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World Mission University

Los Angeles, California 90020

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Known for health sciences — close-knit campus

World Mission University is a private urban institution in Los Angeles, California. The school is accessible to a wide range of students.

A small campus of 180 undergraduates with a 33:1 student-faculty ratio. The urban location puts students at the center of city life.

50% of students graduate within four years. Net price after aid averages $16,598.

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—Acceptance
—SAT Avg
180Students
33:1Student:Faculty
50%Grad Rate
—Earnings 10yr
$16,598Net Price

News & Alerts

program2026-03-15

World Mission University 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 Intel

Yield Rate

35.0%

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Cost & Financial Aid

Sticker Price

Tuition$6,920
Books & Supplies$600
Total Cost of Attendance$22,556
Average Net Price$16,598

Net Price by Family Income

$0–30K$16,598

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

96.9%

Avg Tuition Increase

3.2%/yr

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Campus Safety

Total Incidents (2024)

0

Peer Average

3

3-Year Trend

Emergency System

Campus security, emergency notification system

Incident Breakdown (2024)

0

Burglary

0

Aggravated Assault

0

Robbery

0

Motor Vehicle Theft

0

Sex Offenses

0

Arson

0

Drug Arrests

0

Liquor Arrests

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

Programs (11)

Student Life

Student Satisfaction

Retention Rate

100%

Positive
  • •100% 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
180
Gender Split
73% / 27%
Women / Men
Pell Grant Recipients
47%

Race & Ethnicity

Hispanic 22%
Asian 41%
Int'l 37%

Outcomes

4-Year Graduation Rate50.0%
Freshman Retention100.0%

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

Rankings

U.S. News
#45
↑2
vs 2024
Forbes
#52
↓1
vs 2024
Niche
#38
↑3
vs 2024

More About This School

History & Fun Facts

  • •History QS was founded by Nunzio Quacquarelli in 1990 to provide information and advice to students looking to study abroad.
  • •Between 2004 and 2009, QS produced the rankings in partnership with THE.
  • •In 2009, THE announced they would produce their own rankings, the Times Higher Education World University Rankings, in partnership with Thomson Reuters.
  • •THE created a new methodology with Thomson Reuters, and published the first Times Higher Education World University Rankings in September 2010.

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 Angeles11 mi
SAN San Diego112 mi
LAS Las Vegas226 mi

Distance to Cities

Boston, MA2593 mi · ~74h 55m drive
New York, NY2448 mi · ~70h 43m drive
Hartford, CT2512 mi · ~72h 34m drive
Providence, RI2577 mi · ~74h 27m drive
Albany, NY2455 mi · ~70h 55m drive
Syracuse, NY2334 mi · ~67h 26m drive
Rochester, NY2260 mi · ~65h 17m drive
Buffalo, NY2195 mi · ~63h 25m drive
Philadelphia, PA2390 mi · ~69h 3m drive
Pittsburgh, PA2134 mi · ~61h 39m drive
Harrisburg, PA2298 mi · ~66h 23m drive
Newark, NJ2439 mi · ~70h 28m drive
Washington, DC2296 mi · ~66h 20m drive
Baltimore, MD2317 mi · ~66h 56m drive
Atlanta, GA1935 mi · ~55h 54m drive
Charlotte, NC2117 mi · ~61h 9m drive
Raleigh, NC2234 mi · ~64h 32m drive
Miami, FL2338 mi · ~67h 33m drive
Orlando, FL2200 mi · ~63h 33m drive
Tampa, FL2152 mi · ~62h 10m drive
Nashville, TN1779 mi · ~51h 24m drive
New Orleans, LA1672 mi · ~48h 18m drive
Richmond, VA2284 mi · ~65h 59m drive
Chicago, IL1744 mi · ~50h 23m drive
Detroit, MI1981 mi · ~57h 14m drive
Minneapolis, MN1523 mi · ~44h drive
St. Louis, MO1588 mi · ~45h 53m drive
Kansas City, MO1356 mi · ~39h 10m drive
Indianapolis, IN1808 mi · ~52h 14m drive
Columbus, OH1976 mi · ~57h 5m drive
Cleveland, OH2047 mi · ~59h 8m drive
Milwaukee, WI1743 mi · ~50h 21m drive
Dallas, TX1240 mi · ~35h 49m drive
Houston, TX1374 mi · ~39h 42m drive
Austin, TX1228 mi · ~35h 29m drive
San Antonio, TX1204 mi · ~34h 47m drive
Los Angeles, CA3 mi · ~5 min drive
San Francisco, CA345 mi · ~9h 58m drive
San Diego, CA114 mi · ~3h 18m drive
Seattle, WA959 mi · ~27h 42m drive
Portland, OR824 mi · ~23h 48m drive
Denver, CO832 mi · ~24h 2m drive
Phoenix, AZ360 mi · ~10h 24m drive
Salt Lake City, UT580 mi · ~16h 45m drive
Honolulu, HI2558 mi · ~73h 54m 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)11 miles
Rental car
17 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
22 min$13-22
San Diego (SAN)112 miles
Rental car
168 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
224 min$134-224

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