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Westwood College - South Bay

19700 S. Vermont Avenue, Suite 100, Torrance, CA 90502

Overview

  • OPEID/FAFSA College Code: 01162600
  • Campus President: Chris Turen
  • Fax: (310) 525-1260
  • Type: Private For-Profit, 4-Year or Above
  • Calendar System: Quarter
  • Highest Degree: Bachelor's
  • Local Area: Large City
  • Student Enrollment: 780

Westwood College - South Bay

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Student Services Offered

  • Remedial Services
  • Academic or Career Counseling Services
  • Employment Services
  • Placement Assistance For Graduates

Special Learning Opportunities

  • Distance Learning
  • Weekend / Evening Classes Available

Website:

www.westwood.edu

Mission Statement

Westwood College is an institution of higher learning dedicated to providing quality, career-focused undergraduate and graduate programs that prepare students with the knowledge, skills, and credentials needed to launch, enhance, or change careers. The College offers broad access to education and serves a diverse, multicultural body of students in an environment that promotes pride, respect, and teamwork. The College's programs are designed to empower students to pursue their individual career goals.
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Parent Company

  • Westwood College

Accreditation

  • Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges

Facilities and Programs Offered

  • Library Available

College Carnegie Classifications

  • Basic Classification
    • - Baccalaureate Colleges--Diverse Fields
  • Undergraduate Classification
    • - Professions Focus, No Graduate Coexistence
  • Undergraduate Profile Classification
    • - Full-Time Four-Year, Inclusive
  • Enrollment Classification
    • - Exclusively Undergraduate Four-Year
  • Size Classification
    • - Very Small Four-Year, Primarily Nonresidential

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Degrees & Programs

Awarded Student Degrees and Programs

The following is not a comprehensive or current list of degrees or programs offered. The table below details the number of degrees or certificates that were awarded in the 2010-11 school year to graduates broken down by degree or major type. Please contact Westwood College - South Bay directly to learn more about what is currently being offered.

Business and Marketing Studies

 AssociateBachelor
Business Administration Degree-1
Construction Management Degree-8

Computer and Information Sciences

 AssociateBachelor
Computer and Information Systems Security Degree-9
Computer Graphics Degree-4
Computer Software and Media Applications, Other Degree--
Information Technology Degree--
System, Networking, and Lan or Wan Management Degree--

Engineering Technology

 AssociateBachelor
Architectural Drafting cad Degree3-

Health and Clinical Professions

 AssociateBachelor
Health Care Administration Degree--

Legal Professions and Studies

 AssociateBachelor
Paralegal Degree1-

Security and Protective Services

 AssociateBachelor
Law Enforcement Administration Degree-85

Visual and Performing Arts

 AssociateBachelor
Design and Visual Communications Degree-6
Graphic Design Degree--
Interior Design Degree-5

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Admissions

Disclaimer

The admissions information is provided for informational purposes only and does not represent current or future admissions policy.

Admissions Summary

Prospective students should view the admission and application details below to get a better idea of the candidates Westwood College - South Bay accepts. Some of the details provided may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any college credits that may be accepted.

The Westwood College - South Bay admissions office phone number is (310) 965-0888. This is the last updated number we have on file, please contact us if incorrect.

Application Fees

  • Undergraduate Application Fee: $50.00 Fall 2011

College Credits Accepted

  • Dual Credit
  • AP Credit

Considerations for Admission

  • Other Tests (Wonderlic, WISC-III, etc.)
    • - Required

Undergraduate Admissions Fall 2011

 MaleFemaleTotal
Number of Applicants113130243
Number Granted Admission (%)62 (55%)67 (52%)129 (53%)
Number Admitted Who Enrolled (%)32 (52%)28 (42%)60 (47%)

Enrollment Data

Overall Student Enrollment

  • Total Student Enrollment: 780

    • - Undergraduate: 780

Student Gender

  • Total Student Gender

    • - Male: 293

    - Female: 431

    - Ratio of Men to Women: 0.7 : 1

  • Undergraduate Gender

    • - Male: 293

    - Female: 431

    - Ratio of Men to Women: 0.7 : 1

Student Attendance

  • Total Student Attendance

    • - Full-Time: 595

    - Part-Time: 129

  • Undergraduate Attendance

    • - Full-Time: 595

    - Part-Time: 129

Student Race Breakdown

 NumberPercent
Non-Resident Alien--
American Indian10.1%
Black11715%
Asian365%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander--
Hispanic26334%
White466%
Unknown30839%

Student Age Breakdown

 NumberPercent
Ages 18-1913419%
Ages 20-2112217%
Ages 22-2416323%
Ages 25-2913519%
Ages 30-346910%
Ages 35-39497%
Ages 40-49304%
Ages 50-65162%
Age Over 6510.1%
Age Unknown50.7%

Graduation Rates

Disclaimer

The data listed below is for informational purposes only. Although graduation, transfer, and retention rates should be included in determining the performance of a school, it is only one of many factors to consider and may not provide a clear representation of the school's performance. These figures are based on a cohort or subset of students.

