University of the West
Rosemead, CA · Private nonprofit · Bachelor's degrees · Suburb
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About University of the West
University of the West (UWest) is a private Buddhist university in Rosemead, California, United States. It was founded in 1990 by Hsing Yun, founder of the Taiwan-based Buddhist order Fo Guang Shan and Hsi Lai Temple, the North American order headquarters. The school offered its first class in spring of 1991. UWest is accredited by the WASC Senior College and University Commission. Founded by a Buddhist organization, UWest is described in their official documents as a "Buddhist-affiliated university" that is "informed by Buddhist wisdom," but UWest students are not required to be members of Fo Guang Shan or practice Buddhism in any form.
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100%
Acceptance
$6,845
Net price
32
Enrollment
38%
Grad rate
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Graduation & retention rates
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Earnings vs. cost of attendance
Career Outcomes
Graduate earnings after 10 years
Affordability
Average net price after aid
Selectivity
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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
100%
Acceptance rate
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SAT average
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ACT midpoint
Cost & Financial Aid
$6,845
Average net price
$15,446
In-state tuition
$15,446
Out-of-state tuition
$14,244
Room & board
$1,062
Books & supplies
$21,278
Total cost of attendance
28%
Students receiving Pell grants
19%
Students with federal loans
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Median student debt
Average net price by family income
Net price is the average annual cost after grants and scholarships for federally-aided students.
Popular Majors
After Graduation
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Median earnings (10 yrs)
$33,856
Median earnings (6 yrs)
38%
Graduation rate
50%
Retention rate
$15,538
Instructional spend / student
Student Body
32
Total enrollment
3%
Part-time
22
Avg. age at entry
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First-generation
Gender balance
Race & ethnicity
University of the West FAQ
Is University of the West a public or private school?
University of the West is a private nonprofit institution located in Rosemead, CA.
What is the acceptance rate at University of the West?
University of the West has an acceptance rate of 100%, based on the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
How much does University of the West cost?
The average annual net price at University of the West is $6,845 — the typical cost after grants and scholarships for federally-aided students. Published tuition is $15,446.
What is the graduation rate at University of the West?
About 38% of students at University of the West complete their degree, according to federal completion data.
How many students attend University of the West?
University of the West enrolls about 32 students.
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