Established in 1990, the University of the West is a non-profit private liberal arts higher education institution located in the suburban setting of the small city of Rosemead (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), California. Officially accredited by the WASC Senior College and University Commission, University of the West (Uwest) is a very small-sized (uniRank enrollment range: under-250 students) coeducational US higher education institution formally affiliated with the Buddhist religion. University of the West (Uwest) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. The acceptance rate range is 100% making this US higher education organization a non-selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. Uwest also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, study abroad and exchange programs, as well as administrative services.
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Acronym | Uwest |
Founded | 1990 |
Colours | Burgundy and gold |
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Address | 1409 Walnut Grove Avenue Rosemead 91770 California United States |
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The following University of the West's Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify University of the West's academic range and degree level offering.
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Local students |
12,500-14,999 US$ (11,390-13,670 Euro) |
12,500-14,999 US$ (11,390-13,670 Euro) |
International students |
12,500-14,999 US$ (11,390-13,670 Euro) |
12,500-14,999 US$ (11,390-13,670 Euro) |
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Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.
uniRank publishes below some basic University of the West's admission information.
This institution admits Men and Women (coed).
Has University of the West a selective admission policy? None, open admission policy.
University of the West's acceptance rate range is 100% making this institution a non-selective higher education institution.
International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.
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University size and profile can be important factors to consider when choosing a university. Here are some potential reasons why University size and profile can affect students when choosing a university.
uniRank publishes below some major size and profile indicators for University of the West.
University of the West has an enrollment range of under-250 students making it a very small-sized institution.
This institution has a range of 50-99 academic employees (Faculty).
University of the West is a private higher education institution.
University of the West is a non-profit higher education institution.
This institution's main campus is located in a Suburban setting.
This institution adopts a Semesters type of academic calendar.
University of the West has a Buddhist affiliation (Fo Guang Shan).
The Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education is a framework for categorizing colleges and universities in the United States... learn more
The classification was first created by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching in 1970, and it has been updated periodically since then. The Carnegie Classification is based on a set of criteria, such as the level and types of degrees offered, research activity and enrollment size. Institutions are classified into one of several categories based on these criteria, ranging from "doctoral universities" with very high research activity to "special focus institutions" that primarily award degrees in a specific field, such as the arts or health professions. The classification allows for quick comparisons between institutions within and across categories.
uniRank provides below the official University of the West's Carnegie classification.
Basic Classification | Baccalaureate Colleges: Arts & Sciences Focus |
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Size & Setting | Four-year, very small, highly residential institution |
Enrollment Profile | Majority undergraduate |
Undergraduate Profile | Four-year, full-time, inclusive, higher transfer-in institution |
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Undergraduate Instructional Program | Arts & sciences plus professions, some graduate coexistence |
Graduate Instructional Program | Research Doctoral: Single program-Other |
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uniRank provides below an overview of University of the West's main facilities:
This institution has a physical Library.
This institution provides housing services such as on-campus residences or dormitories.
In particular, the University of West provides on-campus housing and the total dormitory capacity, whether on or off campus, was about 150 students in the 2021 academic year. Source: IPDES.Not reported
uniRank provides below an overview of University of the West's main services:
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This institution offers study abroad and exchange program opportunities for its students.
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This institution has not reported offering distance education opportunities. Source: IPDES.This institution offers students academic guidance and support to assist them in their academic pursuits.
This institution offers career counseling, career assessments, job and internship postings, career events, alumni networking or other career-related services to assist students transition successfully from academic life to professional life.
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University of the West is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: WASC Senior College and University Commission
Year of first Recognition or Accreditation
2006
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Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of fields of study and disciplines a University focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer academic divisions and a simplified organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.
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This higher education institution is not a member of the Open Education Global (OEGlobal) organization that is developing, implementing and supporting free open education and free online courses. View a list of Open Education Global members by country.
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