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University of the West (UWest)

1409 N Walnut Grove Ave, Rosemead, CA 91770

Overview

  • OPEID/FAFSA College Code: 03696300
  • President: Dr. Chin-Shun (Sam) Wu
  • Fax: (626) 571-1413
  • Type: Private Not-For-Profit, 4-Year or Above
  • Calendar System: Semester
  • Highest Degree: Doctoral - Research
  • Local Area: Large Suburb
  • Student Enrollment: 216
  • College Alias: UWest

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Student Services Offered

  • Remedial Services

Special Learning Opportunities

  • Distance Learning

Website:

www.uwest.edu

Mission Statement

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Campus Map

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Accreditation

  • Western Association of Schools and Colleges, Accrediting Commission for Senior Colleges and Universities

Facilities and Programs Offered

  • Library Available

College Carnegie Classifications

  • Basic Classification
    • - Baccalaureate Colleges--Diverse Fields
  • Undergraduate Classification
    • - Professions Plus Arts & Sciences, High Graduate Coexistence
  • Graduate Classification
    • - Single Doctoral (Other Field)
  • Undergraduate Profile Classification
    • - Higher Part-Time Four-Year
  • Enrollment Classification
    • - Majority Graduate/Professional
  • Size Classification
    • - Very Small Four-Year, Primarily Residential

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 University of the West directly to learn more about what is currently being offered.

Business and Marketing Studies

 CertificateBachelorMasterDoctorMore Actions
Business Administration Degree3521-
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Education

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Teaching English As Second Language Instructor Degree----
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English Language and Literature

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English Language and Literature Degree-3--
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Foreign Languages and Literature

 CertificateBachelorMasterDoctorMore Actions
Chinese Language and Literature Degree----
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Liberal Arts and Sciences

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General Studies Degree-1--
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Philosophy and Religious Studies

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Religious Studies, Other Degree--64
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Psychology

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Psychology Degree--2-
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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 UWest accepts. Some of the details provided may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any college credits that may be accepted.

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

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Application Fees

  • Undergraduate Application Fee: $75.00
  • Graduate Application Fee: $75.00

College Credits Accepted

  • AP Credit

Considerations for Admission

  • Open Admission Policy
    • - Accepts Any Student Who Applies

Enrollment Data

Overall Student Enrollment

  • Total Student Enrollment: 216

    • - Undergraduate: 61

    - Graduate: 155

Student Gender

  • Total Student Gender

    • - Male: 118

    - Female: 114

    - Ratio of Men to Women: 1.0 : 1

  • Undergraduate Gender

    • - Male: 39

    - Female: 34

    - Ratio of Men to Women: 1.1 : 1

  • Graduate Gender

    • - Male: 79

    - Female: 80

    - Ratio of Men to Women: 1.0 : 1

Student Attendance

  • Total Student Attendance

    • - Full-Time: 107

    - Part-Time: 125

  • Undergraduate Attendance

    • - Full-Time: 40

    - Part-Time: 33

  • Graduate Attendance

    • - Full-Time: 67

    - Part-Time: 92

Student Race Breakdown

 NumberPercent
Non-Resident Alien12056%
American Indian20.9%
Black42%
Asian4923%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander--
Hispanic94%
White2913%
Unknown--

Student Age Breakdown

 NumberPercent
Age Under 1810.4%
Ages 18-1973%
Ages 20-21136%
Ages 22-242310%
Ages 25-296126%
Ages 30-343314%
Ages 35-392310%
Ages 40-493415%
Ages 50-65219%
Age Unknown167%

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.

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: 67%

Overall Graduation Rates

 (%) of Entering Class
All Students-

Graduation Rates By Gender

 (%) of Entering Class
Male-
Female-

Graduation Rates By Race

 (%) of Entering Class
Asian-

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

  • Prepaid Tuition Plan

    - Allows students or their families to buy college tuition for future years at current prices.

  • 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 University of the West, visit their online calculator by clicking the following link: http://www.uwest.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$8,279$17,091-
$0 - $30,000$8,279--

Undergraduate Student Tuition, Fees, and Expenses

2011-122010-112009-10
In-District Tuition and Fees$8,540$8,300$8,016
In-State Tuition and Fees$8,540$8,300$8,016
Out of State Tuition and Fees$8,540$8,300$8,016
Books and Supplies$1,314$1,314$1,314

Undergraduate Housing Expenses

2011-122010-112009-10
On Campus
Room and Board$6,290$6,290$6,290
Other Expenses$4,374$4,374$4,374
Off Campus
Room and Board$10,872$10,872$10,872
Other Expenses$4,950$4,950$4,950
Off Campus with Family
Other Expenses$4,950$4,950$4,950

Undergraduate Total Expenses

2011-122010-112009-10
On Campus
In-District$20,518$20,278$19,994
In-State$20,518$20,278$19,994
Out of State$20,518$20,278$19,994
Off Campus
In-District$25,676$25,436$25,152
In-State$25,676$25,436$25,152
Out of State$25,676$25,436$25,152
Off Campus with Family
In-District$14,804$14,564$14,280
In-State$14,804$14,564$14,280
Out of State$14,804$14,564$14,280

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 Office Webpage

UWest Financial Aid Office

Financial Aid Breakdown 2010-11

 # Receiving Aid% Receiving AidAverage Amount
Any Financial Aid133%-
Any Grant or Scholarship Aid133%$6,285
All Federal Grants133%$6,285
Pell Grants133%$5,550
Other Federal Grants133%$735

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
Number in Repayment63-

Housing & Meals

Campus Housing Information - Room & Board

  • Combined Estimated Cost For Room and Board:

    • $6,290

  • Are On-Campus Board or Meal Plans Provided?:

    • - Yes, the number of meals offered are based on the maximum meal plan provided.

  • Is Living On-Campus Required?:

    • - No

On-Campus Dorms - Details

  • Total Dormatory Capacity: 210

On-Campus Board or Meal Plans - Details

  • Estimated Board or Meal Plan Costs: N/A
  • Number of Meals Per Week Provided: 15

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
Off Campus Surrounding Area
Burglary--1
On Campus
Aggravated Assault1--
Residence Hall
Aggravated Assault1--

Faculty & Instructors

Employee Type Breakdown

 TotalFull-TimePart-Time
Total Employees905238
Faculty Status551936
Instruction, Research and/or Public Service481236
Primarily Instruction41536
Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial1091
Other Professionals21201
Technical and/or Paraprofessional1111-
Clerical And Secretarial33-
Skilled Crafts33-
Service and/or Maintenance55-

Full-Time Faculty Average Salary Breakdown

 TotalMaleFemale
11/12 Month Contract
All Faculty$52,814 (12)$52,608 (11)$55,080 (1)
Associate Professor$66,215 (2)$66,215 (2)- (-)
Assistant Professor$56,270 (5)$56,568 (4)$55,080 (1)
Instructor$43,998 (5)$43,998 (5)- (-)
Equated 9 Month Contract
All Faculty$43,213 (12)$43,044 (11)$45,066 (1)
Associate Professor$54,177 (2)$54,177 (2)- (-)
Assistant Professor$46,040 (5)$46,284 (4)$45,066 (1)
Instructor$35,999 (5)$35,999 (5)- (-)
*Not all of the programs above may be offered
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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