West Region
West Colleges & Universities
The West is home to world-renowned research universities, innovative tech hubs, and stunning natural settings from coastal California to the Rocky Mountains.
168
Total Colleges
11
States
Explore by State
Top West Colleges
Leading universities across the West, sorted by selectivity.
San Diego, CA•Private
N/A
Acceptance Rate$16,569/yr
N/A
64%
"A focused haven in sunny San Diego for students driven by psychology and education careers."
Portland, OR•Public
5%
Acceptance Rate$15,048/yr
N/A
93%
"Oregon Health & Science University is located in Portland, OR."
Los Angeles, CA•Private
33%
Acceptance Rate$8,137/yr
N/A
N/A
"Pacific States University is located in Los Angeles, CA."
Loma Linda, CA•Private
37%
Acceptance Rate$33,552/yr
1050-1300
88%
"Loma Linda University is located in Loma Linda, CA."
Los Angeles, CA•Private
42%
Acceptance Rate$31,275/yr
N/A
77%
"FIDM-Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising is located in Los Angeles, CA."
Los Angeles, CA•Private
48%
Acceptance Rate$41,201/yr
N/A
N/A
"Hussian College-Los Angeles is located in Los Angeles, CA."
San Francisco, CA•Private
52%
Acceptance Rate$21,116/yr
N/A
82%
"California Institute of Integral Studies is located in San Francisco, CA."
Pasadena, CA•Private
52%
Acceptance RateN/A
N/A
15%
"University of the People is located in Pasadena, CA."
Portland, OR•Private
53%
Acceptance Rate$38,080/yr
1050-1220
58%
"Multnomah University is located in Portland, OR."
Kenmore, WA•Private
59%
Acceptance Rate$28,950/yr
1050-1290
43%
"Bastyr University is located in Kenmore, WA."
Oakland, CA•Private
62%
Acceptance Rate$11,400/yr
N/A
77%
"Lincoln University is located in Oakland, CA."
Fairbanks, AK•Public
65%
Acceptance Rate$18,249/yr
1010-1280
40%
"A northern frontier of learning where Arctic research meets rugged Alaskan spirit in Fairbanks."
Anchorage, AK•Public
65%
Acceptance Rate$20,358/yr
N/A
33%
"University of Alaska Anchorage is located in Anchorage, AK."
San Marcos, CA•Private
66%
Acceptance Rate$27,000/yr
N/A
N/A
"University of Saint Katherine is located in San Marcos, CA."
Incline Village, NV•Private
67%
Acceptance RateN/A
990-1200
N/A
"Sierra Nevada University is located in Incline Village, NV."
Oakland, CA•Private
69%
Acceptance Rate$47,931/yr
1050-1260
95%
"Samuel Merritt University is located in Oakland, CA."
Rancho Palos Verdes, CA•Private
74%
Acceptance Rate$51,157/yr
940-1150
N/A
"Marymount California University is located in Rancho Palos Verdes, CA."
North Hollywood, CA•Private
78%
Acceptance Rate$34,742/yr
N/A
81%
"West Coast University-Los Angeles is located in North Hollywood, CA."
Los Angeles, CA•Private
80%
Acceptance Rate$9,720/yr
980-1240
53%
"American Jewish University is located in Los Angeles, CA."
Belmont, CA•Private
93%
Acceptance Rate$15,792/yr
950-1175
62%
"Notre Dame de Namur University is located in Belmont, CA."
Frequently Asked Questions About West Colleges
West colleges are known for their distinctive characteristics, academic traditions, and campus cultures. The region offers diverse educational experiences, from historic institutions to modern research universities, each with unique strengths in various academic disciplines.
The West is home to many top-ranked colleges and universities. The best choice depends on your academic interests, career goals, preferred campus size, and budget. Consider factors like program strength, graduation rates, and post-graduation outcomes when evaluating schools.