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West Coast University-Los Angeles

12215 Victory Boulevard, North Hollywood, CA 91606

Overview

  • OPEID/FAFSA College Code: 03698300
  • Assistant VP of Compliance: Bill Kakish
  • Type: Private For-Profit, 4-Year or Above
  • Calendar System: Semester
  • Highest Degree: Master's
  • Local Area: Large City
  • Student Enrollment: 830

West Coast University-Los Angeles

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Student Services Offered

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

Special Learning Opportunities

  • Distance Learning
  • Study Abroad
  • Weekend / Evening Classes Available

Website:

www.westcoastuniversity.edu

Mission Statement

Our vision at West Coast University is to educate working adults so that they can become more successful in their professions.
We believe that demand has been steadily building for adult education that keeps pace with changes in industry and technology. Keeping ahead of the changes today requires continuous education.
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Parent Company

  • West Coast University Inc

Accreditation

  • Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools

Facilities and Programs Offered

  • Library Available

College Carnegie Classifications

  • Basic Classification
    • - Special Focus Institutions--Other Health Professions Schools
  • Enrollment Classification
    • - Exclusively Undergraduate Four-Year

Other Nearby Campus Locations

*Not all of the programs above may be offered

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 West Coast University-Los Angeles directly to learn more about what is currently being offered.

Health and Clinical Professions

 CertificateAssociateBachelorMasterMore Actions
Health Care Administration Degree-16-
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Nursing Degree-21311-
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Nursing Education Degree----
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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 West Coast University-Los Angeles accepts. Some of the details provided may include admissions application requirements and recommendations.

Also, make sure to visit the admissions office webpage (http://westcoastuniversity.edu), where you can learn more about any additional application requirements and deadlines.

The West Coast University-Los Angeles admissions office phone number is (877) 505-4928. This is the last updated number we have on file, please contact us if incorrect.

You can also apply online here: http://westcoastuniversity.edu

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Application Fees

  • Undergraduate Application Fee: $75.00 Fall 2011

College Credits Accepted

None Available

Considerations for Admission

  • Admission Test Scores (SAT ®, ACT ®, ...)
    • - Recommended
  • Other Tests (Wonderlic, WISC-III, etc.)
    • - Required

Undergraduate Admissions Fall 2011

 MaleFemaleTotal
Number of Applicants40107147
Number Granted Admission (%)23 (58%)60 (56%)83 (56%)
Number Admitted Who Enrolled (%)19 (83%)35 (58%)54 (65%)

Enrollment Data

Overall Student Enrollment

  • Total Student Enrollment: 830

    • - Undergraduate: 819

    - Graduate: 11

Student Gender

  • Total Student Gender

    • - Male: 362

    - Female: 1,430

    - Ratio of Men to Women: 0.3 : 1

  • Undergraduate Gender

    • - Male: 362

    - Female: 1,430

    - Ratio of Men to Women: 0.3 : 1

Student Attendance

  • Total Student Attendance

    • - Full-Time: 1,070

    - Part-Time: 722

  • Undergraduate Attendance

    • - Full-Time: 1,070

    - Part-Time: 722

Student Race Breakdown

 NumberPercent
Non-Resident Alien--
American Indian101%
Black506%
Asian36344%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander20.2%
Hispanic16019%
White20324%
Unknown81%

Student Age Breakdown

 NumberPercent
Age Under 1810.06%
Ages 18-19342%
Ages 20-211619%
Ages 22-2435420%
Ages 25-2949428%
Ages 30-3426515%
Ages 35-3919411%
Ages 40-4920712%
Ages 50-65784%
Age Over 6520.1%
Age Unknown20.1%

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: 100%
  • Part-Time Students: 70%

Overall Graduation Rates

 (%) of Entering Class
All Students81%

Graduation Rates By Gender

 (%) of Entering Class
Male83%
Female80%

Graduation Rates By Race

 (%) of Entering Class
American Indian100%
Black40%
Asian87%
Hispanic83%
White83%

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

  • Tuition Payment Plan

    - Allows tuition to be paid in installments over an agreed upon period of time.

To get a personalized estimate for the cost of attending West Coast University-Los Angeles, visit their online calculator by clicking the following link: http://westcoastuniversity.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$29,924$36,523$43,216
$0 - $30,000$31,224$40,163$44,778
$30,000 - $48,000$30,132$40,642$44,825
$75,001 - $110,000$39,561$40,574-
More Than $110,000$39,561$42,641-

Undergraduate Student Tuition, Fees, and Expenses

2011-122010-112009-10
In-District Tuition and Fees$32,702$33,544$32,075
In-State Tuition and Fees$32,702$33,544$32,075
Out of State Tuition and Fees$32,702$33,544$32,075
Books and Supplies$1,656$1,650$1,650

Undergraduate Housing Expenses

2011-122010-112009-10
Off Campus
Room and Board$16,578$15,330$15,220
Other Expenses$1,206$1,200$1,300
Off Campus with Family
Other Expenses$1,071$1,200$1,160

Undergraduate Total Expenses

2011-122010-112009-10
On Campus
In-District$34,358$35,194$33,725
In-State$34,358$35,194$33,725
Out of State$34,358$35,194$33,725
Off Campus
In-District$52,142$51,724$50,245
In-State$52,142$51,724$50,245
Out of State$52,142$51,724$50,245
Off Campus with Family
In-District$35,429$36,244$34,885
In-State$35,429$36,244$34,885
Out of State$35,429$36,244$34,885

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 West Coast University-Los Angeles financial aid office phone number is (323) 668-7555. This is the most up to date contact information we have, please contact us if incorrect.

Financial Aid Office Webpage

Financial Aid Office

Financial Aid Breakdown 2010-11

 # Receiving Aid% Receiving AidAverage Amount
Any Financial Aid2151%-
Any Grant or Scholarship Aid615%$11,480
All Federal Grants615%$5,558
Pell Grants615%$5,225
Other Federal Grants410%$500
State/Local Grants & Scholarships37%$6,730
Institutional Grants & Scholarships37%$5,112
All Student Loans1741%$15,113
Federal Student Loans1434%$10,357
Other Student Loans410%$27,980

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 (%)3.7%-1.9%
Number in Default16-2
Number in Repayment423260101

Faculty & Instructors

Employee Type Breakdown

 TotalFull-TimePart-Time
Total Employees1167145
Faculty Status632142
Instruction, Research and/or Public Service632142
Primarily Instruction632142
Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial1616-
Other Professionals26242
Technical and/or Paraprofessional11101
Clerical And Secretarial11101

Full-Time Faculty Average Salary Breakdown

 TotalMaleFemale
11/12 Month Contract
All Faculty$90,651 (21)$82,175 (7)$94,889 (14)
Instructor$90,651 (21)$82,175 (7)$94,889 (14)
Equated 9 Month Contract
All Faculty$74,171 (21)$67,236 (7)$77,638 (14)
Instructor$74,171 (21)$67,236 (7)$77,638 (14)
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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