Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 61.1%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 64.3%
- Retention Rate
- 85.7%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $102,672
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $32,946
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 20:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 69.4%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $349/mo
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Master | $108,331 | $35,570 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Bachelor | $82,415 | $34,145 |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions. | Bachelor | $71,015 | $33,707 |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services. | Master | $63,005 | $25,666 |
Outcomes Overview
West Coast University-Orange County graduates enter a job market where 97.8% find employment, primarily in California's robust healthcare sector. The typical graduate earns $95,294 in their first year, rising to $102,672 after a decade. Monthly loan payments of $349 consume about 4.4% of first-year earnings, which is manageable compared to national averages. The median debt of $32,946 represents roughly one-third of first-year salary, a reasonable debt-to-income ratio for healthcare professionals. Graduates typically become registered nurses, dental hygienists, and other allied health workers in Orange County's extensive hospital systems and medical practices. Despite the for-profit premium, the strong employment outcomes and solid earning potential in high-demand healthcare fields deliver an average return on investment.