Westcliff University

Westcliff University is a mid-size private non-profit specialized institution located in Irvine, California, with an undergraduate enrollment of 2,363. The institution offers undergraduate and graduate programs across multiple academic disciplines, serving a student body drawn primarily from the local and regional population. As an independently governed, non-profit institution relying on tuition, endowment returns, and philanthropic support, it operates within the broader California postsecondary education landscape and is regionally accredited, making its credits and degrees eligible for federal financial aid. With a 73% acceptance rate, admission is broadly accessible. With a 73% acceptance rate, the institution is broadly accessible while maintaining academic standards. Net price for families earning \$48,001–$75,000 averages $35,913 per year. The 4-year graduation rate is 61%, 16 percentage points above the national average of 45%. Median debt at graduation for federal aid recipients is $23,750. The student-to-faculty ratio is 11:1. Prospective students are encouraged to review net price calculators and complete the FAFSA early, as institutional aid availability varies significantly by family income level.