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Westcliff University: Where Learning Shapes Your Future

Degrees That Move You Forward in Business, Technology, Nursing, Law and Education

Welcome to Westcliff University, where potential meets opportunity. At Westcliff, we don’t settle for the ordinary—we cultivate excellence, embrace diversity, and challenge every student to rise above expectations.

Westcliff University is a place where your ambition is met with unwavering support, your dreams are nurtured, and your aspirations are turned into action. Our innovative learning environment, fueled by real-world expertise and a passion for growth, will propel you toward a future you can be proud of. Every step you take with us will bring you closer to achieving greatness. Together, we will push boundaries, break new ground, and create a lasting impact. We are looking forward to meeting you!

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College of Nursing

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Westcliff Canada

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College of Tech & Engineering

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College of Business

Westcliff University, College of Education

College of Education

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College of Law

Westcliff Fast Facts

Westcliff University’s primary goal is to support the integration of classroom instruction into the real world of business, STEM, and education. Students at Westcliff University learn from professors working in the field, providing a special opportunity to learn from enlightened and practical instructors.

10:1 Student to Faculty

10:1 Student to Faculty
(National Avg: 18:1) **

110+ Countries Represented

9,000+ Students from
110+ Countries ***

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Convenient Locations
In North America

31

Athletic Championships
Won Since 2021

*This is a Westcliff University internal number. Click here for information about Westcliff University’s demographic information and student outcomes. **Click here to access the student to faculty national average information. ***Click here to view the 2022 Times Higher Education Impact Rankings. Click here to view the student satisfaction report.

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Westcliff University is accredited by the WASC Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC).

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Military Friendly® is the standard that measures an organization’s commitment, effort and success in creating sustainable and meaningful benefit for the military community.

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Westcliff University’s College of Business is globally accredited by ACBSP.

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Westcliff University’s Graduate Information Technology Program is ranked as a Best Online Program by U.S. News & World Report.

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Westcliff University’s MBA is ranked #2 among Southern California programs by the LA Times.

Join Our Family

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Our four-year private, accredited education is accessible and affordable to all. Set your sails and embark on your academic journey with Westcliff University.

Undergraduate

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Your next chapter starts here. Discover rigorous but flexible master’s and doctorate degrees and certificates designed for working professionals.

Graduate

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Become a Westcliff Warrior. Our athletic program strives to seek both competitive excellence in the athletic arena and academic distinction in the classroom.

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Westcliff offers specialized guidance, assistance, and benefits to military and veteran students and is proud to be recognized as a Silver Military Friendly school.

Military

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Students from over 80 countries around the world have sought Westcliff’s affordable, quality education from the United States. Study online in your home country or at our campus in beautiful Southern California.

International

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Students can earn a Westcliff degree from anywhere with an Internet connection. Live online classes, engaging curriculum, and remote internship opportunities for all of our degrees await in our Online Program.

Online

Why Westcliff?

Accreditation

Regional and Global Accreditation

Westcliff University is regionally accredited by the WASC Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC) and globally accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP).

Academics

Career-Focused Education

Hands-on training in high-demand professions in Business, Technology, Nursing, Law, and Education.

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Affordable Tuition

Westcliff promises that no matter where you live, you have direct access to an affordable, consistently high-quality, world-class education.

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Dedicated Faculty & Staff

Westcliff’s dedicated team goes above and beyond to ensure students succeed and grow personally, academically, and professionally.

Campuses

Irvine – Main Campus

Corona

Dallas

Los Angeles

Miami

Orlando

San Francisco

Toronto

King’s College

Presidential Graduate School

SMART™ MBA Consulting Capstone

Westcliff University’s SMART™ MBA Consulting capstone program enables students to be management consultants for global powerhouses, regional brands, non-profits, and startups. As a result, students refine communication skills and develop creative thinking abilities at a pace and intensity that exceeds other programs.

How Does It Work?

  • Work with small student teams of no more than 5 people with support and guidance from faculty, executives, and mentors
  • Research, analyze, and develop recommendations for executives
  • Opportunity to provide results and resolutions to C-Suite executives
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MBA Capstone Student Testimonial

“The program allows us to use what we learned in the classroom in a real-life case. This was an awesome experience collaborating with an industry mentor and working together as a team.”

– Xinyu Zhou, MBA graduate

MBA Capstone Company Testimonial

“The Westcliff students had a detailed understanding of each market and comprehensive insight into what market would be best suited for our company breaking into the industry.”

– Ray Liu, CEO of Vena Vitals

Interested in the SMART™ MBA Consulting Capstone ?

Student Success Stories

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“What I love about Westcliff is how supported you feel as an international student. Professors understand your challenges, classmates help each other out, and there are so many tools if you ever need guidance especially with writing or academics. It really feels like everyone wants you to succeed.”

–Finn Pock, BBA Student - 2025
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“My very first internship in the U.S. came through my collaboration with Career Services at Westcliff University, and that experience was invaluable. Westcliff has helped me grow both personally and professionally, from connecting with students and professors from around the world to learning in an inclusive, diverse environment. The opportunity to collaborate, communicate, and learn from so many different perspectives is something you truly can’t overestimate.”

-Comfort Nkana, MBA Student - 2025
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