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West Coast University-Texas

Private for-profit Richardson, TX · Urban · Southwest · 80% data reported · Agent Insights · Claim Your School's Profile ➜
$102,672
Earnings (10yr)
$25,992
Net Price
1,162
Enrollment
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About West Coast University-Texas

West Coast University-Texas is profiled below with full outcomes data from federal sources.

Interpretation generated from this school's federal outcomes, research, and mobility data.

Institutional Profile

Institution Type
Private for-profit Special-Focus Institution
Carnegie Class
Special Focus
Enrollment
1,162
Setting
Urban
Primary Strengths
Health Professions, Business & Marketing

Why students choose West Coast University-Texas

Exceptional earning outcomes
Graduate earnings in the top 1% of colleges
Strength in Health Professions
Its most-awarded field of study

CollegeRanker Report Card

Graded on outcomes, against every U.S. college.

B-
Top 28% overall
A+
Earnings
$102,672 median
B
Value
4.0× net price
D
Affordability
$25,992/yr net
A
Diversity
0.75 index

Each grade is this school's national percentile on a real outcome — earnings, value, mobility, and more.

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Overview

At West Coast University-Texas, students find a focused environment ideal for those pursuing careers in health professions or business and marketing. With an enrollment of about 1,162 students, the school creates a tight-knit community where personal attention can thrive. This setting is especially beneficial for individuals looking to gain practical skills and enter the workforce prepared for real challenges.

Looking ahead to life after graduation, the financial prospects are promising. Graduates earn an average of $102,672 within ten years of completing their programs. This figure highlights the potential return on investment for students who choose to study here, especially considering the school's emphasis on fields with strong job demand. Affordability is also a consideration, as many students benefit from Pell Grants, which help to lessen the financial burden of their education.

When it comes to the cost of attendance, the net price after aid stands at $25,992, and the median debt for graduates is $32,946. This is a manageable level of debt, especially given the potential earnings after graduation. Students who thrive here tend to be driven and focused on their career paths, finding that the targeted training and supportive environment align well with their professional goals.

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Can I Get In?

How selective West Coast University-Texas is — and how your numbers stack up.

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3.0
Test Score
1050
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Academics & Admissions

Is It Hard to Get Into West Coast University-Texas? Acceptance Rate & Requirements

Based in Richardson, Texas, West Coast University-Texas enrolls students across a range of programs.

Retention Rate 50%
Full-Time Faculty 32%
Faculty Salary (mo) $8,394
Student–Faculty Ratio 12:1
Diversity Index 0.75
First-Gen Students 40%
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Can I Afford It?

What you'll actually pay after grants and aid — not the sticker price.

Cost & Financial Aid

How Much Does It Cost to Attend West Coast University-Texas? Tuition, Net Price & Aid

When weighing the true cost of attending West Coast University-Texas, prospective students should look past the published sticker price of $16,574 in tuition. The figure that matters more is the average net price — the actual out-of-pocket cost after federal grants, institutional scholarships, and student loans — which works out to about $25,992 for families who qualify for aid. Students from families earning under $30,000 typically pay closer to $23,929 after need-based grants. Graduates leave with a median federal student-loan debt of about $32,946.

$16,574
In-State Tuition
$16,574
Out-of-State
$25,992
Avg Net Price
$32,946
Median Debt
55%
Pell Grant Rate
78%
Federal Loan Rate

What Families Actually Pay

$23,929
Family Income $0–$30K
$30,119
Family Income $110K+
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What Happens After?

Earnings, debt, and where graduates actually land.

Graduate Outcomes

Is West Coast University-Texas Worth It? Graduate Earnings & ROI

Ten years out, alumni of West Coast University-Texas earn a median of $102,672 — an exceptional return on investment that outpaces national averages for bachelor's-degree holders.

$96,114
6 Years After Entry
$98,146
8 Years
$102,672
10 Years
0.32x
Debt-to-Earnings
89%
Earning > $25K

Earnings Trajectory

$96,114 6yr $98,146 8yr $102,672 10yr

Graduation by Timeframe

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How West Compares

Dot right of center = above national average.

NATIONAL AVGEarnings 10yr$103KNet Price$26KRetention50%Median Debt$33KPell Grant Rate55%

College ROI Calculator

Is West Coast University-Texas Worth It?

A data-driven look at the return on your educational investment — using real federal data.

Yes — for most students, West Coast University-Texas delivers a positive return. Over four years, the typical net price is $25,992/year ($103,968 total). Graduates earn $102,672 at ten years, and over a 20-year career we project $2,207,061 in total earnings — a net gain of $2,103,093 (21.2× your investment). The median debt is $32,946, which takes less than a year to pay back at typical earnings. This is a exceptional ROI compared to national averages.

$103,968
Total Cost (4yr)
$2,207,061
Projected 20yr Earnings
$2,103,093
Net Return
21.2×
ROI Multiple
$25,992
Cost Per Year
$32,946
Median Debt
Less than 1 yr
Debt Payback
4

Does It Change Lives?

Mobility, social capital, and innovation — does it move people up?

Top Programs

The fields West Coast University-Texas awards the most degrees in, by share of completions. Each links to its degree guide — with salary, growth, and the schools with the strongest outcomes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is It Hard to Get Into West Coast University-Texas? Acceptance Rate & Requirements +

Based in Richardson, Texas, West Coast University-Texas enrolls students across a range of programs.

How Much Does It Cost to Attend West Coast University-Texas? Tuition, Net Price & Aid +

When weighing the true cost of attending West Coast University-Texas, prospective students should look past the published sticker price of $16,574 in tuition. The figure that matters more is the average net price — the actual out-of-pocket cost after federal grants, institutional scholarships, and student loans — which works out to about $25,992 for families who qualify for aid. Students from families earning under $30,000 typically pay closer to $23,929 after need-based grants. Graduates leave with a median federal student-loan debt of about $32,946.

Is West Coast University-Texas Worth It? Graduate Earnings & ROI +

Ten years out, alumni of West Coast University-Texas earn a median of $102,672 — an exceptional return on investment that outpaces national averages for bachelor's-degree holders.

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