College Report Card: Westwood College - Los Angeles

Westwood College - Los Angeles Contact Information:

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School Name:

Westwood College - Los Angeles

Street Address:

3460 Wilshire Blvd Ste 700

City, State & Zip:

Los Angeles, CA 90010

Location On Map:

General Phone #:

2137399999

Financial Aid Phone #:

2137399999

Admissions Phone #:

2137399999

Website:

www.westwood.edu

Westwood College - Los Angeles:

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Westwood College's ultimate goal is to provide a top-notch education to students who want a quality degree and want it fast! Offering both a traditional classroom education and a non traditional online education, busy adults have many options that can get them on the fast track to success. They can earn an Associates degree in as little as 20 months and a Bachelors degree in three years, complete with skills that can be used immediately in the their employment lives.

For those who prefer a traditional brick and mortar college where they can attend on-site classes, Westwood offers campuses in the Chicago area, southern California, Atlanta, Dallas, Fort Worth, Houston and Denver. Students that do not live in those areas or who prefer the flexibility and convenience of an online program can also attend Westwood College through internet programs.

The history of Westwood dates back several decades; Westwood College has been providing training for high demand technical careers from its inception. Originally, Westwood College began as the Denver Institute for Technology, which was started in 1953. Since then, the institution has evolved to the current Westwood College of the present, evaluating current career trends and needs, and developing cutting edge programs to meet those needs. Westwood offers degree programs in Business, Design, Computer & Information Technology, Industrial Services, Criminal Justice, and Health Care.

Corporations and organizations are encouraged to take part in Westwood's educational alliance program. Members of companies and organizations that have joined this alliance can receive a reduced tuition rate as well as waived fees throughout the application process. Alliance members are given first priority of the most recent qualified Westwood graduates for employment, providing excellent hiring opportunities for all involved. One benefit enjoyed by graduates of companies in this education alliance Westwood College's offering of cost-free updates on courses related to their position. This tuition-free graduate retraining lasts for the graduates' lifetime. Classes for Alliance members start immediately and are focused on current industry standard technology.

Westwood College sets high standards with its superior level of admissions and student financing, which are streamlined, making them an integral part of their quick start program. Getting started is made as easy as possible to get the student integrated quickly on their way to a better career life. In addition, the faculty at Westwood College offer invaluable support throughout the students' educational journey. In addition to instructing at the college, Westwood faculty often serve as consultants, authors, or own their own businesses, drawing on these experiences to use in program instruction. Because of this, faculty success rate is extremely high. Ninety-two percent of students polled on all Westwood College campuses say they would recommend their instructors to all other students.

Westwood University also has room for outside activities. Each campus has its own particular way of matching activities with the needs of its students. A wide range of cultural and recreation opportunities ensures that each student has an active campus life. There are also clubs, professional organizations and more for socializing and networking.

At Westwood College, a complete commitment to your career is honored from your very first day of attendance, throughout your educational journey, into graduation and beyond. Tools, databases and advice are available for job searching, resumes, and interviewing, and alumni are encouraged to use these resources throughout their careers.

Westwood College - Los Angeles General Characteristics:

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Type of Institution:

Private for-profit, 4-year or above

General Types Of
Programs Offered:

Academic - Instructional program leading toward an associate's, bachelor's, master's, doctor's, or first-professional degree or resulting in credits that can be applied to one of these degrees.

School Calendar System:

Quarter - The academic year consists of 3 sessions called quarters of about 12 weeks each. The range may be from 10 to 15 weeks. There may be an additional quarter in the summer.

Highest Level Of Offering:

Bachelor's degree

Offers Undergraduate Degrees Or Certificates:

Yes

Offers Graduate Degrees:

Offers First-Proffesional Programs:

Credit Accpeted For 'Life Experiences':

Yes

Advanced placement (AP) Credits Accepted:

Yes

'Dual Credit' Accepted:

Yes

Federal Financial Aid Available:

Eligible students may receive federal financial aid:

Federal Pell Grant Program -

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A grant program for undergraduate students with financial need. (Close)

Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (FSEOG) Program -

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A Campus-Based Program that provides grant assistance to needy undergraduate students. Priority in awarding Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (FSEOG) funds is given to students who have exceptional financial need and are Federal Pell grant recipients. (Close)

Federal Work-Study (FWS) Program -

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A campus-based, federally funded employment program that provides paid jobs for students with financial need. (Close)

Federal Perkins Loan Program -

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This campus-based loan program provides low-interest student loans to students with financial need. (Close)

Federal Direct Loan Program -

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A federal program in which the U.S. government (not a commercial lender) provides four types of education loans to student and parent borrowers directly through schools:

Federal Direct Stafford Loan (subsidized, for students)
Federal Direct Unsubsidized Stafford Loan (for students)
Federal Direct PLUS Loan (for parents)
Federal Direct Consolidation Loan (for students and parents)

These loans are referred to collectively as Direct Loans. The same types of loans are available through the Federal Family Education Loan (FFEL) Program, but in that program, commercial lenders provide the funds to eligible students. (Close)

Federal Family Education Loan (FFEL) Program -

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A federal loan program under which commercial lenders provide education loans to student and parent borrowers. The program offers four types of loans: Federal Direct Stafford Loan (subsidized, for students), Federal Direct Unsubsidized Stafford Loan (for students), Federal Direct PLUS Loan (for parents), Federal Direct Consolidation Loan (for students and parents). All of these are long-term loans insured by state or private nonprofit guaranty agencies that are reimbursed by the federal government for all or part of any insurance claims paid to lenders. This guarantee replaces the collateral or security usually required with long-term consumer loans. (The same types of loans are available through the Federal Direct Loan Program, but in that program, the U.S government provides the funds directly through schools.) (Close)

Leveraging Educational Assistance Partnership (LEAP) Program -

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A Title IV gift-aid program jointly funded by the federal government and participating states. It provides state scholarship or grant assistance to students who show financial need. Formerly called the State Student Incentive Grant (SSIG) Program. (Close)

Robert C. Byrd Honors Scholarship Program -

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A Title IV financial aid program that makes scholarships available to full-time postsecondary students with exceptional ability and promise. Students apply for the merit-based scholarships through their state education agencies. (Close)

Other General Characteristics:

Geographic Region: Far West
Degree Of Urbanization: Urban fringe of large city
Institution Has Own Library
Institution Executive: William B. Frank, Executive Director

Westwood College - Los Angeles Mission Statement:

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Westwood College of Technology, as an institution of higher education, provides quality career-focused technical programs of instruction that give students the knowledge, skills, and abilities they need to earn degrees, diplomas, and certificates, and for their subsequent careers. Westwood offers an environment that promotes respect, pride, and teamwork, thus empowering students to pursue their individual career goals.

Westwood College - Los Angeles
Degrees & Certificates Offered - By Level:

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Associate's degree

Bachelor's degree

Westwood College - Los Angeles
Degrees & Certificates Offered - By Award / Degree:

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The following represents degrees that were awarded by Westwood College - Los Angeles between July 1, 2003 and June 30, 2004. Please note that the school may no longer offer any single degree program listed here and / or may offer additional new programs not shown below. Please verify with Westwood College - Los Angeles that the program you are looking for is still available.

Animation, Interactive Technology, Video Graphics and Special Effects

Business Administration and Management, General

Computer and Information Systems Security

Computer Engineering, General

Computer Programming/Programmer, General

Computer Software and Media Applications, Other

Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration

Design and Visual Communications, General

E-Commerce/Electronic Commerce

Graphic Design

Web Page, Digital/Multimedia and Information Resources Design

Westwood College - Los Angeles Special Learning Oppertunities:

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Cooperative (work-study) program

Distance learning opportunities

Westwood College - Los Angeles Student Services Offered:

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Remedial services

Academic/career counseling service

Employment services for students

Placement services for completers

Westwood College - Los Angeles Estimated Student Expenses:

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Undergraduate Tution, Fees, Other Charges:

In-District:

Tuition: $11187
Required Fees: $100
Per Credit Hour Charge: $425

In-State:

Tuition: $11187
Required Fees: $100
Per Credit Hour Charge: $425

Out-Of-State:

Tuition: $11187
Required Fees: $100
Per Credit Hour Charge: $425

Other General Charges - 2004-05:

Books & Supplies:

$1300

Off Campus (Not With Family) - Room and Board:

$6112

Off Campus (Not With Family) - Other Expenses:

$4802

Off Campus (Living With Family) - Other Expenses:

$3201

Specialty Program Charges & Fees:

Westwood College - Los Angeles Undergraduate Financial Aid Details - Fall 2004:

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Total Number Of Undergraduates, All Years:

679

Number Of Undergraduates:

308 (45% of all undergrads)

Number Of Undergraduates Receiving Any Financial Aid:

288 (94%)

Number Of Undergraduates Receiving Federal Grant Aid:

252 (82%)
Average Amount: $2453

Number Of Undergraduates Receiving State Or Local Grant Aid:

42 (14%)
Average Amount: $2562

Number Of Undergraduates Receiving Institutional Grant Aid:

23 (7%)
Average Amount: $719

Number Of Undergraduates Receiving Loan Aid:

274 (89%)
Average Amount: $3101

Westwood College - Los Angeles Admissions Details:

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Has Application Fee?

Yes:
Undergraduate Application Fee: $25

Admissions Considerations:

Secondary School GPA: