Prospective Students
Welcome to Westmont College Admissions! Your admission counselor is here to guide you through every step of the admissions process, support you in exploring your passions, and ensure that your transition to college experience is smooth and well-informed.
We invite you to schedule a visit and immerse yourself in the vibrant and welcoming community that defines Westmont College. Your journey towards a deeper purpose starts here. Here for you, because we were you!
Visit and Receive a $1,000 Scholarship!
2025 applicants can receive $1,000 in additional aid for coming for an official admissions visit to campus!
CLASSIC LIBERAL ARTS EDUCATION
Discover Your Path at Westmont
Westmont offers the best of the timeless liberal arts with students exploring the breadth of academic disciplines, from the arts to the sciences, while delving deep in their major. All majors, including nursing, engineering and data analytics, expose students to a variety of viewpoints and encourage deeper thinking that leads to finding a meaningful purpose in life.
Visit Westmont
Located in Santa Barbara, the American Riviera, you’ll flourish in a culturally rich and vibrant setting.
You belong here. You’ll feel at home here. You just have to see it for yourself!
YOUR VISIT. YOUR WAY.
We offer daily, individualized visits and tours, recommended for high school students of any grade level.
Full-day campus events and preview days are the perfect way to get to know Westmont College.
Virtual Self-Guided Experiences
Unable to be here in person? View our wide array of online tours and event experiences.
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Our online application makes it easy to submit your materials, and your admission counselors are available to provide guidance and answer any questions you may have along the way. Be sure to mark your calendars with our important application dates to ensure you don't miss any deadlines.
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You've been admitted to Westmont and we could not be more thrilled! We think you belong here, and we're here to make the decision process as smooth and streamlined as possible. Whether you are a first year or a transfer, click the button below to find your next steps.
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You've made a great choice! Whether you are a first year or a transfer, you've made a great choice to attend one of the nation's top liberal arts Christian colleges. We can't wait to welcome you to our beautiful sea-side Santa Barbara oasis. We look forward to seeing you on campus!
Net Price Calculator
Many students find that their cost of attendance at Westmont is 25-50% lower on average than our sticker price. Check out our new Net Price Calculator, designed to help you receive a personalized estimate in less than five minutes!
DISCOVER YOUR
Deeper Purpose
Check Out Your Residence Halls
Westmont College provides students with a vibrant and supportive living community through its residence halls, fostering a conducive environment for academic and personal growth.
W H O A R E
Westmont Students?
They approach learning with curiosity, humility and gratitude.
They focus on pursuing an education, not a degree.
They embrace self-evaluation as they grow and learn from each other.
They work hard to become well informed and choose to live a life of purpose.
They value an environment that both challenges and supports them.
They develop the character to confront challenges and respond with wisdom and grace.
They embrace the work of spiritual, moral and character formation.
They cultivate skills to succeed professionally and serve the world.
They want to live a life of significance and contribute to causes that will outlive them.
Scholarships & Financial Services
Like many students, you may discover that our generous assistance means you pay less at Westmont than at a public university or other independent college. Dig into the numbers and think about where you want to invest these transformational four years. 95% of new students at Westmont receive academic scholarships, talent-based scholarships and/or need-based grants.
Parents
Every year, we welcome more than 400 new students to Westmont. During their education, we prepare them for a lifetime of leadership and service in every sphere of modern society.
Student Life
Embrace a rich and engaging student life at Westmont College that extends well beyond the classroom. Immerse yourself in a plethora of on-campus activities, from student-led clubs and captivating cultural events, to meaningful outreach through our diverse ministries, where you can make a positive impact both locally and globally.
Ranked #1 Christian Liberal Arts College
in California and the Western United States.
For two decades, Westmont, ranked by U.S. News & World Report at No. 108 (tied), is one of the top two national Christian liberal arts colleges and the number one Christian liberal arts college in California and in the Western United States.
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