Westmont College
Founded 1937
President Gayle Beebe (President)
Fees USD 58,726
Acceptance Rate Selective (20–50%)
Campus Setting Suburban
Westmont College is a private evangelical Christian liberal arts college founded in 1937, located on a beautiful 111-acre hillside campus in Montecito, near Santa Barbara. Consistently ranked among the top Christian liberal arts colleges in the United States, Westmont enrolls approximately 1,300 students and offers 26 majors with a strong commitment to integrating Christian faith with academic excellence. The college is accredited by WASC and maintains exceptional student outcomes.
Academic Programs
- Humanities — English, history, philosophy, and languages
- Sciences — Biology, chemistry, physics, and kinesiology
- Social Sciences — Economics, psychology, and political science
- Arts — Art, theatre, and music
How to Apply
- Application: Common App
- Test Scores: Test-optional; middle 50% SAT 1170–1390
- Acceptance Rate: ~82%
Key Deadlines
- Early Action: November 1
- Regular Decision: Rolling admissions