WESTWOOD COLLEGE - LOS ANGELES
- 3250 Wilshire Blvd Ste 400
- Los Angeles, CA 90010
- OPEID College Code: 03072700
- General Phone: (213) 739-9999
- Campus President: Dewayne Johnson
- Type: Private For-Profit, 4-Year or Above
- Calendar System: Quarter
- Highest Degree: Master's
- Local Area: Large City
- Student Enrollment: 3,968
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Westwood College - Los Angeles - Details
General
Admission
Financial Aid
Tuition and Fees
Degrees Offered
Enrolled Students
Faculty and Wages
Graduation Rates
Campus Security
- Student Services
- Remedial Services Offered
- Academic or Career Counseling Services Offered
- Employment Services Offered
- Placement Services For Graduates Offered
- Special Learning Opportunities
- Distance Learning Opportunities
- 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.
Accreditation
- Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools
- North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, The Higher Learning Commission
- Facilities and Programs Offered
- Library Available
- College Carnegie Classifications
- Basic Classification Baccalaureate/Associates Colleges
- Undergraduate Classification Associates Dominant
- Undergraduate Profile Classification Full-Time Four-Year, Inclusive
- Enrollment Classification Exclusively Undergraduate Four-Year
- Size Classification Very Small Four-Year, Primarily Nonresidential
Westwood College - Los Angeles Campus Map
Other Campus Locations
- Santa Barbara Business College
Bakersfield, CA 93309
99 Miles Away - Santa Barbara Business College
Santa Maria, CA 93454
136 Miles Away
- Santa Barbara Business College
Ventura, CA 93003
55 Miles Away
- Admission Fees
- Undergraduate Application Fee: $50.00
- Graduate Application Fee: $50.00
- College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credit
- AP Credit
- Applicant Considerations
- Open Admission Policy Accepts Any Student Who Applies
Note:
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: 69%
Financial Aid Breakdown 2008-09
| Loan | Federal Grant | State/Local Grant | Institutional Grant | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (%) of Students Receiving | 68% | 60% | 4% | 5% |
| Avg Amount Receiving | $5,775 | $2,075 | $5,043 | $1,823 |
Federal Loan Default Rates
| 2008 | 2007 | 2006 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Default Rate (%) | 13.5% | 11.8% | 9.2% |
| Number in Default | 209 | 177 | 153 |
| Number in Repayment | 1,541 | 1,499 | 1,657 |
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
Undergraduate Student Expenses
Note:
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.
| 2009-10 | 2008-09 | 2007-08 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition, Fees and Other Expenses | |||
| In-District Tuition and Fees | $14,270 | $13,639 | $12,915 |
| In-State Tuition and Fees | $14,270 | $13,639 | $12,915 |
| Out of State Tuition and Fees | $14,270 | $13,639 | $12,915 |
| Books and Supplies | $980 | $944 | $888 |
| Housing Expenses | |||
| Off Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $7,353 | $6,534 | $6,450 |
| Other Expenses | $6,228 | $4,307 | $3,979 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| Other Expenses | $8,828 | $4,307 | $6,636 |
| Total Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| In-District | $15,250 | $14,583 | $13,803 |
| In-State | $15,250 | $14,583 | $13,803 |
| Out of State | $15,250 | $14,583 | $13,803 |
| Off Campus | |||
| In-District | $28,831 | $25,424 | $24,232 |
| In-State | $28,831 | $25,424 | $24,232 |
| Out of State | $28,831 | $25,424 | $24,232 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| In-District | $24,078 | $21,445 | $20,439 |
| In-State | $24,078 | $21,445 | $20,439 |
| Out of State | $24,078 | $21,445 | $20,439 |
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
Awarded Student Degrees and Programs
Note:
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.
| Associate | Bachelor | Master | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Business and Marketing Studies | |||
| Business Administration Degree | - | 59 | 31 |
| Construction Management Degree | - | - | - |
| E-Commerce Degree | - | 6 | - |
| Fashion Merchandising Degree | - | 20 | - |
| Communication Technology | |||
| Animation, Video Graphics and Special Effects Degree | - | 43 | - |
| Computer and Information Sciences | |||
| Computer and Information Systems Security Degree | - | 27 | - |
| Computer Graphics Degree | - | 69 | - |
| Computer Software and Media Applications, Other Degree | 10 | 42 | - |
| Information Technology Degree | 20 | - | - |
| System, Networking, and Lan or Wan Management Degree | - | 43 | - |
| Web and Digital Design Degree | - | 35 | - |
| Health and Clinical Professions | |||
| Health Care Administration Degree | - | 3 | - |
| Legal Professions and Studies | |||
| Paralegal Degree | 24 | - | - |
| Security and Protective Services | |||
| Law Enforcement Administration Degree | - | 82 | - |
| Visual and Performing Arts | |||
| Design and Visual Communications Degree | - | 51 | - |
| Graphic Design Degree | 61 | - | - |
| Interior Design Degree | - | 20 | - |
- Overall Student Enrollment
- Total Student Enrollment: 3,968 Undergraduate: 3,930 Graduate: 38
- Student Gender
- Total Student Gender Male: 2,130 Female: 1,838
- Undergraduate Gender Male: 2,113 Female: 1,817
- Graduate Gender Male: 17 Female: 21
- Student Attendance
- Total Student Attendance Full-Time: 2,344 Part-Time: 1,624
- Undergraduate Attendance Full-Time: 2,313 Part-Time: 1,617
- Graduate Attendance Full-Time: 31 Part-Time: 7
Student Race Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Resident Alien | 65 | 2% |
| American Indian | - | - |
| Black | - | - |
| Asian | - | - |
| Hispanic | - | - |
| White | - | - |
| Unknown | 2,639 | 67% |
Student Age Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Age Under 18 | 2 | 0.05% |
| Ages 18-19 | 323 | 8% |
| Ages 20-21 | 422 | 11% |
| Ages 22-24 | 667 | 17% |
| Ages 25-29 | 1,006 | 25% |
| Ages 30-34 | 659 | 17% |
| Ages 35-39 | 363 | 9% |
| Ages 40-49 | 371 | 9% |
| Ages 50-65 | 149 | 4% |
| Age Over 65 | 4 | 0.1% |
| Age Unknown | 2 | 0.05% |
Employee Type Breakdown
| Total | Full-Time | Part-Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employees | 962 | 636 | 326 |
| Faculty Status | 360 | 37 | 323 |
| Graduate Assistants | 24 | - | 24 |
| Instruction, Research and/or Public Service | 360 | 37 | 323 |
| Primarily Instruction | 360 | 37 | 323 |
| Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial | 125 | 125 | - |
| Other Professionals | 449 | 446 | 3 |
| Technical and/or Paraprofessional | 28 | 28 | - |
| Clerical And Secretarial | 27 | 27 | - |
| Service and/or Maintenance | 1 | 1 | - |
Faculty Full-Time Average Salary Breakdown
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11/12 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $53,647 (37) | $54,494 (23) | $52,255 (14) |
| Equated 9 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $43,894 (37) | $44,587 (23) | $42,755 (14) |
- Retention Rates
- Full-Time Entering Students Retained: 38%
- Part-Time Entering Students Retained: 31%
Graduation Rates
| (%) of Entering Class | |
|---|---|
| Overall | |
| All Students | 21% |
| By Gender | |
| Male | 24% |
| Female | 15% |
| By Race | |
| Unknown | - |
Crime Statistics
| 2007-08 | 2006-07 | |
|---|---|---|
| Criminal Offenses | ||
| On Campus | ||
| Burglary | - | 1 |
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Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009