Campus Vibe
Business-focusedTight-knitSuburbanInternational
Known for business — close-knit campus
University of the West is a private institution in Rosemead with particular strength in business and psychology.
A small campus of 41 undergraduates with a 5:1 student-faculty ratio. The suburban location offers a balance of campus life and nearby amenities.
31% of students graduate within four years. Net price after aid averages $11,137.
Established
1990
Motto
覺悟本志
Type
Private university
Campus Visits
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100%Acceptance
—SAT Avg
41Students
5:1Student:Faculty
31%Grad Rate
—Earnings 10yr
$11,137Net Price
News & Alerts
Admissions
Acceptance Rate100.0%
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Tuition$14,718
Room & Board$12,760
Books & Supplies$938
Total Cost of Attendance$24,944
Average Net Price$11,137
Net Price by Family Income
$0–30K$6,601
$30–48K$11,639
$75–110K$24,245
Financial Intel
Avg Net Price
$11,137
Tuition Trend
Graduate w/ Zero Debt
7400.0%
Avg Tuition Increase
3.2%/yr
Median Debt at Grad
$15,000
Campus Safety
Total Incidents (2024)
0
Peer Average
3
3-Year Trend
Emergency System
Campus security, emergency notification system
Programs (20)
Student Body
Undergrads
41
Gender Split
61% / 39%
Women / Men
Pell Grant Recipients
42%
Race & Ethnicity
Black 10%
Hispanic 22%
Asian 15%
Two+ 2%
Int'l 51%
Outcomes
4-Year Graduation Rate31.1%
Freshman Retention40.0%
Median Earnings After Graduation
6 Years$33,856
8 Years$33,522
Rankings
More About This School
History & Fun Facts
Source: Wikipedia
Location & Lifestyle
Cost of Living
146Very High
Estimated from CA state average + suburban adjustment
Climate (School Year)
Snowfall: 5"Sunny days: 250Rainy days: 75
Nearest Cities
Los Angelespop. 3.9M
9 mi(16 min)
San Diegopop. 1.4M
106 mi(184 min)
Phoenixpop. 1.6M
348 mi(603 min)