Consumer Information Disclosures

Consumer Information Disclosures

The Higher Education Act of 1965 (HEA), as amended by the Higher Education Opportunity Act of 2008 (HEOA), includes many disclosures and reporting requirements. A disclosure requirement is information that a postsecondary education institution is required to distribute or make available to another party, such as students or employees. A reporting requirement is information submitted to the U.S. Department of Education or other agencies. Disclosure and reporting requirements sometimes overlap for certain topics.

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Institutions are required to make information available to students and others. Such information includes general institutional operation, copyright infringement, financial aid, general completion and graduation rates, annual security report, completion and graduation rates for students, and financial support.

The provision of this information is regulated by the Federal government. The disclosures below and referenced herein are provided in accordance with these federal regulations:

Accreditation & State Authorization

 

Westcliff University is accredited by the WASC Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC). WSCUC is an institutional accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Department of Education (ED) and the Council on Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA).

1080 Marina Village Parkway, Suite 500
Alameda, CA 94501
(510) 748-9797
URL: www.wascsenior.org


ACBSP Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs

Westcliff University College of Business is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP). Founded in 1988, ACBSP ignites a standard of excellence with an accreditation process based on the Baldrige Education Criteria for Performance Excellence. ACBSP accreditation focuses on recognizing teaching excellence, determining student learning outcomes, and a continuous improvement model. Institutions with programs accredited by ACBSP are committed to continuous improvement that ensures their business program will give students the skills employers want. To learn more, please visit the ACBSP website.

Address: 8101 College Blvd #100, Overland Park, KS 66210
Phone: (913) 339-9356
URL: www.acbsp.org 


HEA Consumer Information Disclosure Requirements

The Higher Education Act of 1965 (HEA), as amended by the Higher Education Opportunity Act of 2008 (HEOA), requires that higher education institutions participating in federal student aid programs disclose information to current and prospective students.

Final regulations implementing the legislative provisions for consumer information are available from the Federal Registers website. For more information on the HEOA, please visit the U.S. Department of Education website. For additional information, including requesting a paper copy of any materials, please call or email the appropriate office.

Adverse Actions

No state entity or accrediting agency has initiated any adverse actions against Westcliff University.


State Authorization

Westcliff University has been approved for authorization in the following states.

Home State:

California

Westcliff University received authorization from the California Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education to offer its programs online.

Other States:

Arizona

Westcliff University’s programs are not under the jurisdiction of the Arizona State Board for Private Postsecondary Education since the university has no physical presence in Arizona.

Colorado

Westcliff University’s online programs and activities do not constitute physical presence within Colorado; therefore, Colorado Department of Higher Education approval is not required to continue offering online degree and certificate programs.

Florida

Westcliff University is approved by the Florida Commission of Independent Education to offer programs at the Miami and Orlando campuses.

Hawaii

Westcliff University does not have physical presence in the State of Hawaii; therefore, authorization from the Hawai’i Post-Secondary Education Authorization Program (HPEAP) is not required.

Idaho

Westcliff University does not have a physical presence in the State of Idaho, therefore authorization from the Idaho State Board of Education is not required.

Illinois

Westcliff University received approval from the Illinois Board of Higher Education to operate in Illinois.

Louisiana

Westcliff University does not have a physical facility in the State of Louisiana, therefore authorization from the Board of Regents – State of Louisiana is not required.

Massachusetts

Westcliff University does not have a physical presence in the State of Massachusetts and, therefore, is not required to be licensed by the Massachusetts Department of Higher Education.

Mississippi

Westcliff University has received a Certificate of Registration from the Mississippi Community College Board Commission on Proprietary School and College Registration to offer its programs online.

Missouri

Westcliff University does not have a physical presence in the State of Missouri and, therefore, is not required to be licensed by the Missouri Department of Higher Education.

Ohio

Westcliff University is exempt from the authorization of the Ohio Board of Regents.

Nebraska

Westcliff University has no physical presence in Nebraska and is not required to seek authorization from the Nebraska Coordinating Commission for Postsecondary Education to offer online courses or programs.

Nevada

Westcliff University has received a Nevada Exemption for Distance Education.

New Jersey

Westcliff University fully meets state regulation N.J.S.A. 18A:3-15.3, requiring all out-of-state institutions to have received accreditation from bodies recognized by the Council of Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) or U.S. Department of Education as a duly authorized institution of higher education.

Oklahoma

Westcliff University does not require authorization from the Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Education to offer online-only degree-related distance education in Oklahoma.

Pennsylvania

Westcliff University has received approval from the Pennsylvania Department of Education to operate in Pennsylvania.

South Carolina

Westcliff University is not required to seek licensure with the South Carolina Commission on Higher Education, since physical presence in the state is not established.

