University of the West

  • 4 Year
  • Rosemead, CA
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Overview

Total enrollment

138
University of the West overview
University of the West overview
  • Size Small
  • Status Non-profit
  • Housing Yes
  • Level of Study Undergrad/Graduate

Located in Rosemead, California, approximately 10 miles east of downtown Los Angeles, University of the West operates as a private Buddhist-affiliated institution founded in 1991 by Venerable Master Hsing Yun. The campus occupies a compact urban setting featuring modern academic buildings and a central courtyard designed to reflect Buddhist architectural principles. The university specializes in business administration, religious studies, and Buddhist chaplaincy programs, while also offering degrees in English and psychology. Students can access on-campus housing in the residential hall, and the university maintains a meditation center and vegetarian dining facilities aligned with its Buddhist values.

Admissions

Admission Requirements

Open Admission

Annual Cost to Attend

Tuition

$15,446
Costs for University of the West
Fee Cost
Tuition $15,446
Books and Supplies $1,062
Other Fees $1,214
Room and Board $14,244
Budget for Other Expenses $4,848
Total One Year Cost $36,814

Student Outcomes

Average Salary After 10 Years

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Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate

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Popular Areas of Study

Popular majors at University of the West are Business, English and Literature, and Liberal Arts and Humanities. 56% of students major in Business, 33% in English and Literature, and 11% in Liberal Arts and Humanities.

  • Business 56%
  • English and Literature 33%
  • Liberal Arts and Humanities 11%

Data source: NCES / IPEDS https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=449870.

GPA calculator: University of the West GPA calculator.

Last updated: August 2026