Graduation and Retention Rates Quick Facts

Retention Rates

The retention rate figures represent the percentage of first time students (full-time or part-time) that complete the first year and return the following year.

  • Full-Time Students: 56%
  • Part-Time Students: 25%

Overall Graduation Rates

 (%) of Entering Class
All Students34%

Graduation Rates By Gender

 (%) of Entering Class
Male29%
Female38%

Graduation Rates By Race

 (%) of Entering Class
Black-
Asian33%
Hispanic46%
White100%
Unknown18%

Tuition & Fees

Disclaimer:

The figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition, fees, and expenses.

Tuition and Fees Quick Facts

Alternative Tuition Plans Offered

    To get a personalized estimate for the cost of attending Westwood College - South Bay, visit their online calculator by clicking the following link: http://ccc.westwood.edu

    Estimated Cost of Attendance or "Net Price" for Full-Time Beginning Students

    The "Net Price" figures apply to undergraduate students beginning full-time enrollment who have paid the in-state/district tuition and were awarded grants or scholarships.

     2010-112009-102008-09
    Average Net Price$19,863$20,921$20,492
    $0 - $30,000$23,026$20,713$20,734
    $30,000 - $48,000$23,073$22,244$23,435
    $48,001 - $75,000$23,540$23,552$25,264
    $75,001 - $110,000$28,186$26,452-

    Undergraduate Student Tuition, Fees, and Expenses

    2011-122010-112009-10
    In-District Tuition and Fees$15,020$14,317$14,212
    In-State Tuition and Fees$15,020$14,317$14,212
    Out of State Tuition and Fees$15,020$14,317$14,212
    Books and Supplies$2,130$1,094$1,085

    Undergraduate Housing Expenses

    2011-122010-112009-10
    Off Campus
    Room and Board$7,454$7,552$7,353
    Other Expenses$8,075$8,181$7,654
    Off Campus with Family
    Other Expenses$10,094$8,181$9,754

    Undergraduate Total Expenses

    2011-122010-112009-10
    On Campus
    In-District$17,150$15,411$15,297
    In-State$17,150$15,411$15,297
    Out of State$17,150$15,411$15,297
    Off Campus
    In-District$32,679$31,144$30,304
    In-State$32,679$31,144$30,304
    Out of State$32,679$31,144$30,304
    Off Campus with Family
    In-District$27,244$25,638$25,051
    In-State$27,244$25,638$25,051
    Out of State$27,244$25,638$25,051

    Financial Aid

    Disclaimer

    The figures listed below are for informational purposes only and does not represent current or future financial aid details. Financial aid is available for those who qualify.

    Financial Aid Quick Facts

    Financial Aid Office Phone Number

    The Westwood College - South Bay financial aid office phone number is (310) 965-0888. This is the most up to date contact information we have, please contact us if incorrect.

    Financial Aid Breakdown 2010-11

     # Receiving Aid% Receiving AidAverage Amount
    Any Financial Aid91100%-
    Any Grant or Scholarship Aid8897%$7,777
    All Federal Grants8897%$6,384
    Pell Grants8897%$5,902
    Other Federal Grants8088%$530
    State/Local Grants & Scholarships1415%$3,160
    Institutional Grants & Scholarships4246%$1,865
    All Student Loans8998%$12,371
    Federal Student Loans8796%$11,836
    Other Student Loans4549%$1,583

    Federal Loans - Student Repayment Default Rates

    This table shows the number and percentage of students who received federal student loans but had problems paying them back. A high default rate may represent a lack of quality instruction or a poor hiring climate for graduates of a school.

     200920082007
    Default Rate (%)14.6%8.4%11.4%
    Number in Default1084438
    Number in Repayment735521332

    Crime & Safety

    Criminal Offenses Per Year

    This table reports the number of criminal charges per year that took place both on and off campus. These figures were reported by the institutions themselves and have not been subject to independent review.

     2010-112009-102008-09
    On Campus
    Robbery1--
    Burglary--3
    Nearby Public Area
    Vehicle Theft-2-

    Faculty & Instructors

    Employee Type Breakdown

     TotalFull-TimePart-Time
    Total Employees1384791
    Instruction, Research and/or Public Service97889
    Primarily Instruction97889
    Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial1313-
    Other Professionals21201
    Technical and/or Paraprofessional761
    Clerical And Secretarial761

    Full-Time Faculty Average Salary Breakdown

     TotalMaleFemale
    11/12 Month Contract
    All Faculty$51,657 (8)$49,150 (3)$53,161 (5)
    Equated 9 Month Contract
    All Faculty$42,266 (8)$40,215 (3)$43,496 (5)
    Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2011: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.
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