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West Coast University-Los Angeles

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world rank  2834

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Overview

Founded in 1909, the West Coast University-Los Angeles is a for-profit private specialized higher education institution located in the urban setting of the small city of North Hollywood (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), California. Officially accredited by the WASC Senior College and University Commission, West Coast University-Los Angeles (WCU) is a small-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 2,000-2,999 students) coeducational US higher education institution. West Coast University-Los Angeles (WCU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor's degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. The acceptance rate range is 100% making this US higher education organization a non-selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. WCU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

West Coast University-Los Angeles's Control Typeprivate

Entity

West Coast University-Los Angeles's Entity Typefor-profit

Size

West Coast University-Los Angeles' Size by Total Enrollmentsmall-sized

Selectivity

West Coast University-Los Angeles's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratenon-selective

University Identity

Name
Acronym WCU
Founded 1909
Video Presentation

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University Location

Address 12215 Victory Boulevard
North Hollywood
91606 California
United States
West Coast University-Los Angeles's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
West Coast University-Los Angeles Phone Number +1 (818) 299 5500
West Coast University-Los Angeles Fax Number +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.




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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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.

West Coast University-Los Angeles's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits Men and Women (coed).


West Coast University-Los Angeles's Admission Selection Admission Selection

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


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

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


West Coast University-Los Angeles's International Students Admission International Students Admission

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


West Coast University-Los Angeles's Admission Office Admission Office






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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.

West Coast University-Los Angeles's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

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


West Coast University-Los Angeles's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

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


West Coast University-Los Angeles's Control Type Control Type

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


West Coast University-Los Angeles's Entity Type Entity Type

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


West Coast University-Los Angeles's Campus Setting Campus Setting

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


West Coast University-Los Angeles's Academic Calendar 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...


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:


West Coast University-Los Angeles's Library University Library

This institution has a physical Library. Visit West Coast University-Los Angeles's 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.

West Coast University-Los Angeles's Housing University Housing

Not reported


West Coast University-Los Angeles's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Not reported



University Services

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


West Coast University-Los Angeles's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Not reported

West Coast University-Los Angeles's Study Abroad Study Abroad

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

West Coast University-Los Angeles's Distance Learning 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.

West Coast University-Los Angeles's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

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

West Coast University-Los Angeles's Career Services 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.


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.


West Coast University-Los Angeles's Recognition or Accreditation 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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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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Social Media

Introduction

Social media can be a powerful tool for Universities to communicate with current students, alumni, faculty, staff and the wider community. But how can social media be important for prospective students? Read our article about the importance of Social Media for universities and prospective students to learn more.


Social Media

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Facebook Facebook

West Coast University-Los Angeles's Facebook page West Coast University-Los Angeles's official Facebook page

Twitter X (Twitter)

West Coast University-Los Angeles's X (formerly Twitter) page West Coast University-Los Angeles's official Twitter page

YouTube YouTube

West Coast University-Los Angeles's YouTube channel West Coast University-Los Angeles's official YouTube channel

Instagram Instagram

West Coast University-Los Angeles's Instagram page West Coast University-Los Angeles's official Instagram channel

LinkedIn LinkedIn

West Coast University-Los Angeles's main LinkedIn profile

TikTok TikTok

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