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Westwood College - Los Angeles

3250 Wilshire Blvd Ste 400, Los Angeles, CA 90010

Overview

  • OPEID/FAFSA College Code: 03072700
  • Campus President: Dewayne Johnson
  • Fax: (213) 382-2468
  • Type: Private For-Profit, 4-Year or Above
  • Calendar System: Quarter
  • Highest Degree: Master's
  • Local Area: Large City
  • Student Enrollment: 5,257

Westwood College - Los Angeles

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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 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 Colleges--Diverse Fields
  • Undergraduate Classification
    • - Professions Focus, Some Graduate Coexistence
  • Graduate Classification
    • - Single Postbaccalaureate (Business)
  • Undergraduate Profile Classification
    • - Higher Part-Time Four-Year
  • Enrollment Classification
    • - Very High Undergraduate
  • Size Classification
    • - 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 - Los Angeles directly to learn more about what is currently being offered.

Business and Marketing Studies

 AssociateBachelorMaster
Business Administration Degree-79103
Construction Management Degree-16-
E-Commerce Degree-1-
Fashion Merchandising Degree-24-
Hospitality Administration and Management Degree---

Communication Technology

 AssociateBachelorMaster
Animation, Video Graphics and Special Effects Degree-32-

Computer and Information Sciences

 AssociateBachelorMaster
Computer and Information Systems Security Degree-34-
Computer Graphics Degree-84-
Computer Programming Degree6--
Computer Software and Media Applications, Other Degree-62-
Computer Information Technology Services Administration and Management, Other Degree---
Information Technology Degree40--
System, Networking, and Lan or Wan Management Degree-46-
Web and Digital Design Degree-33-

Engineering Technology

 AssociateBachelorMaster
Architectural Drafting cad Degree---

Health and Clinical Professions

 AssociateBachelorMaster
Health Care Administration Degree-14-

Legal Professions and Studies

 AssociateBachelorMaster
Paralegal Degree32--

Security and Protective Services

 AssociateBachelorMaster
Law Enforcement Administration Degree-135-

Visual and Performing Arts

 AssociateBachelorMaster
Design and Visual Communications Degree-39-
Graphic Design Degree37--
Interior Design Degree-31-

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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 - Los Angeles 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 - Los Angeles admissions office phone number is (213) 739-9999. This is the last updated number we have on file, please contact us if incorrect.

Application Fees

  • Undergraduate Application Fee: $50.00 Fall 2011
  • Graduate 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 Applicants6374111,048
Number Granted Admission (%)305 (48%)192 (47%)497 (47%)
Number Admitted Who Enrolled (%)121 (40%)74 (39%)195 (39%)

Enrollment Data

Overall Student Enrollment

  • Total Student Enrollment: 5,257

    • - Undergraduate: 5,071

    - Graduate: 186

Student Gender

  • Total Student Gender

    • - Male: 2,130

    - Female: 1,838

    - Ratio of Men to Women: 1.2 : 1

  • Undergraduate Gender

    • - Male: 2,113

    - Female: 1,817

    - Ratio of Men to Women: 1.2 : 1

  • Graduate Gender

    • - Male: 17

    - Female: 21

    - Ratio of Men to Women: 0.8 : 1

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

 NumberPercent
Non-Resident Alien10.02%
American Indian350.7%
Black69513%
Asian1042%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander--
Hispanic59511%
White2,44046%
Unknown1,21423%

Student Age Breakdown

 NumberPercent
Age Under 1820.05%
Ages 18-193238%
Ages 20-2142211%
Ages 22-2466717%
Ages 25-291,00625%
Ages 30-3465917%
Ages 35-393639%
Ages 40-493719%
Ages 50-651494%
Age Over 6540.1%
Age Unknown20.05%

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: 29%
  • Part-Time Students: 27%

Overall Graduation Rates

 (%) of Entering Class
All Students16%

Graduation Rates By Gender

 (%) of Entering Class
Male15%
Female18%

Graduation Rates By Race

 (%) of Entering Class
American Indian-
Black8%
Asian-
Hispanic27%
White10%
Unknown24%

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 - Los Angeles, 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$22,494$18,953$22,140
    $0 - $30,000$23,557$20,616$20,431
    $30,000 - $48,000$24,303$20,480$22,418
    $48,001 - $75,000$25,819$22,968$22,589
    $75,001 - $110,000$25,899$24,383$22,860
    More Than $110,000$26,171$25,313$23,055

    Undergraduate Student Tuition, Fees, and Expenses

    2011-122010-112009-10
    In-District Tuition and Fees$15,121$14,447$14,270
    In-State Tuition and Fees$15,121$14,447$14,270
    Out of State Tuition and Fees$15,121$14,447$14,270
    Books and Supplies$2,150$1,275$980

    Undergraduate Housing Expenses

    2011-122010-112009-10
    Off Campus
    Room and Board$7,099$7,148$7,353
    Other Expenses$7,643$7,743$6,228
    Off Campus with Family
    Other Expenses$9,581$7,743$8,828

    Undergraduate Total Expenses

    2011-122010-112009-10
    On Campus
    In-District$17,271$15,722$15,250
    In-State$17,271$15,722$15,250
    Out of State$17,271$15,722$15,250
    Off Campus
    In-District$32,013$30,613$28,831
    In-State$32,013$30,613$28,831
    Out of State$32,013$30,613$28,831
    Off Campus with Family
    In-District$26,852$25,400$24,078
    In-State$26,852$25,400$24,078
    Out of State$26,852$25,400$24,078

    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 - Los Angeles financial aid office phone number is (213) 739-9999. 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 Aid404100%-
    Any Grant or Scholarship Aid35487%$5,925
    All Federal Grants35086%$5,184
    Pell Grants35086%$4,737
    Other Federal Grants21052%$746
    State/Local Grants & Scholarships389%$4,273
    Institutional Grants & Scholarships8020%$1,507
    All Student Loans38194%$5,208
    Federal Student Loans35186%$3,897
    Other Student Loans24761%$2,496

    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 (%)11.7%13.5%11.8%
    Number in Default188209177
    Number in Repayment1,6001,5411,499

    Crime & Safety

    Arrests Made Per Year

    This table reports the number of arrests made 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
    Liquor Related-1-

    Faculty & Instructors

    Employee Type Breakdown

     TotalFull-TimePart-Time
    Total Employees700284416
    Instruction, Research and/or Public Service43725412
    Primarily Instruction43725412
    Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial5454-
    Other Professionals1811792
    Technical and/or Paraprofessional28262
    Clerical And Secretarial27252
    Service and/or Maintenance11-

    Full-Time Faculty Average Salary Breakdown

     TotalMaleFemale
    11/12 Month Contract
    All Faculty$54,857 (25)$55,220 (15)$54,313 (10)
    Equated 9 Month Contract
    All Faculty$44,884 (25)$45,181 (15)$44,439 (10)
    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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