At a glance
Average net price
$29,053
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
70.3%
Admission rate
77%
Undergrad size
1,302
In-state tuition
$53,584
Out-of-state tuition
$53,584
Cost of attendance
$71,150
Median earnings (10y)
$64,778
Admissions
- SAT average
- 1,328
- ACT midpoint
- 29
- Retention
- 85.0%
- Locale
- Suburb
Programs breakdown
18 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by humanities & arts (23%), stem (20%), social sciences (18%).
- STEM20%
- Health11%
- Business15%
- Humanities & arts23%
- Social sciences18%
- Trades & services13%
- Business15.2%~198 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- Parks & recreation12.8%~167 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Health professions11.0%~144 students/yr · HealthCompare schools
- Psychology8.7%~113 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~101 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Communication6.9%~89 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Social sciences6.3%~82 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~58 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Liberal arts3.9%~51 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Computer science3.3%~43 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Education3.3%~43 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Engineering3.3%~43 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~43 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- English2.4%~31 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~27 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~27 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- History2.1%~27 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Mathematics1.2%~15 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
Share of all degrees and certificates awarded in each broad CIP-2 program area (U.S. Department of Education, latest reporting year). Estimated students/yr = share × undergrad size.
Specific majors offered
23 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.
| Major | Credential | Grads | Median earnings | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Business/Managerial Economics. | Bachelor's | 99 | $42,792 | $25,000 |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness. | Bachelor's | 78 | $31,114 | $24,250 |
| Biology, General. | Bachelor's | 72 | $31,121 | $23,250 |
| Communication and Media Studies. | Bachelor's | 53 | $37,638 | $23,250 |
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor's | 48 | $32,369 | $25,500 |
| Chemistry. | Bachelor's | 33 | — | — |
| Political Science and Government. | Bachelor's | 33 | — | — |
| Sociology. | Bachelor's | 31 | — | $23,048 |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General. | Bachelor's | 30 | — | — |
| English Language and Literature, General. | Bachelor's | 26 | $31,823 | $26,388 |
| Fine and Studio Arts. | Bachelor's | 24 | — | — |
| Religion/Religious Studies. | Bachelor's | 22 | — | — |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Bachelor's | 17 | $37,883 | $19,500 |
| History. | Bachelor's | 13 | — | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Undergraduate certificate | 12 | — | — |
| Romance Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics. | Bachelor's | 11 | — | — |
| Philosophy. | Bachelor's | 10 | — | — |
| Music. | Bachelor's | 9 | — | — |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Bachelor's | 8 | — | — |
| Engineering, General. | Bachelor's | 7 | — | — |
| Social Sciences, General. | Bachelor's | 7 | — | — |
| Mathematics. | Bachelor's | 6 | — | — |
| Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, General. | Bachelor's | 5 | — | — |
Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard Field of Study. Earnings cover graduates who received federal financial aid and are working / not enrolled. Cells marked "—" are not reported or were suppressed for privacy.
About Westmont College
Westmont College is a mid-sized institution located in Santa Barbara, California, primarily awarding the bachelor's degree. It enrolls roughly 1,302 undergraduate students in a suburb setting. The most popular fields of study include Business, Parks & recreation, Health professions.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at Westmont College — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $29,053 per year, which is above the national average compared to other U.S. institutions. Published tuition is $53,584 per year before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $71,150 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 70.3%, a strong completion outcome. 85.0% of first-time students return for a second year, a useful proxy for student satisfaction and academic fit. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $64,778 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
Westmont College confers degrees and certificates across 18 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Business, Parks & recreation, Health professions. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by humanities & arts (23% of credentials), stem (20% of credentials), social sciences (18% of credentials), which gives a quick read on the school's overall academic profile. Use the programs breakdown below to see every reported area, an estimated number of students per program per year, and links to compare other U.S. colleges in the same field.
Admissions
Westmont College accepts 77% of applicants, making it moderately selective. Admitted students have an average SAT score around 1,328. The ACT midpoint for admitted students is roughly 29.
Location & campus
Set in Santa Barbara, California (suburb), Westmont College draws students from across California and beyond. Prospective students often weigh proximity, cost of living, and local industry demand when choosing between schools in this area.
Frequently asked questions about Westmont College
Q.How much does Westmont College cost?
The average net price at Westmont College is $29,053 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $71,150.
Q.What is the graduation rate at Westmont College?
Westmont College has a 6-year graduation rate of 70.3% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How hard is it to get into Westmont College?
Westmont College admits 77% of applicants, which is considered moderately selective.
Q.How much do Westmont College graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median Westmont College graduate earns $64,778 per year.
Q.What is tuition at Westmont College?
Published tuition is $53,584 in-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is Westmont College located?
Westmont College is located in Santa Barbara, California (ZIP 93108).
Data on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and IPEDS, the federal sources colleges are required to report to. Net price, graduation rate, and earnings figures reflect the latest available federal release. Always verify current tuition and program availability directly with Westmont College at their official website.