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Golden West College

Huntington Beach, CA · Public · Associate's degrees · Suburb

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About Golden West College

Golden West College is a mid-sized, public institution in Huntington Beach, CA, in a suburb setting. It enrolls about 9,034 students. 49% of students complete their degree on time. Ten years after enrolling, graduates earn a median of $43,145.

Open

Acceptance

$4,824

Net price

9,034

Enrollment

49%

Grad rate

Report Card

C+

Academics

Graduation & retention rates

B+

Value

Earnings vs. cost of attendance

C+

Career Outcomes

Graduate earnings after 10 years

A+

Affordability

Average net price after aid

N/A

Selectivity

How hard it is to get in

A

Diversity

Racial & ethnic balance of students

Grades are computed from official U.S. Department of Education metrics (graduation, cost, earnings, selectivity and student diversity).

Admissions

Open admissions

Acceptance rate

—

SAT average

—

ACT midpoint

This school has an open-admissions policy — most applicants are admitted.

Cost & Financial Aid

$4,824

Average net price

$1,380

In-state tuition

$11,628

Out-of-state tuition

—

Room & board

$1,465

Books & supplies

$14,618

Total cost of attendance

23%

Students receiving Pell grants

2%

Students with federal loans

$7,179

Median student debt

Average net price by family income

$0–30K
$3,417
$30–48K
$4,126
$48–75K
$7,481
$75–110K
$10,405

Net price is the average annual cost after grants and scholarships for federally-aided students.

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After Graduation

$43,145

Median earnings (10 yrs)

$34,462

Median earnings (6 yrs)

49%

Graduation rate

70%

Retention rate

65%

Earn more than a HS grad

$5,794

Instructional spend / student

Student Body

9,034

Total enrollment

68%

Part-time

23

Avg. age at entry

53%

First-generation

Gender balance

53% women
47% men

Race & ethnicity

Hispanic
33%
Asian
30%
White
24%
Two or more races
5%
Black
2%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
0%
American Indian / Alaska Native
0%

Golden West College FAQ

Is Golden West College a public or private school?

Golden West College is a public institution located in Huntington Beach, CA.

What is the acceptance rate at Golden West College?

Golden West College has an open-admissions policy, meaning most applicants who meet basic requirements are admitted.

How much does Golden West College cost?

The average annual net price at Golden West College is $4,824 — the typical cost after grants and scholarships for federally-aided students. Published tuition is $1,380 in-state and $11,628 out-of-state.

What is the graduation rate at Golden West College?

About 49% of students at Golden West College complete their degree, according to federal completion data.

How much do Golden West College graduates earn?

Ten years after enrolling, Golden West College students earn a median of $43,145 per year.

How many students attend Golden West College?

Golden West College enrolls about 9,034 students.

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