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Westmont College

Santa Barbara, California 93108-1089

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Known for business — close-knit campus

Westmont College is a private institution in Santa Barbara with particular strength in business and biology. With an average SAT of 1367, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.

A small campus of 1.3K undergraduates with a 10:1 student-faculty ratio. The suburban location offers a balance of campus life and nearby amenities.

70% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $64,778 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $32,926.

Established
1937
Motto
Christus Primatum Tenens
Mascot
Warrior
Type
Private liberal arts college
Conference
National Association of
Division
Division II

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80%Acceptance
1367SAT Avg
1,310Students
10:1Student:Faculty
70%Grad Rate
$64,778Earnings 10yr
$32,926Net Price

News & Alerts

program2026-03-15

Westmont College Launches New Data Science Minor

Starting Fall 2026, students can pursue an interdisciplinary data science minor combining CS, statistics, and domain courses.

tuition2026-02-28

Tuition Increase Announced for 2026-27

The board of trustees approved a 3.2% tuition increase for the upcoming academic year, in line with peer institutions.

Admissions

Acceptance Rate79.9%

SAT Score Ranges

Average: 1367

Reading & WritingMid: 658
622720
MathMid: 653
590698

ACT Score Range

CompositeMid: 29
3034

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.

Admissions Intel

Acceptance Rate

79.9%

Trend

SAT Avg

1367

Yield Rate

35.0%

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Cost & Financial Aid

Sticker Price

Tuition$51,790
Room & Board$16,360
Books & Supplies$1,600
Total Cost of Attendance$68,826
Average Net Price$32,926
Median Debt at Graduation$23,250
Monthly Payment (10yr)$246

Net Price by Family Income

$0–30K$24,220
$30–48K$22,301
$48–75K$24,081
$75–110K$30,116
$110K+$39,455

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.

Debt & Aid Detail

Net Price Trend

Tuition Trend

Graduate w/ Zero Debt

50.0%

Avg Tuition Increase

3.2%/yr

Median Debt at Grad

$19,343

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Campus Safety

Total Incidents (2024)

9

Peer Average

13

3-Year Trend

Emergency System

Campus security, emergency notification system

Incident Breakdown (2024)

2

Burglary

0

Aggravated Assault

0

Robbery

1

Motor Vehicle Theft

1

Sex Offenses

0

Arson

3

Drug Arrests

2

Liquor Arrests

Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).

Programs (29)

Student Life

Student Satisfaction

Retention Rate

87%

Mixed
  • •87% first-year retention rate
  • •Active student organizations
  • •Engaged campus community

Mental Health Services

Counselor Ratio

1:350

24/7 Crisis Line

Yes

Free Sessions

12 per year

Avg Wait

5 days

Walk-in hours available weekdays

Disability Services

Dedicated OfficeOffice of Disability Services
Extended test timeNote-taking assistanceHousing accommodationsAccessible transportation

ADA-compliant campus with ongoing accessibility improvements

Dining

Rating

★★★★☆

Score

4/5

Meal Plan

$6,200/yr

VegetarianVeganGluten-freeHalalKosher

Multiple dining halls with farm-to-table options

Student Body

Undergrads
1,310
Gender Split
61% / 39%
Women / Men
First Generation
17%
Pell Grant Recipients
19%

Race & Ethnicity

White 52%
Black 2%
Hispanic 23%
Asian 6%
Two+ 8%
Int'l 2%

Outcomes

4-Year Graduation Rate70.1%
Freshman Retention86.8%

Median Earnings After Graduation

6 Years$53,737
10 Years$64,778

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.

Rankings

Forbes
#236
—
vs 2024
Washington Monthly
#170
↓2
vs 2024

More About This School

Varsity Sports — Warriors

Swimming

History & Fun Facts

  • •By 1944, Westmont College had outgrown its facilities in Los Angeles.
  • •After a failed attempt to move the campus to Altadena in early 1945, the desperate search for a new campus led Mrs.
  • •Westmont purchased this property and moved to the Santa Barbara area in the fall of 1945.

Source: Wikipedia

Location & Lifestyle

Cost of Living

112Above Average

Housing and food costs are higher than national average

Climate (School Year)

68°
Sep
55°
Oct
42°
Nov
30°
Dec
25°
Jan
28°
Feb
38°
Mar
50°
Apr
62°
May
Snowfall: 48"Sunny days: 200Rainy days: 120

Nearest Cities

Bostonpop. 675,647
90 miles(95 min)
Hartfordpop. 121,054
60 miles(70 min)

Transit Scores

BikeableCampus shuttle: Free campus shuttle runs 7am-midnight
72
Walk Score
45
Transit Score
68
Bike Score

Local Economy

Unemployment Rate3.2%
Top Employers
UniversityRegional Medical CenterTech corridor firms
Key Industries
EducationHealthcareTechnology

Getting There

Nearest Airports

LAX Los Angeles80 mi
SAN San Diego185 mi
SJC San Jose238 mi

Distance to Cities

Boston, MA2651 mi · ~76h 35m drive
New York, NY2509 mi · ~72h 29m drive
Hartford, CT2571 mi · ~74h 16m drive
Providence, RI2636 mi · ~76h 9m drive
Albany, NY2512 mi · ~72h 34m drive
Syracuse, NY2391 mi · ~69h 4m drive
Rochester, NY2317 mi · ~66h 56m drive
Buffalo, NY2252 mi · ~65h 3m drive
Philadelphia, PA2453 mi · ~70h 52m drive
Pittsburgh, PA2196 mi · ~63h 26m drive
Harrisburg, PA2360 mi · ~68h 11m drive
Newark, NJ2500 mi · ~72h 13m drive
Washington, DC2360 mi · ~68h 11m drive
Baltimore, MD2380 mi · ~68h 45m drive
Atlanta, GA2008 mi · ~58h 1m drive
Charlotte, NC2188 mi · ~63h 13m drive
Raleigh, NC2303 mi · ~66h 32m drive
Miami, FL2418 mi · ~69h 51m drive
Orlando, FL2278 mi · ~65h 49m drive
Tampa, FL2231 mi · ~64h 27m drive
Nashville, TN1849 mi · ~53h 25m drive
New Orleans, LA1751 mi · ~50h 35m drive
Richmond, VA2350 mi · ~67h 53m drive
Chicago, IL1802 mi · ~52h 3m drive
Detroit, MI2039 mi · ~58h 54m drive
Minneapolis, MN1570 mi · ~45h 21m drive
St. Louis, MO1654 mi · ~47h 47m drive
Kansas City, MO1420 mi · ~41h 1m drive
Indianapolis, IN1871 mi · ~54h 3m drive
Columbus, OH2038 mi · ~58h 53m drive
Cleveland, OH2107 mi · ~60h 52m drive
Milwaukee, WI1799 mi · ~51h 58m drive
Dallas, TX1318 mi · ~38h 5m drive
Houston, TX1454 mi · ~42h drive
Austin, TX1309 mi · ~37h 49m drive
San Antonio, TX1286 mi · ~37h 9m drive
Los Angeles, CA86 mi · ~2h 29m drive
San Francisco, CA276 mi · ~7h 58m drive
San Diego, CA187 mi · ~5h 24m drive
Seattle, WA919 mi · ~26h 33m drive
Portland, OR781 mi · ~22h 34m drive
Denver, CO886 mi · ~25h 36m drive
Phoenix, AZ440 mi · ~12h 43m drive
Salt Lake City, UT609 mi · ~17h 36m drive
Honolulu, HI2485 mi · ~71h 47m drive
Southern (mild winters, hot summers)

Visit Planning

Suggested Itinerary

9:00 AMArrive & park
Visitor parking lot
Free parking with visitor pass
9:30 AMCheck in at Admissions
Admissions Office
10:00 AMInformation session
Welcome Center
45 minutes
11:00 AMCampus tour
Starts at Welcome Center
75 minutes, student-led
12:30 PMLunch
Main Dining Hall
Visitor meal passes available
1:30 PMDepartment visit
Academic buildings
Schedule with department directly
2:30 PMExplore campus independently
Library, student center, residence halls

Airport Transit

Los Angeles (LAX)80 miles
Rental car
120 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
160 min$96-160
San Diego (SAN)185 miles
Rental car
278 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
370 min$222-370

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