West Coast University-Los Angeles Ranking & Overview 2024

Name	West Coast University-Los Angeles
Acronym	WCU
Founded	1909
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Video Presentation	n.a.; please submit an official West Coast University-Los Angeles general video presentation.

Address	12215 Victory Boulevard North Hollywood 91606 California United States
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	+1 (818) 299 5500
	+1 (949) 783 4801

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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.

Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

The following West Coast University-Los Angeles's Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify West Coast University-Los Angeles's academic range and degree level offering.

West Coast University-Los Angeles: Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix
	PreBach degrees	Bachelor degrees	Master degrees	Doctoral degrees

Arts & Humanities A&H
Language & Cultural L&C
Business & Social Sciences B&S
Medicine & Health M&H
Science & Technology S&T
Engineering Eng

Notice: please contact or visit the university website for detailed information on West Coast University-Los Angeles's areas of study and degree levels currently offered; the above matrix may not be complete or up-to-date.

Programs and Courses

Courses and Programs

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Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.

Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This West Coast University-Los Angeles's Tuition Fees Range Matrix is divided into 2 types of students, local and international students, and 2 degree levels, undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, and aims to help students to have an approximate idea of the yearly tuition range they might expect to pay at West Coast University-Los Angeles.

West Coast University-Los Angeles: Tuition Fees Range Matrix
	Undergraduate	Postgraduate
Local students	35,000-39,999 US$ (31,890-36,450 Euro)	Not reported
International students	35,000-39,999 US$ (31,890-36,450 Euro)	Not reported

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Notice: please contact the university's Admission Office for detailed information on West Coast University-Los Angeles's yearly tuition fees which apply to your specific situation and study interest; tuition fees may vary by program, citizenship/residency, study mode (i.e. face to face or online, part time or full time), as well as other factors. The above matrix is indicative only and may not be up-to-date.

Admissions

Introduction

Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.

Admission Information

uniRank publishes below some basic West Coast University-Los Angeles's admission information.

Gender Admission

This institution admits Men and Women (coed).

Admission Selection

Has West Coast University-Los Angeles a selective admission policy? None, open admission policy.

Admission Rate

West Coast University-Los Angeles's acceptance rate range is 100% making this institution a non-selective higher education institution.

International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.

Admission Office

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Notice: admission policy and acceptance rate may vary by areas of study, degree level, student nationality or residence and other criteria. Please contact West Coast University-Los Angeles's Admission Office for detailed information on their admission selection policy and acceptance rate; the above information may not be complete or up-to-date.

Size and Profile

Introduction

University size and profile can be important factors to consider when choosing a university. Here are some potential reasons why University size and profile can affect students when choosing a university.

Size and Profile

uniRank publishes below some major size and profile indicators for West Coast University-Los Angeles.

Student Enrollment

West Coast University-Los Angeles has an enrollment range of 2,000-2,999 students making it a small-sized institution.

Academic Staff

This institution has a range of 200-299 academic employees (Faculty).

Control Type

West Coast University-Los Angeles is a private higher education institution.

Entity Type

West Coast University-Los Angeles is a for-profit higher education institution.

Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a Urban setting.

Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a Semesters type of academic calendar.

Religious Affiliation

West Coast University-Los Angeles does not have any religious affiliation.

Carnegie Classification

Introduction

The Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education is a framework for categorizing colleges and universities in the United States... learn more

The classification was first created by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching in 1970, and it has been updated periodically since then. The Carnegie Classification is based on a set of criteria, such as the level and types of degrees offered, research activity and enrollment size. Institutions are classified into one of several categories based on these criteria, ranging from "doctoral universities" with very high research activity to "special focus institutions" that primarily award degrees in a specific field, such as the arts or health professions. The classification allows for quick comparisons between institutions within and across categories.

Carnegie Classification

uniRank provides below the official West Coast University-Los Angeles's Carnegie classification.

Basic Classification	Special Focus Four-Year: Other Health Professions Schools
Size & Setting	Four-year, small, primarily nonresidential institution
Enrollment Profile	Exclusively undergraduate four-year

Undergraduate Profile	Four-year, full-time, inclusive, higher transfer-in institution
Undergraduate Instructional Program	Professions focus, no graduate coexistence
Graduate Instructional Program	Not classified (Exclusively Undergraduate)

Facilities and Services

Introduction

What are the most common University facilities and services? Read our two guide articles about University Facilities and University Services to learn more.

University Facilities

uniRank provides below an overview of West Coast University-Los Angeles's main facilities:

University Library

This institution has a physical Library.

West Coast University-Los Angeles's library does not have any external branch. The library collection is comprised of both physical (i.e. books, medium, etc.) and digital/electronic items. In 2021 the library reported 823 physical volumes, 62,085 digital/electronic media and 39 licensed digital/electronic databases. The library is managed by a total number of 2 full-time employees, including 2 librarians. West Coast University-Los Angeles's library has a total library expenditure greater than $100,000 per year. Source: IPDES.

University Housing

Not reported

Sport Facilities/Activities

Not reported

University Services

uniRank provides below an overview of West Coast University-Los Angeles's main services:

Financial Aid

Not reported

Study Abroad

This institution offers study abroad and exchange program opportunities for its students.

Distance Learning

This institution provides a distance learning mode for certain programs or courses.

In particular, this institution offers some courses via distance education at the undergraduate level Source: IPDES.

Academic Counseling

This institution offers students academic guidance and support to assist them in their academic pursuits.

Career Services

This institution offers career counseling, career assessments, job and internship postings, career events, alumni networking or other career-related services to assist students transition successfully from academic life to professional life.

Notice: please contact or visit the university website for detailed information on West Coast University-Los Angeles's facilities and services; the information above is indicative only and may not be complete or up-to-date.

Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.

Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

West Coast University-Los Angeles is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: WASC Senior College and University Commission

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

2011

Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important West Coast University-Los Angeles's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education of the American Occupational Therapy Association
American Physical Therapy Association, Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education
Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education
American Dental Association, Commission on Dental Accreditation

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Important: the above section is intended to include only those reputable organizations (e.g. Ministries or Departments of Higher Education) that have the legal authority to officially charter, license, register or, more generally, recognize West Coast University-Los Angeles as a whole (institutional legal recognition), accredit the institution as a whole (institutional accreditation) or accredit its specific programs/courses (programmatic accreditation).

Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

University memberships and affiliations to external organizations can be important for several reasons... read our article about university affiliations and memberships to learn more.

Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important West Coast University-Los Angeles's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

West Coast University Inc.

Academic Structure

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of fields of study and disciplines a University focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer academic divisions and a simplified organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.

Academic Structure

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Open Education Global

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West Coast University-Los Angeles

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University Identity

University Location

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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

Programs and Courses

Courses and Programs

Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

Admissions

Introduction

Admission Information

Gender Admission

Admission Selection

Admission Rate

International Students Admission

Admission Office

Size and Profile

Introduction

Size and Profile

Student Enrollment

Academic Staff

Control Type

Entity Type

Campus Setting

Academic Calendar

Religious Affiliation

Carnegie Classification

Introduction

Carnegie Classification

Facilities and Services

Introduction

University Facilities

University Library

University Housing

Sport Facilities/Activities

University Services

Financial Aid

Study Abroad

Distance Learning

Academic Counseling

Career Services

Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

Affiliations and Memberships

Academic Structure

Introduction

Academic Structure

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