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Golden West College

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

C

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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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