grant Aid
60%
Institution Grant Aid
80%
Pell Grant
80%
Average Aid Awarded
Financial Outlook
$0k
Average salary 6 years after starting school
Varsity Athletic Teams
No information available for this school.
Degrees Awarded by Program
| # | Programs | BA | MA | Doc |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Business, Management, Marketing, And Related Support Services. | |||
| 2 | Computer And Information Sciences And Support Services. | |||
| 3 | English Language And Literature/Letters. | |||
| 4 | Health Professions And Related Programs. | |||
| 5 | Liberal Arts And Sciences, General Studies And Humanities. | |||
| 6 | Philosophy And Religious Studies. | |||
| 7 | Psychology. | |||
| 8 | Theology And Religious Vocations. |
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