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ReviewMajors / RatingsTuition / LoansFaculty / SalariesCampus CrimeUniversity of the West is a very small four-year, private not-for-profit school with 165 students enrolled. This institution was originated in 1990 and is the only college located in
Rosemead,
California.
University of the West is mentioned among
Best Gay Friendly Colleges in the United States.
Academic Offerings
At University of the West you can get your bachelor's degree, postbaccalaureate certificate, master's degree, postmaster certificate, or doctoral degree.
Majors
Offered
11
University of the West follows a semester-based curriculum calendar system and provides 11 majors. The most popular concentrations are Theology and Religion, Business, Psychology, Management, and General Studies. Read the details about
Majors offered at this college and see program
Ratings.
It is worthwhile to know student retention and graduation rates when you apply to a school to get your diploma or to engage in a long-term study; high retention and graduation rates are normally a positive sign. Nevertheless, if you wish to transfer out or take non-credit coursework, these metrics are not important.
University of the West student retention rate is relatively low at 60% (way below California average). Considering this statistic, apparently students somewhat enjoy their stay at this school.
Student Retention
60%
Bad
The graduation rate at University of the West is very low - 29%. About 77% of the school's undergraduate students transfer to other colleges.
Student to faculty ratio at University of the West is great - 5:1. Learn more information on faculty at this college in the
Faculty & Salaries report.
Tuition and Loans
Average tuition cost is slightly high, $13,000 a year. The additional fees at University of the West not covered by tuition are about $1,200, which comes to $14,200 annually.
Read the details about University of the West additional charges as well as availability of loans and likelihood of repaying them upon graduation in the
Tuition & Loans report for this college.
Admissions Information
Acceptance
Rate
78%
According to recent data, 23 applications were submitted and 18 were accepted, so it is relatively easy to become a student at this school.
This college might accept dual credits and advanced placement credits (college-level courses taught in high school) earned prior to admission.
The undergraduate application fee at University of the West is $75.00. The graduate application fee is $75.00.
To receive the most accurate and up-to-date information about studying at University of the West and a program that best suits your goals and budget, call this school's general information office at (626) 571-8811 or check
University of the West Website.
Opportunities and Services
Safety
Grade
A
Safe
University of the West offers a distance learning option, study abroad programs, and evening/weekend study opportunity, which is a solid option for those who work full-time.
There are options for on-campus part-time employment at University of the West, which allows students to cover some of the tuition expenses.
University of the West offers on-campus housing. Dormitory capacity at this college accommodates around 200 students, which offers a nice on-campus housing opportunity.
Based on the college crime information, University of the West appears to be a safe school. Read the details in the
Campus Crime report for this college.
University of the West Location and Address
Postal Address:
University of the West
1409 Walnut Grove Ave
Rosemead, California
91770, USA