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West Coast University

Β· Public University

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West Coast University: the applicant's brief

6 findings
  1. The short answer

    West Coast University is a United States university with campuses in California, Texas, and Florida, and it focuses on healthcare degrees. It suits students who want a healthcare-oriented option with multiple campus locations in the U.S.

  2. What you can study

    West Coast University focuses on healthcare degrees. The available information does not list a full programme catalogue, so confirm the specific degrees, entry points, and campus availability on the university website before applying.

  3. Getting in

    International applicants should apply through the university’s official admissions process and check the current entry requirements, document list, and campus-specific study options online. The university’s language requirements, visa support, and any programme-specific conditions should be confirmed directly with admissions.

  4. What it costs

    The university does not publish a fee range in the available information, so confirm tuition directly with its admissions office. Living costs will depend on the city and campus, with different expenses in Los Angeles, Anaheim, Ontario, Richardson, and Miami.

  5. Coming from abroad

    For a student moving from abroad, the key practical questions are which campus offers the programme, what documents are needed, and whether there are any language or visa requirements. Confirm the language of instruction, intake dates, and immigration steps with the university before applying.

  6. How it compares

    Among 2,515 universities in the United States, West Coast University stands out more for its healthcare focus and multi-state campus network than for a broad academic profile. If you want a specialist institution rather than a large general university, it is worth comparing on programme fit and campus location.

Written from this university's catalogue entry and its cited encyclopedia summary. Figures are only shown where the institution or a cited source publishes them β€” always confirm fees and entry requirements with the university itself before applying.

Questions about West Coast University

What is West Coast University focused on?

It focuses on healthcare degrees.

Where does West Coast University have campuses?

It has campus locations in Los Angeles, Anaheim, and Ontario in California; Richardson, Texas; and Miami, Florida.

What country is West Coast University in?

It is in the United States.

What is the university website?

http://westcoastuniversity.edu/

Overview

West Coast University (WCU) is a private, for-profit university focused on healthcare degrees with campus locations in Los Angeles, Anaheim, and Ontario, California; Richardson, Texas; and Miami, Florida. David Pyle founded American Career College in 1979 under the name of American College of Optics. Originally the school focused only on optical dispensing. In May 1997, Pyle purchased West Coast University, which was chartered by the State of California in 1909, out of bankruptcy, and developed a program for the training of registered nurses.

Programs at West Coast University

28 programs across 5 study levels.

Master's Degree

Master's Degree Medicine & Health Sciences

Direct-Entry MSN

West Coast University

⏱ 1–2 years πŸŽ“ Full Time
Master's Degree Medicine & Health Sciences

Family Nurse Practitioner

West Coast University

⏱ 1–2 years πŸŽ“ Full Time
Master's Degree Medicine & Health Sciences

MS in Occupational Therapy

West Coast University

⏱ 1–2 years πŸŽ“ Full Time
Master's Degree Medicine & Health Sciences

MSN

West Coast University

⏱ 1–2 years πŸŽ“ Full Time
Master's Degree Medicine & Health Sciences

Master of Public Health

West Coast University

⏱ 1–2 years πŸŽ“ Full Time
Master's Degree Education

Nurse Educator

West Coast University

⏱ 1–2 years πŸŽ“ Full Time
Master's Degree Business & Management

Nurse Leader

West Coast University

⏱ 1–2 years πŸŽ“ Full Time
Master's Degree Medicine & Health Sciences

RN to MSN

West Coast University

⏱ 1–2 years πŸŽ“ Full Time

Diploma

Bachelor's Degree

Bachelor's Degree Medicine & Health Sciences

BS in Dental Hygiene

West Coast University

⏱ 4 years πŸŽ“ Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Medicine & Health Sciences

BS in Nursing

West Coast University

⏱ 4 years πŸŽ“ Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Medicine & Health Sciences

BS in Public Health

West Coast University

⏱ 4 years πŸŽ“ Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Medicine & Health Sciences

LVN/LPN to BSN

West Coast University

⏱ 4 years πŸŽ“ Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Medicine & Health Sciences

RN to BSN

West Coast University

⏱ 4 years πŸŽ“ Full Time

Professional

Professional Medicine & Health Sciences

Doctor of Nursing Practice

West Coast University

⏱ 3–4 years πŸŽ“ Full Time
Professional Medicine & Health Sciences

Doctor of Pharmacy

West Coast University

⏱ 3–4 years πŸŽ“ Full Time

Other

Tuition fees & costs

Indicative annual tuition

On request

Indicative living cost

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Fees vary by programme and are indicative. Confirm exact fees with the university before applying.

Admission requirements

How to apply

  1. 1Check the entry requirements and intake dates for your chosen programme on the official university website.
  2. 2Confirm you meet the academic requirements (high-school certificate, bachelor’s degree or equivalent) for the programme.
  3. 3Apply directly through the university admission portal, or via its official application platform.
  4. 4Submit your transcripts and English-proficiency scores (IELTS / TOEFL / Duolingo English Test) and pay the application fee.
  5. 5On receiving your offer letter, accept it and begin your student-visa process for United States.

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Last updated 29 Aug 2026. Information is provided for guidance β€” verify with official sources before applying.

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