GOLDEN WEST COLLEGE (GWC)
- 15744 Goldenwest St.
- Huntington Beach, CA 92647
- OPEID College Code: 00120600
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- General Phone: (714) 892-7711
- President: Wes Bryan
- Type: Public, 2-Year
- Calendar System: Semester
- Highest Degree: Associate's
- Local Area: Large Suburb
- Student Enrollment: 13,978
- College Alias: GWC
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Located in the coastal community of Huntington Beach, also known as "Surf City," Golden West College's 122-acre college is regarded as one of the most beautiful campuses in Southern California.
GWC is a two-year, medium sized campus, serving approximately 14,000 students per semester. We offer an Associate in Arts (AA) Degree, a strong university transfer program, Career & Technical Education, student support services, and Community Services, not-for-credit, programs. We provide a safe and secure location, a multicultural environment, and an active student body.
GWC is a great beginning for a variety of students' goals and interests in higher education. We invite you to explore the Oceans of Opportunity that await you at Golden West.
Golden West College is accredited by the following agencies:
Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges of the Western Association of Schools and Colleges
10 Commercial Boulevard, Suite 204
Novato, CA 94949
(415) 506-0234
California Board of Registered Nursing
P.O. Box 944210 400 R. Street, Suite 4030
Sacramento, CA 95814
(916) 322-3350
National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission
61 Broadway - 33rd floor
New York, NY 10006
(800) 669-1656 ext.153
(212) 363-5555
California State Board of Cosmetology
P.O. Box 944226
Sacramento, CA 94244-2260
(800) 952-5210
National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation (NATEF)
101 Blue Seal Drive, Suite 101
Leesburg, Virginia 20175
(703) 669-6650
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- Student Services
- Remedial Services Offered
- Academic or Career Counseling Services Offered
- Employment Services Offered
- Placement Services For Graduates Offered
- On-Campus Day Care Available
- Special Learning Opportunities
- Distance Learning Opportunities
- Study Abroad Opportunities
- Weekend / Evening Classes Available
- Website
- www.goldenwestcollege.edu
- Mission Statement
- The mission of Golden West College is to support students' goals and interests in higher education, develop their employment skills, prepare them to be productive citizens, and respond to community needs by providing a range and variety of educational programs; two year degrees; transfer preparation; career and technical training, and remedial activities. We encourage all members of our learning communities to grow to their maximum potential as they contribute to the well-being of our diverse society.
Accreditation
- Western Association of Schools and Colleges, Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges
- Facilities and Programs Offered
- Library Available
- College Carnegie Classifications
- Basic Classification Associates--Public Suburban-Serving Multicampus
- Undergraduate Classification Associates
- Undergraduate Profile Classification Higher Part-Time Two-Year
- Enrollment Classification Exclusively Undergraduate Two-Year
- Size Classification Large Two-Year
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- College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credit
- Life Experience Credit
- AP Credit
- Applicant Considerations
- Open Admission Policy Accepts Any Student Who Applies
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The following figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future financial aid details. Financial aid is available for those who qualify.
- Financial Aid Links and Information
- Percent of Students Receiving Financial Aid: 45%
Financial Aid Breakdown 2008-09
| Loan | Federal Grant | State/Local Grant | Institutional Grant | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (%) of Students Receiving | 3% | 31% | 44% | - |
| Avg Amount Receiving | $4,950 | $4,102 | $834 | - |
Federal Loan Default Rates
| 2008 | 2007 | 2006 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Default Rate (%) | 11.6% | 8.3% | 13.2% |
| Number in Default | 35 | 26 | 60 |
| Number in Repayment | 300 | 313 | 454 |
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
Undergraduate Student Expenses
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The following figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition or fees. Please contact this school directly to get a current and accurate tuition and fee schedule.
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| 2009-10 | 2008-09 | 2007-08 | |
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| Tuition, Fees and Other Expenses | |||
| In-District Tuition and Fees | $687 | $564 | $565 |
| In-State Tuition and Fees | $686 | $564 | $565 |
| Out of State Tuition and Fees | $4,862 | $4,400 | $4,209 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,000 | $1,000 | $1,000 |
| Housing Expenses | |||
| Off Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $9,000 | $9,000 | $8,900 |
| Other Expenses | $3,700 | $3,700 | $3,600 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| Other Expenses | $4,800 | $3,700 | $4,700 |
| Total Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| In-District | $1,687 | $1,564 | $1,565 |
| In-State | $1,686 | $1,564 | $1,565 |
| Out of State | $5,862 | $5,400 | $5,209 |
| Off Campus | |||
| In-District | $14,387 | $14,264 | $14,065 |
| In-State | $14,386 | $14,264 | $14,065 |
| Out of State | $18,562 | $18,100 | $17,709 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| In-District | $6,487 | $6,364 | $6,265 |
| In-State | $6,486 | $6,364 | $6,265 |
| Out of State | $10,662 | $10,200 | $9,909 |
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
Awarded Student Degrees and Programs
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The following list is not a comprehensive or current list of degrees or programs offered, please contact this school directly to learn more about what is currently being offered.
