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West Coast University-Los Angeles

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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. 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 Ratenot available

University Identity

Name
Name (English)
Name (Non Latin)
Acronym WCU
Founded 1909
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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 (818) 299 5500
West Coast University-Los Angeles Fax Number (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 Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of West Coast University-Los Angeles 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

Programs/Courses/Degrees

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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 Tuition Fees Range Matrix of West Coast University-Los Angeles categorizes tuition fees by student type (local or international) and degree level (undergraduate or postgraduate). It aims to help students get an approximate idea of the estimated yearly tuition fees 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

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

This institution admits men and women (coeducational).


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

This higher education institution has a non-selective open admission policy.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

This institution acceptance rate range is not available.


Minority Serving Minority Serving

This institution does not have a special focus on promoting education or research among a specific minority or ethnic group.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

Not reported


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

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

This institution has a student enrollment range from 2,000 to 2,999, making it a small-sized institution.


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

This institution's academic staff ranges from 200 to 299 members.


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

This institution is a private higher education institution.


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

This institution 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 academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.


West Coast University-Los Angeles's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


West Coast University-Los Angeles is None Religious Affiliation

None.


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


West Coast University-Los Angeles's Library University Library

Yes 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


West Coast University-Los Angeles's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported


University Services


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

Not reported


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

Yes


West Coast University-Los Angeles's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Yes

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

Yes


West Coast University-Los Angeles's Career Services Career Services

Yes


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 divisions and a more streamlined 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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Free Online Courses

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