
West Hills College – Lemoore, located in Lemoore California, is one of two campuses that together form West Hills College. The Lemoore campus was built in 2002 to serve residents of the San Joaquin Valley. The Lemoore campus boasts one of the most advanced libraries in the state alongside a state of the art research facility known as the collaboratory, a cooperative laboratory system that is quickly being replicated elsewhere. The school also offers videoconference lectures from California State University, Fresno, and on site bachelor degree programs from Fresno Pacific University.
Academics
WHC Lemoore currently offers a smaller selection of programs than the Coalingo campus. The programs offered by the Lemoore campus can result in a certificate or associate degree. Students pursuing transfer to a four year institution can find transfer opportunities through the school. Additionally, some programs are designed to prepare individuals through vocational training for immediate entry in a career after graduation.
Programs offered include:
Admissions and Financial Aid
Students interested in attending WHC Lemoore must satisfy one of the following criteria:
- High School Graduate
- GED or Equivalent
- 18 Years Old
- Principal Recommendation and Parental Permission (If a High School Student)
If a student satisfies any of the above criteria, he or she will be able to enroll by completing the application and paying any associated costs. Financial aid is available to eligible students. Eligibility is determined by obtaining a Federal PIN and submitting a completed Free Application For Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). The subsequent student aid report (SAR) will be used to determine which financial aid awards one qualifies for.
Athletics
The Lemoore campus of West Hills College offers sports programs in soccer, golf, cross country, and wrestling.
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The average "out of pocket" cost of attendance, after any grants and scholarships are considered, is around $8,900. To calculate a more personalized cost visit the net price calculator. The figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition, fees, and expenses.
Tuition & Fees Information
- Annual tuition estimates are:
- State Residents: $1,400-$1,700
- Out-of-State: $9,000-$10,800
- Part-time students are charged:
- State Residents: $46-$55 per credit unit
- Nonresidents: $300-$360 per credit unit
Financial Aid Details
The table below breaks down the types of financial aid, the percent of students receiving aid, and average amount of aid per student per year.
Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
---|---|---|
Any Financial Aid | 87% | - |
Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 86% | $5,148 |
Receiving Student Loans | 3% | $5,715 |
Admissions, Academics, & Student Services
Student Services
To help support students, West Hills College – Lemoore may provide student services including:
- Online classes
- Remedial instructional courses
- Career path counseling
- Day care
Graduation & Transfer Rates
Community colleges offer a variety of career and transfer options for students. The following table shows the graduation and transfer-out rates for this school, versus those community colleges in California, which can be valuable information for determining which school to attend.
West Hills College – Lemoore | Kings County | California | |
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Graduation Rate | 19.4% | - | 24.3% |
Transfer-out Rate | 11.8% | - | 13.8% |
Programs Offered
The program list below is organized by areas of study. The programs that have a link will direct you to the program's profile page where you can learn more about education requirements and career pathways.

Get more information about the programs offered by West Hills College – Lemoore by clicking the request information to the right.
(C) Certificate or Award | (A) Associate's | (B) Bachelor's | (M) Master's Degree | (D) Doctorate (PhD,...)
Biological and Biomedical Sciences
- Biology (A)
Business and Marketing Studies
- Business Administration (A, C)
- Retail Management (C)
- Bookkeeping (A, C)
- Resort Management (A)
- Administrative Assistant
Computer and Information Sciences
- Data Entry and Microcomputer Applications (A, C)
- Web Management and Webmaster
Engineering
- Pre-Engineering (A)
Family and Consumer Sciences
- Child Care Provider (A, C)
Health and Clinical Professions
- Health Preparatory Programs (A)
- Nursing (A)
Interdisciplinary Studies
- Biological and Physical Sciences (A)
Liberal Arts and Sciences
- Liberal Arts (A)
- Humanistic Studies (A)
Mathematics and Statistics
- Math (A)
Personal and Culinary Services
Physical Sciences
Psychology
- Psychology (A)
Public Administration and Social Services
- Human Services (C)
Recreation and Fitness Studies
- Sports Medicine (A)
Security and Protective Services
- Police Science (A)
- Corrections Officer (A)
Social Sciences
- Sociology (A)
- Geography (A)
- Social Science
Visual and Performing Arts
- Art Studies (A)
Other Community Colleges Nearby
The list of nearby schools has been selected by researching which schools offer similar programs to West Hills College – Lemoore.
- Reedley College in Reedley, CA (29 miles away)
- West Hills College - Coalinga in Coalinga, CA (31 miles away)
- Porterville College in Porterville, CA (49 miles away)
- Taft College in Taft, CA (83 miles away)
- Hartnell College in Salinas, CA (105 miles away)