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Private nonprofit, 4-Year
Santa Barbara, CA

Westmont College

Explore one of the most distinguished institutions in CA. Your pathway to a brighter future begins here.

Annual Tuition

$51,790

Average Sticker Price

Admission Rate

79.9%

Selectivity Level

Graduation Rate

71.8%

Completion Success

Median Earnings

$64,778

10y Career Outlook

About Institution

Westmont College is a distinguished Private nonprofit, 4-Year institution located in Santa Barbara, CA. With a competitive tuition profile of $51,790, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 71.8% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.

Admissions Intel

SAT Score Range

Reading & Writing622 – 720
20025th–75th percentile800
Math590 – 698
20025th–75th percentile800

ACT Score Range

Composite30 – 34
125th–75th percentile36

Acceptance Rate

79.9%

Transfer-Out Rate0.0%

Investment Return

Estimated College ROI Analysis

Total 4-Year Cost

$207,160

Based on sticker tuition

Estimated Payback

6.0 yrs

Time to recoup investment

Annual Earnings Boost

+$34,778

vs. $30k HS diploma baseline

10-Year Net Gain

+$140,620

Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost

20-Year Net Gain

+$488,400

Long-term projected return on your education investment

ROI estimates use the BLS national median of $30,000/yr for high school diploma holders as a baseline. Actual results vary based on major, career path, location, and individual circumstances. Median graduate debt at Westmont College is $23,250.

Student Community

Gender Balance

Women
Men
61.4%
38.6%
FemininityMasculinity

Ethnic Diversity

White
51.6%
Hispanic
23.4%
Two or more
8.1%
Asian
6.5%
Unknown
5.9%
Black
2.4%
International
1.7%
American Indian / Alaska Native
0.2%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
0.1%

Security Audit

Safety Rating: 3-Year Aggregate

Incidents

3

Burglary

0

Theft

3

Assault

0

Robbery

0

Rape

0

Arson

0

Murder

0

Financial Outlook

Total Sticker Price

$51,790

Estimated cost before aid.

Net Price By Income

$0 - $30k$24,220
$30k - $48k$22,301
$48k - $75k$24,081
$75k+$30,116

Debt & Financial Aid

Median Debt (grads)$23,250
Pell Grant Recipients18.6%
Using Federal Loans50.0%
Historical 3yr Loan Repayment81.6%

Repayment measured in 2016–17; this federal measure was discontinued.

Grant Aid (IPEDS 2021)

Avg. Total Grant Aid$33,900
Pell Grant Recipients19.0%

* Most students receive significant grants and scholarships, reducing the actual cost. Grant data from IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey.

Quick Overview

Faculty Ratio

N/A

Retention

86.8%

Success

71.8%

In-State Cost

$51,790

Age 25+ Students

3.6%

Carnegie Class

Baccalaureate: Arts & Sciences

Working at 6yr

323 students

Security Benchmark

Campus vs. City Comparison (Per 100k)

Violent Offenses

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Santa Barbara (City-wide)0.0

Property Crimes

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Santa Barbara (City-wide)0.0

Stats sourced from institutional reports and municipal data. These rates provide a standardized baseline for comparing safety across different environments.

Living In Santa Barbara

Off-Campus Market Estimator

Current Fair Market Rents
🏠

Studio

$2,330

Monthly Average

🏢

1 Bedroom

$2,651

Monthly Average

🏘️

2 Bedrooms

$2,994

Monthly Average

🏢

3 Bedrooms

$

Monthly Average

Data provided by HUD Fair Market Rent (FMR). These estimates assist with financial planning for off-campus housing in the Santa Barbara metropolitan area.