West Coast University Acceptance Rate & Tuition (2026)
West Coast University-Los Angeles is a private for-profit university in North Hollywood, California, serving roughly 2,673 students. West Coast University-Los Angeles awards degrees and certificates tracked in federal College Scorecard and IPEDS reporting. Published tuition for full-time study is about $36,854 per year before aid; net price varies by family income. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $102,672 among students who received federal aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $36,854
- 2024 Average Net Price: $53,020 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: N/A Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 2,673 82.3% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 31.25%
- Carnegie Classification: Special Focus Four-Year: Business and Management
- First-Generation Students: 39.7%
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition increase of 2.9% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price increase of 13.2% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Full-Time Faculty: 37.9%
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 1,821
- Room & Board: $10,410 annual estimate
West Coast University-Los Angeles: what the data shows
Common questions about West Coast University-Los Angeles, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is West Coast University-Los Angeles?
West Coast University-Los Angeles is located in North Hollywood, CA (ZIP 91606).
NCES locale classification: City.
Is West Coast University-Los Angeles public or private?
West Coast University-Los Angeles is a Private For-profit institution.
How much does West Coast University-Los Angeles cost?
Published tuition: $36,854.
Average net price after aid: $53,020.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $49,093 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $50,493 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $54,788 |
| $110,001+ | $55,938 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $147,416.
How big is West Coast University-Los Angeles?
Total enrollment: 2,673 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 1,821 students.
About 82% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at West Coast University-Los Angeles?
150%-time completion rate: 31.25%.
First-year retention: 100.0%.
What do graduates of West Coast University-Los Angeles earn?
Median earnings: $96,114 six years after entry; $102,672 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $32,946.
44.81% of students receive Pell grants.
What is West Coast University-Los Angeles known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse (972 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is West Coast University-Los Angeles a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show completion rate 31.25%; median earnings $102,672 at 10 years; net price $53,020. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$36,854
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at West Coast University-Los Angeles was $36,854.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$53,020
2024 Value
In 2024 West Coast University-Los Angeles had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $53,020.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$212,080 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$53,020 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$147,416 4-Year Tuition
$10,410 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)
$4,259 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)
$51,523 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)
$206,092 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)
4-year total cost breakdown for West Coast University-Los Angeles.
Financial Aid by Income Level
44.81% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
88.13% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans
Financial aid distribution by income level.
Student Loan Default Rate
0.00%
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)
The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at West Coast University-Los Angeles was 0.00%.
Cohort default rates account for borrowers who default in the first three years.
Tuition tracker
Published tuition and average net price by reporting year come from the College Scorecard institution file. Values are not adjusted for inflation; missing cells mean the field was not reported or was suppressed for West Coast University-Los Angeles in that year.
Reporting years in the table below: 2013–2023 (Scorecard labels refer to the institutional submission cycle).
| Year | In-state tuition & fees | Out-of-state tuition & fees | Average net price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | $32,525 | $32,525 | $39,695 |
| 2014 | $32,591 | $32,591 | $36,850 |
| 2015 | $33,675 | $33,675 | $40,581 |
| 2016 | $33,675 | $33,675 | $44,208 |
| 2017 | $34,635 | $34,635 | $39,031 |
| 2018 | $34,835 | $34,835 | $43,168 |
| 2019 | $35,110 | $35,110 | $38,740 |
| 2020 | $35,110 | $35,110 | $44,867 |
| 2021 | $35,178 | $35,178 | $45,392 |
| 2022 | $36,140 | $36,140 | $45,923 |
| 2023 | $37,194 | $37,194 | $51,992 |
Sticker tuition and net price over time
Where the institution reported separate in-state and out-of-state tuition, both appear. Gaps mean the value was not reported for that year.
College Scorecard reporting-year fields (not inflation-adjusted).
Net price by family income
Brackets follow Scorecard definitions for the series shown (public vs private institution).
Latest income-band net prices available in the processed extract.
Acceptance Rate & Admissions
Acceptance Rate
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
Test score data is not available for this institution.
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
GPA requirements are not published by this institution. Contact the admissions office for specific academic requirements.
Estimated GPA and test score ranges.
Enrollment & Student Demographics
West Coast University-Los Angeles reported total enrollment of about 2,673 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 22% male and 78% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes Hispanic or Latino (35.7%), White (35.2%), and Asian (19.4%). About 44.81% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 39.7% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
82.3% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at West Coast University-Los Angeles in 2024 is 2,673 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 1,821 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
100.0%
2024 Retention Rate
Retention rate measures the number of first-time students who began their studies the previous fall and returned to school the following fall.
Retention rate over time compared to similar institutions.
