Overview
Enrollment
Best Colleges Rank
| Location | Santa Barbara, California |
| Online | westmont.edu |
| School Type | Private 4 Year |
| Setting | Midsize Suburban |
| Size | Small |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Located in Santa Barbara, California, Westmont College is a small four year private college offering both undergrad and graduate programs. In the most recent statistical year 2,344 prospective students applied, and 1,851 were granted admission. Of those admitted 333 enrolled in the school. 1,233 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 5 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2021/2022, excluding room and board, is $47,450 plus fees of $1,210. Westmont College is ranked 148 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2023 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
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Westmont College is rated within the top 26% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 8 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for Westmont College within the 2023 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#148 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#113 in Best Private Colleges in the U.S.
#20 in Best Colleges in California
#14 in Best Private Colleges in California
#171 in Best Value Colleges in the U.S.
#16 in Best Value Colleges in California
View the CollegeSimply ranking methodology.
Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 1160/1460 |
| ACT | 26/31 |
| GPA | 3.59 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | - |
| Applicant Competition | Very Low |
| Application Fee | $0 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,600 |
| Other Fees | $1,210 |
| Room and Board | $15,370 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $1,400 |
| Total One Year Cost | $67,030 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| English and Literature | 12% |
| Recreation, Leisure and Fitness Studies | 10% |
| Communication | 10% |
| Business | 10% |
| Visual and Performing Arts | 9% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=125727 IPEDS survey data for Westmont College.
Current students may use the Westmont College GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.