Fast Facts
Westcliff University at a Glance
Founded in 1993, Westcliff University’s primary goal is to support the integration of classroom instruction into the real world of business, STEM, and education. Westcliff is a globally recognized university with a student body represented by 110+ countries. Courses are taught synchronously both online and on-campus by committed and passionate professors who are recognized in their fields.
Westcliff University embodies school spirit and pride by offering collegiate athletics and student clubs. The University promises that no matter where you live, you have direct access to an affordable, consistently high-quality, world-class education from the United States.
2024 Enrollment
7,190
22% Growth Rate
Student to Faculty
10:1
(National Avg: 18:1)
Student Body
110+ Countries
Represented by Students
'22-'23 Graduation
Rate
60%
(National Avg: 60%)
2022 Retention
Rate
76%
(National Avg: 62%)
Academic Programs
Highlights
- 15+ Program Concentrations
- SMART MBA Consulting
- Practical Learning Experience
- Regional Accreditation by WSCUC
- Global Recognition of Business Programs by ACBSP
- Scholarships Available
Highlights
- 15+ Program Concentrations
- REAL Intensive English Program
- Practical Learning Experience
- Regional Accreditation by WSCUC
- Scholarships Available
Programs
- Bachelor of Science in Computer Science (BSCS)
- Bachelor of Science in Information Technology (BSIT)
- Master of Science in Computer Science (MSCS)
- Master of Science in Engineering Management (MSEM)
- Master of Science in Information Technology (MSIT)
- Master of Science in Artificial Intelligence (MSAI)
- Doctor of Computer Science (DCS)
- Undergraduate Certificates
- Graduate Certificates
Highlights
- 10+ Program Concentrations
- Cybersecurity Bootcamp
- Full Stack Coding Bootcamp
- Practical Learning Experience
- Regional Accreditation by WSCUC
- Scholarships Available
Highlights
- 2 Program Concentrations
- First Cohort September 2025
- Cutting-edge simulation labs and modern study spaces
- Immersive, hands-on training
- Pending WSCUC & BRN Approvals
Highlights
- 50+ Years of Providing Quality Legal Education
- 150+ Graduates who are Judges and Judicial Officers in California
- 1966 Established
- 11,000+ Graduates
- 81.2% Employed 10 Months After Graduation
- Over 3.5 Million are Awarded in Scholarships to New & Continuing Students each Academic Year
Ranked #1
Top Graduate Marketing Programs (Best Value Schools, 2021)
Ranked Top 200
of 1000 for Peace, Justice, Strong Institutions (Times Higher Ed., 2022)
30,035
End-of-Course Student Survey Responses (2022)
$20,850
Average Undergraduate Program Annual Tuition (2023-24)
$13,860
Average Graduate Program Annual Tuition (2023-24)
Student Testimonials
“Westcliff was the perfect choice for me because of the family environment. Everyone around here is very close. Professors, students, athletes; it’s like one big family.”
“I have chosen Westcliff University because it provides flexible weekly and weekend programs and course work. It encourages foreign students to work and study in respective fields.”
“The school supports and cares about students and provides many services. The internship support services from Career Services are very beneficial to students.”Accreditations and Recognitions
Experiential Learning Opportunities
Innovative Thinking and Thought-Provoking Discussions with Guest Speakers
Faculty-Driven, Student-Focused Curriculum Enhancement with LITE Center
Student Consulting Programs with SMART™
Westcliff Athletics
National Championships
5
League Championships
3
Varsity Teams
13
Student Athletes
455
About Us
Westcliff Athletics educates, inspires, and empowers our student-athletes with a passion for building greatness that fuels everything we do. Our program develops student-athletes to achieve success through a process that focuses both the body and mind.
Our 5Cs culture is what unites us as a Westcliff family.
As Warriors, we strive to find great athletes with superior character, who can establish an exceptional culture, which will make a tremendous impact in the community, by being fully committed to excellence, which will translate into championships.
Men’s Sports
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Beach Volleyball
- Lacrosse
- Soccer
- Swim & Dive
- Tennis
- Volleyball
- Water Polo
- Wrestling
Women’s Sports
- Basketball
- Beach Volleyball
- Lacrosse
- Soccer
- Softball
- Swim & Dive
- Tennis
- Volleyball
- Water Polo
- Wrestling
Mixed Gender Sports
- Cheer/Dance
- Surf
CalPac Conference
GSAC
NAIA