Enrollment by Race & Ethnicity
The largest enrollment share in our College Scorecard extract is Hispanic or Latino at 35.7%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
25.00% 100% Completion Time
31.25% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 25.00% of students graduating from West Coast University-Los Angeles completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
Completions by Sex (Top Programs)
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse: 19% male / 81% female
IPEDS completions by sex for the five largest programs (aggregate CIPs excluded).
Completions by Race & Ethnicity
Combined IPEDS award counts across reported programs; largest group: White.
Summed across program completion records in our extract.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for West Coast University-Los Angeles.
Return on Investment
$32,946 Median Student Debt
$102,672 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
32.09% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
384.12% Return on Investment
3.2 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for West Coast University-Los Angeles.
Top Programs by Completions
1 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 2 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse: 972 completions
Most popular programs at West Coast University-Los Angeles.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for West Coast University-Los Angeles graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for West Coast University-Los Angeles from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Full-time faculty share: 37.9%
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $9,635
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $13,491
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
West Coast University-Los Angeles is a private for-profit institution located in North Hollywood, CA, classified as Special Focus Four-Year: Business and Management. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse. Enrollment is approximately 2,673 students. Student body composition includes Hispanic or Latino (35.7%), White (35.2%), Asian (19.4%). The 150%-time completion rate is 31.25%. Approximately 44.81% of students receive Pell Grants. About 39.7% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Private For-profit
Carnegie Classification: Special Focus Four-Year: Business and Management
Location
North Hollywood, CA 91606
Region: Far West
Insights and Analysis
Graduation Rate Considerations: The 31.25% graduation rate at West Coast University-Los Angeles falls below the national average. Prospective students should carefully consider factors such as academic preparation, support services, and career outcomes when evaluating this institution.
Strong Career Outcomes: West Coast University-Los Angeles graduates report median earnings of $102,672 ten years after entry, placing them among the higher-earning college graduates nationally. This strong earnings potential reflects both the quality of education and the career opportunities available to graduates.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is West Coast University-Los Angeles located?
West Coast University-Los Angeles is located in North Hollywood, CA.
How much does West Coast University-Los Angeles cost?
Reported tuition is $36,854 and average net price is $53,020 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $10,410 annually.
What is the student body demographics at West Coast University-Los Angeles?
West Coast University-Los Angeles reports undergraduate enrollment of about 1,821 students, Hispanic or Latino (35.7%), White (35.2%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend West Coast University-Los Angeles?
About 39.7% of students at West Coast University-Los Angeles are first-generation college students.
What do graduates of West Coast University-Los Angeles earn?
Median earnings are $96,114 six years after entry and $102,672 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at West Coast University-Los Angeles?
The 150%-time completion rate is 31.2% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do West Coast University-Los Angeles students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $32,946.
Is West Coast University-Los Angeles public or private?
West Coast University-Los Angeles is a private for-profit institution located in North Hollywood, CA.
Is West Coast University-Los Angeles an HBCU?
No. West Coast University-Los Angeles is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is West Coast University-Los Angeles a tribal college?
No. West Coast University-Los Angeles is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Is West Coast University-Los Angeles a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI)?
By the common federal eligibility proxy used here (≥25% Hispanic enrollment in College Scorecard), yes—West Coast University-Los Angeles reports 35.7% Hispanic enrollment share.
Is West Coast University-Los Angeles religiously affiliated?
No religious affiliation is reported for West Coast University-Los Angeles in IPEDS institutional characteristics.
Data Sources
This page uses data from the following sources:
- College Scorecard - U.S. Department of Education
- Institutional characteristics, costs, completion rates, and earnings data
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: collegescorecard.ed.gov
- Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)
- Employment and wage data by occupation
- Latest data: May 2024
- Source: bls.gov/oes
- O*NET Online - U.S. Department of Labor
- Occupational skills, knowledge, abilities, and work activities
- Database version: 28.0 (August 2023)
- Source: onetcenter.org
- IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System) - National Center for Education Statistics
- Institutional data, completions, enrollment, and financial aid
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: nces.ed.gov/ipeds
- Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS)
- Demographic and workforce data
- Latest data: 2023 ACS 5-Year Estimates
- Source: census.gov/acs
- Related geography & profiles
- California college costs
- California colleges by ROI
- North Hollywood, California city profile
- Far West regional profile
- All state profiles
- Regional profiles
- National benchmarks
- School directory
- All schools in California
Data Processing: All data has been processed, cleaned, and aggregated for presentation. Where specific data points are unavailable, estimates are based on available data and clearly marked.
Last Updated: Data reflects the most recent available information as of January 2025.
Methodology
Data for this profile is sourced from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard dataset, which provides comprehensive information on institutions of higher education in the United States.
All financial figures are adjusted for inflation and represent the most recent available data. Graduation rates and completion times are calculated according to federal standards.