- Overall Student Enrollment
- Total Student Enrollment: 13,978 Undergraduate: 13,978
- Student Gender
- Total Student Gender Male: 6,263 Female: 7,715
- Undergraduate Gender Male: 6,263 Female: 7,715
- Student Attendance
- Total Student Attendance Full-Time: 4,452 Part-Time: 9,526
- Undergraduate Attendance Full-Time: 4,452 Part-Time: 9,526
Student Race Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Resident Alien | 300 | 2% |
| American Indian | - | - |
| Black | - | - |
| Asian | - | - |
| Hispanic | - | - |
| White | - | - |
| Unknown | 615 | 4% |
Student Age Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Age Under 18 | 260 | 2% |
| Ages 18-19 | 3,271 | 23% |
| Ages 20-21 | 2,831 | 20% |
| Ages 22-24 | 2,499 | 18% |
| Ages 25-29 | 2,074 | 15% |
| Ages 30-34 | 939 | 7% |
| Ages 35-39 | 633 | 5% |
| Ages 40-49 | 836 | 6% |
| Ages 50-65 | 534 | 4% |
| Age Over 65 | 100 | 0.7% |
| Age Unknown | 1 | 0.01% |
Employee Type Breakdown
| Total | Full-Time | Part-Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employees | 676 | 387 | 289 |
| Faculty Status | 439 | 165 | 274 |
| Tenured Faculty | 128 | 128 | - |
| Instruction, Research and/or Public Service | 439 | 165 | 274 |
| Primarily Instruction | 439 | 165 | 274 |
| Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial | 40 | 39 | 1 |
| Technical and/or Paraprofessional | 197 | 183 | 14 |
| Clerical And Secretarial | 86 | 79 | 7 |
| Skilled Crafts | 7 | 7 | - |
| Service and/or Maintenance | 34 | 31 | 3 |
Faculty Full-Time Average Salary Breakdown
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9/10 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $95,324 (144) | $98,535 (74) | $91,929 (70) |
| Instructor | $95,324 (144) | $98,535 (74) | $91,929 (70) |
| 11/12 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $96,621 (13) | $93,740 (3) | $97,485 (10) |
| Instructor | $96,621 (13) | $93,740 (3) | $97,485 (10) |
| Equated 9 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $93,977 (157) | $97,685 (77) | $90,408 (80) |
| Instructor | $93,977 (157) | $97,685 (77) | $90,408 (80) |
Overall Athletic Team Information
| Total | Men's Teams | Women's Teams | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Participants | |||
| All Athletes | 341 | 239 | 102 |
| Unduplicated Athletes | 321 | 222 | 99 |
| Baseball | 34 | 34 | - |
| Football | 91 | 91 | - |
| Soccer | 56 | 33 | 23 |
| Softball | 15 | - | 15 |
| Swimming and Diving | 36 | 19 | 17 |
| Track and Field, Outdoor | 28 | 19 | 9 |
| Track and Field, X-Country | 12 | 7 | 5 |
| Volleyball | 27 | 14 | 13 |
| Water Polo | 42 | 22 | 20 |
| Coaches Salaries | |||
| Head Coaches | - | $16,991 | $13,526 |
| Assistant Coaches | - | $6,447 | $6,669 |
| Coaches | |||
| All Coaches | 49 | 30 | 19 |
| Baseball | 4 | 4 | - |
| Head Coaches | 1 | 1 | - |
| Assistant Coaches | 3 | 3 | - |
| Football | 9 | 9 | - |
| Head Coaches | 1 | 1 | - |
| Assistant Coaches | 8 | 8 | - |
| Soccer | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Softball | 4 | - | 4 |
| Head Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 3 | - | 3 |
| Swimming and Diving | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Track and Field, Outdoor | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Track and Field, X-Country | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Volleyball | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Water Polo | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 3 | 2 | 1 |
- Retention Rates
- Full-Time Entering Students Retained: 47%
- Part-Time Entering Students Retained: 24%
Graduation Rates
| (%) of Entering Class | |
|---|---|
| Overall | |
| All Students | 28% |
| By Gender | |
| Male | 24% |
| Female | 31% |
| By Race | |
| Non-Resident Alien | 90% |
| Unknown | 27% |
Crime Statistics
| 2007-08 | 2006-07 | |
|---|---|---|
| Criminal Offenses | ||
| On Campus | ||
| Burglary | 3 | 1 |
| Vehicle Theft | 10 | 10 |
Golden West College Reviews
1 Review Submitted For Golden West College
- Reviewed on: February 29, 2012
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- I really like GWC! It has great transfer programs to 4-year schools. There is a good Transfer Center where they can help you figure out what classes you need to finish up here. The GWC campus is really nice.
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