South Dakota

Westcliff University is not required to seek licensure with the South Dakota Secretary of State, since physical presence in the state is not established.

Texas

Westcliff University is exempt from oversight of the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board since there is no physical presence in the state.

Utah

Westcliff University has received approval from the Utah Department of Commerce to operate in Utah.

Vermont

Westcliff University is not required to seek licensure with the Vermont General Assembly, since physical presence in the state is not established.

Washington

Westcliff University has received approval from the Washington Student Achievement Council to operate in Washington.


State Contact Information for Student Complaints

Please click HERE for state consumer complaint contact information.


General Institutional Information

Name of Institution:           Westcliff University

Locations

Address: 17877 Von Karman Ave 4th floor, Irvine, CA 92614
Phone: 949-825-5999

Address: 401 Wilshire Blvd, Suite 201, Santa Monica, CA 90401

Address:825 Brickell Bay Dr #1850 Miami, FL 33131

Address: 715 Bloom St, Suite 200, Orlando, FL 34747

Year Founded: 1993


University’s Mission:

Westcliff University’s mission is to educate, inspire, and empower students from around the world  to acquire the competencies to excel personally and professionally through innovative, high-quality distance and campus programs.


Privacy of Student Records – Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA)

Contact:        Westcliff University Registrar
Phone:          949-825-5563
Email:           registrar@westcliff.edu

The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) allows present and future students to have access to their individual educational records, provides basic protections of privacy of their records, and allows them to request that certain “directory information” be kept confidential.


Facilities and Services for Students with Disabilities

Contact:        Westcliff University Student Services
Phone:          949-825-5040
Email:           services@westcliff.edu

Westcliff University is dedicated to providing equal opportunities for student success through accessible education programs. It is the policy of Westcliff University to provide reasonable accommodations to students who qualify.

Student Activities

Contact:        Westcliff University Student Services
Phone:          949-825-5040
Email:           services@westcliff.edu

Accreditation, Approval and Licensure

Contact:       President of Westcliff University
Phone:         949-825-5988
Email:          president@westcliff.edu

 

WASC Senior College and University Commission

985 Atlantic Avenue, Suite 100
Alameda, CA 94501
(510) 748-9001
URL: www.wascsenior.org

Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education

2535 Capitol Oaks Drive, Suite 400
Sacramento, CA 95833
URL:      www.bppe.ca.gov
Phone: 949-370-7589
Fax:      916-263-1897

Educational Programs and Instructional Facilities

Contact:       Director of Academics Affairs
Phone:          949-825-5040
Email:           academics@westcliff.edu

College of Business

Contact:        Dean – College of Business
Phone:          949-825-6040
Email:          williamlightfoot@westcliff.edu

College of Education

Contact:        Associate Dean – College of Education
Phone:          949-825-5049
Email:          jodiconsten@westcliff.edu

Textbooks

Contact:        Westcliff University Student Services
Phone:          949-825-5040
Email:           services@westcliff.edu

Computer Use

Contact:        Director of Technology
Phone:          949-825-5565
Email:           vnguyen@westlicff.edu

Leave of Absence

Contact:       Registrar
Phone:          949-825-5563
Email:         registrar@westcliff.edu

Administration

Contact:       President of Westcliff University
Phone:         949-825-5040
Email:          president@westcliff.edu

Admissions

Contact:        Director of Admissions
Phone:          949-825-5048
Email:           admissions@westcliff.edu


Copyright Infringement – Policies and Sanctions

Summary of Civil and Criminal Penalties for Violation of Federal Copyright Laws
Copyright infringement is the act of exercising, without permission or legal authority, one or more of the exclusive rights granted to the copyright owner under section 106 of the Copyright Act (Title 17 of the United States Code). These rights include the right to reproduce or distribute a copyrighted work. In the file-sharing context, downloading or uploading substantial parts of a copyrighted work without authority constitutes an infringement.

Penalties for copyright infringement include civil and criminal penalties. In general, anyone found liable for civil copyright infringement may be ordered to pay either actual damages or “statutory” damages affixed at not less than $750 and not more than $30,000 per work infringed. For “willful” infringement, a court may award up to $150,000 per work infringed. A court can, in its discretion, also assess costs and attorneys’ fees. For details, see Title 17, United States Code, Sections 504, 505. Willful copyright infringement can also result in criminal penalties, including imprisonment of up to five years and fines of up to $250,000 per offense. For more information, please see the website of the U.S. Copyright Office at www.copyright.gov.


