WEST COAST UNIVERSITY
- 12215 Victory Boulevard
- Los Angeles, CA 91606
- OPEID College Code: 03698300
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- General Phone: (323) 315-5207
- President/Ceo: David A. Pyle
- Type: Private For-Profit, 4-Year or Above
- Calendar System: Semester
- Highest Degree: Bachelor's
- Local Area: Large City
- Student Enrollment: 1,792
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West Coast University - Details
General
Admission
Financial Aid
Tuition and Fees
Degrees Offered
Enrolled Students
Faculty and Wages
Graduation Rates
- 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.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.
Accreditation
- Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools
- Facilities and Programs Offered
- Library Available
- College Carnegie Classifications
- Basic Classification Associates--Private For-Profit 4-Year Primarily Associates
- Undergraduate Classification Associates
- Undergraduate Profile Classification Higher Full-Time Two-Year
- Enrollment Classification Exclusively Undergraduate Two-Year
- Size Classification Very Small Two-Year
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- College Credits Accepted
None Available
- Applicant Considerations
- Other Tests (Wonderlic, WISC-III, etc.) Required
Undergraduate Admissions Fall 2008
| Male | Female | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of Applicants | 2 | 22 | 24 |
| Number Granted Admission (%) | 2 (100%) | 18 (82%) | 20 (83%) |
| Number Admitted Who Enrolled (%) | 2 (100%) | 18 (100%) | 20 (100%) |
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: 100%
Financial Aid Breakdown 2008-09
| Loan | Federal Grant | State/Local Grant | Institutional Grant | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (%) of Students Receiving | 100% | 48% | 1% | 1% |
| Avg Amount Receiving | $6,718 | $1,610 | $2,675 | $1,114 |
Federal Loan Default Rates
| 2008 | 2007 | 2006 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number in Repayment | 260 | 101 | 44 |
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.
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| 2009-10 | 2008-09 | 2007-08 | |
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| Tuition, Fees and Other Expenses | |||
| In-District Tuition and Fees | $22,565 | $29,650 | $15,631 |
| In-State Tuition and Fees | $22,565 | $29,650 | $15,631 |
| Out of State Tuition and Fees | $22,565 | $29,650 | $15,631 |
| Books and Supplies | $3,805 | $3,466 | $3,008 |
| Housing Expenses | |||
| Off Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $10,872 | $10,152 | $9,288 |
| Other Expenses | $3,996 | $4,014 | $3,888 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| Other Expenses | $4,140 | $4,014 | $3,888 |
| Total Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| In-District | $26,370 | $33,116 | $18,639 |
| In-State | $26,370 | $33,116 | $18,639 |
| Out of State | $26,370 | $33,116 | $18,639 |
| Off Campus | |||
| In-District | $41,238 | $47,282 | $31,815 |
| In-State | $41,238 | $47,282 | $31,815 |
| Out of State | $41,238 | $47,282 | $31,815 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| In-District | $30,510 | $37,130 | $22,527 |
| In-State | $30,510 | $37,130 | $22,527 |
| Out of State | $30,510 | $37,130 | $22,527 |
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 | |
|---|---|---|
| Health and Clinical Professions | ||
| Dental Hygiene Degree | - | - |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services, Other Degree | 4 | 10 |
| Nursing Degree | 375 | 12 |
- Overall Student Enrollment
- Total Student Enrollment: 1,792 Undergraduate: 1,792
- Student Gender
- Total Student Gender Male: 362 Female: 1,430
- Undergraduate Gender Male: 362 Female: 1,430
- Student Attendance
- Total Student Attendance Full-Time: 1,070 Part-Time: 722
- Undergraduate Attendance Full-Time: 1,070 Part-Time: 722
Student Race Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Resident Alien | - | - |
| American Indian | - | - |
| Black | - | - |
| Asian | - | - |
| Hispanic | - | - |
| White | - | - |
| Unknown | 139 | 8% |
Student Age Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Age Under 18 | 1 | 0.06% |
| Ages 18-19 | 34 | 2% |
| Ages 20-21 | 161 | 9% |
| Ages 22-24 | 354 | 20% |
| Ages 25-29 | 494 | 28% |
| Ages 30-34 | 265 | 15% |
| Ages 35-39 | 194 | 11% |
| Ages 40-49 | 207 | 12% |
| Ages 50-65 | 78 | 4% |
| Age Over 65 | 2 | 0.1% |
| Age Unknown | 2 | 0.1% |
Employee Type Breakdown
| Total | Full-Time | Part-Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employees | 216 | 109 | 107 |
| Faculty Status | 127 | 32 | 95 |
| Instruction, Research and/or Public Service | 127 | 32 | 95 |
| Primarily Instruction | 127 | 32 | 95 |
| Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial | 22 | 22 | - |
| Other Professionals | 47 | 47 | - |
| Technical and/or Paraprofessional | 20 | 8 | 12 |
| Clerical And Secretarial | 19 | 7 | 12 |
Faculty Full-Time Average Salary Breakdown
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9/10 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $90,000 (2) | - (-) | $90,000 (2) |
| Instructor | $90,000 (2) | - (-) | $90,000 (2) |
| 11/12 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $85,760 (22) | $77,779 (9) | $91,285 (13) |
| Instructor | $85,760 (22) | $77,779 (9) | $91,285 (13) |
| Equated 9 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $71,821 (24) | $63,639 (9) | $76,731 (15) |
| Instructor | $71,821 (24) | $63,639 (9) | $76,731 (15) |
Graduation Rates
Graduation Rates
| (%) of Entering Class | |
|---|---|
| Overall | |
| All Students | 57% |
| By Gender | |
| Male | 67% |
| Female | 57% |
| By Race | |
| American Indian | 100% |
| Black | 40% |
| Asian | 100% |
| Hispanic | 62% |
| White | 57% |
| Unknown | - |
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Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009