
955 La Paz Road, Santa Barbara, CA 93108-1099, USA


Westmont College demonstrates strong graduation outcomes, with an overall graduation rate of 70%. This places the college in the top quarter nationally, reflecting a commendable level of student success. The institution's four-year graduation rate stands at 68%, ranking it among the top 15% of colleges, which suggests that a significant majority of students complete their degrees within the expected timeline.
When examining graduation rates by gender, male students at Westmont College tend to graduate at a higher rate of 75%, positioning them in the top 15% nationwide. Female students graduate at a slightly lower rate of 67%, which is still solidly within the top 40%. These figures indicate relatively high retention and completion efficiency among both men and women.
The college also reports a six-year graduation rate of 70%, confirming consistent student persistence over a longer period. Complementary to these figures, Westmont College maintains a strong retention rate of 87%, ranking in the top 20%, suggesting effective institutional support and student engagement from the outset of the academic journey.
Graduates from Westmont College experience varied earning potentials depending on their chosen field of study. Those majoring in Business/Managerial Economics show some of the highest early-career earnings, with an average income of $42,792. This suggests strong financial prospects for students pursuing business-related degrees.
Fields related to communication and social sciences also offer moderate returns. For instance, graduates with a degree in Communication and Media Studies have an average earning of $37,638, while those in Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, earn approximately $37,883. These figures indicate respectable starting salaries for students interested in broadly focused or interdisciplinary programs.
Other programs tied to the sciences and humanities provide more modest earnings. Psychology graduates earn around $32,369 on average, while graduates with degrees in English Language and Literature and Biology earn roughly $31,823 and $31,121 respectively. Similarly, those who studied Health and Physical Education/Fitness make about $31,114 post-graduation.
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