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West Coast University-Los Angeles

North Hollywood, CA 4 year Private
Type 4 year, Private
Business Model For Profit
Campus locale City: Large
Degrees offered Undergraduate
Calendar system Semester
Student body size Small
Student to faculty ratio 21 to 1
Acceptance rate 92%
Students retention rate 63%
On-time graduation rate 83%

Located in North Hollywood, California, West Coast University-Los Angeles is a private, for profit institution that offers undergraduate degrees. The college operates on a semester-based calendar system, providing students with structured academic terms.

One of the notable aspects of West Coast University-Los Angeles is its open admission policy. This means that all high school graduates and individuals who hold a GED qualification are eligible to apply for admission. This inclusive approach allows a wide range of students to pursue their higher education goals, regardless of their academic background.

The acceptance rate of 92% indicates that West Coast University-Los Angeles is open to a wide range of applicants, providing opportunities for a diverse student body.

West Coast University-Los Angeles is accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges Senior Colleges and University Commission, ensuring that the institution meets certain standards of quality and effectiveness. This accreditation also allows students to transfer credits to other accredited institutions if they choose to continue their education elsewhere.

The student retention rate of 63% at West Coast University-Los Angeles suggests that a significant percentage of students choose to continue their studies at the institution after their first-year.


  • Accredited by: Western Association of Schools and Colleges Senior Colleges and University Commission

Acceptance Rate

Fall 2018 admitted students

92.3%

In-State Tuition & Fees

$35,178

Cost of attendance at West Coast University-Los Angeles in 2022 for students from California.

See how the college's in-state sticker price compares to 4 year For Profit, private colleges in the state as well as nationally.

California's average $6,749
National average $17,868

Out-of-State Tuition & Fees

$35,178

Cost of attendance at West Coast University-Los Angeles in 2022 for the out-of-state and international students

See how the college's out-of-state sticker price compares to 4 year For Profit, private colleges in the state as well as nationally.

California's average $20,840
National average $17,869

Average Grant & Scholarships

In 2022, 50 of freshman students at West Coast University-Los Angeles received on average $5,233 in grant and scholarships from the college, the state and/or the federal government. Below is detail stats of the aid provided to full-time, freshman students.

$5,233
Students Receiving Aid Average Amount Total Amount
Pell Grant 4 50% $4,920 $19,680
Other Federal Grant 4 50% $5,233 $20,930
State Grant/Scholarships 0 0% - -
Institutional Grant/Scholarships 0 0% - -
Total Grant & Scholarships 4 50% $5,233 $20,930

Graduation Rate

The following chart shows the graduation rate of West Coast University-Los Angeles students who enrolled in 2015 and after. The stat covers all undergraduates registered as full-time students to study a 4-year bachelor's degree program for the first time.

The breakdown shows the graduation rate by race/ethnicity of US students. All international students are represented under one group.

As of August 31, 2021, the average graduation rate of West Coast University-Los Angeles students is 83.3%. Female students graduated at a rate of 80.0%, whereas male students graduated at a rate of 100.0%.

83.3%

  • asian 75.0% 3 students

Service Offerings

West Coast University-Los Angeles provides the following additional services to its students
  • Remedial services
  • Placement services for graduates
  • Academic/career counseling services
  • Employment services for students

Educational Offerings

West Coast University-Los Angeles offers educational programs in the following categories. Check the programs section to learn more about specific programs that you are interested in.
  • Academic

Special Learning Opportunities

  • Study abroad

Veteran Services

  • Member of Service-members Opportunity Colleges
  • Yellow Ribbon Program (officially known as Post-9/11 GI Bill, Yellow Ribbon Program)