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University of the West
University of the West
ROSEMEAD, CA . 4 Year 3.7
#4699 in Best Colleges in America
1409 WALNUT GROVE AVE ROSEMEAD, CA 91770

Overview

The University of the West (UWest) is a private, nonprofit university in Rosemead, California, dedicated to holistic education rooted in Buddhist wisdom and values. Offering undergraduate and graduate programs in business, psychology, religious studies, and more, UWest fosters academic excellence, personal growth, and social responsibility. The university embraces diversity, welcoming students from all backgrounds to engage in a supportive and inclusive learning environment. With small class sizes, personalized instruction, and a focus on critical thinking and ethical leadership, UWest prepares graduates for meaningful careers while promoting mindfulness, compassion, and global awareness in an ever-changing world.

Rankings

  • #475 in Best Colleges in California

  • 4699

    #4699 in Best Colleges in America

  • #475 in Best Colleges in California

Majors

  • Liberal Arts and Humanities
    15 Graduates
  • Business
    11 Graduates
  • Psychology
    10 Graduates
  • English
    2 Graduates
  • Teaching English as a Second Language
    0 Graduates

Admissions

  • Application Deadline
  • 100%
    Acceptance Rate
  • Application Fee
  • Average Total Aid Awarded
    $5,975
  • Students Receiving Financial Aid
    67%
  • National Average Cost
    $15,523

Costs

  • Full-Time Enrollment
    60 Undergrads
  • Part-Time Undergrads
    17
  • Undergrads Over 25
    18%
  • Pell Grant
    33%
  • Varsity Athletes

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