Summary – Requirements for Completion of Academic Programs Offered

 BBA

Required Courses: General Education 20 courses
  Business 20 courses
Final tests or examinations: None
Required internships or externships: None
Total Number of Credit Hours: General Education 60
  Business 60
Description of Instruction: See course descriptions on pages 19-21 and 39-44 in the catalog

 MBA

Required Courses: 12 (9 core courses, 3 electives)
Final tests or examinations: None
Required internships or externships: None
Total Number of Credit Hours: 36
Description of Instruction: See course descriptions on pages 25-29 and 44-50 in the catalog

DBA

Required Courses: 20
Final tests or examinations: Doctoral Qualifying Exam
  Doctoral Comprehensive Exam
  Doctoral Project/Dissertation Presentation
Required internships or externships: None
Total Number of Credit Hours: 60 credit hours
Description of Instruction: See course descriptions on pages 37-38 and 50-53 in the catalog

 MA TESOL

Required Courses: 12
Final tests or examinations: None
Required internships or externships: 1 Practicum – CAP 670
Total Number of Credit Hours: 36
Description of Instruction: See course descriptions on pages 84-88 and 86-87 in the catalog

 TESOL Certificate

Required Courses: 1
Final tests or examinations: None
Required internships or externships: None
Total Number of Credit Hours: 135
Description of Instruction: See course descriptions on pages 89-91 in the catalog

Health and Safety

Additional information may be obtained from the U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety and Security website at http://ope.ed.gov/security/. Crime statistics are reported to the Department of Education annually.

2023 Annual Security Report

2022 Annual Security Report

Biennal Review of Drug and Alcohol Prevention Program

Drug and Alcohol Prevention

Contact:        Westcliff University Human Resources
Phone:          949-825-5563
Email:          hr@westcliff.edu

Westcliff University is committed to providing a drug-free, healthful, and safe workplace. The policies promulgated by Westcliff University regarding drug and alcohol prevention apply to the entire university community, including students, faculty, staff and visitors.


Vaccination Requirements

Westcliff University has no vaccination requirements

Security

Contact:        Westcliff University Human Resources
Phone:          949-825-5563
Email:          hr@westcliff.edu

Westcliff University is committed to preventing workplace violence and to maintaining a safe working environment.


Information About Selected Policies


Community Information

Voter Registration 

All students are encouraged by Westcliff University to participate in their respective local, state, and national elections.  As part of the university’s responsibility to promote good citizenship, the university urges all students to register to vote. US Voter registration forms are always available to US students upon request of  Student Services  Additionally, the applicable registration form is available at:

The applicable registration form – (Click Here)

Constitution Day and Citizenship Day in United States

Constitution Day and Citizenship Day is a combined event that is annually observed in the United States on September 17. This event commemorates the formation and signing of the Constitution of the United States on September 17, 1787. It also recognizes all who, by coming of age or by naturalization, have become US citizens.

With regard to the U.S.A. constitution, in the summer of 1787 delegates convened in Philadelphia to create “a more perfect union” and to craft the country’s constitution. They worked to develop a framework that would provide balance and freedom, taking into account federal and state interests, as well as individual human rights. The delegates signed the Constitution of the United States on September 17 that year. By June 21, 1788, the constitution was effective, having been approved by nine of the 13 states.

On February 29, 1952, President Harry Truman signed into law “Citizenship Day”. On August 2, 1956, the Congress requested that the president proclaim the week beginning September 17 and ending September 23 of each year as “Constitution Week”. A federal law enacted in December 2004 designated September 17 as “Constitution Day and Citizenship Day”.

When Constitution Day falls on a Saturday, Sunday or on another holiday, the day must be held on a weekday during the preceding or following week.

All students are invited to view the following video:


Student Outcomes

Student Success/Satisfaction/Graduation Rates


Advertisement and Promotional Disclosure

Use of “Free” and “Guarantee”

All advertisements and promotional literature accurately reflect the programs and services offered by Westcliff University. The word “guarantee” is never used in advertisements. Under limited and exceptional circumstances, the institution may use the word “free” when it is appropriate to the mission and purpose of the Westcliff University. Advertisements are appropriately published under a section identified for education, training, or instruction and do not imply that employment is being offered.

Westcliff University provides applicants only with information authorized by my institution regarding the occupational opportunities for graduates, and never make claims “guaranteeing” employment, job promotion prospects or income increases to an applicant.

Westcliff University provides only full and accurate information on the transferability of academic credits and acceptance of degrees or credentials by other educational institutions, and discloses affirmatively the fact that the acceptance of credits and degrees is entirely the prerogative of the receiving institution and acceptance cannot be “guaranteed.”


Athletic Program Participation Rates and Financial Support Data

The Equity in Athletics Disclosure Act requires co-educational institutions of postsecondary education that participate in a Title IV, federal student financial assistance program, and have an intercollegiate athletic program, to prepare an annual report to the Department of Education on athletic participation, staffing, and revenues and expenses, by men’s and women’s teams.

Westcliff University 2021 EADA Report
Westcliff University 2019 EADA Report
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