Golden West College

ABOUT GOLDEN WEST COLLEGE

Located in the coastal community of Huntington Beach, also known as “Surf City,” Golden West College (GWC) serves approximately 11,000 students and is highly regarded for academic quality, comprehensive student support and innovation. Founded in 1966 as part of the multi-college Coast Community College District, GWC provides enriching, innovative and inclusive programming that helps students transfer to four-year institutions, earn associate degrees, complete certificates in career and technical education, and advance their careers.

GWC QUICK FACTS

• Founded in 1966 as part of the Coast Community College District
• More than 70 programs of study, including 27 ADT majors
• 90% transfer success rate plus guaranteed transfer agreements with UC’s, CSUs and Arizona State University
• Robust career education programs, including nursing, automotive technology, criminal justice, business, computer science, cosmetology, and more.
• Second-largest dual and concurrent enrollment program in California
• More than 5,000 degrees and certificates awarded in Spring 2023
• Athletics program boasts 91 state championships - more than any other California Community College
• 122-acre campus with ample green space and several new, state-of-the-art buildings
• $31 Million awarded in financial aid in 2021-2022
• More than $400,000 awarded in scholarships in 2023
  

ACCREDITATION

February 25-28, 2019, ACCJC External Evaluation Team visited GWC to complete its evaluation to determine whether the College continues to meet ACCJC’s Eligibility Requirements, Commission Policies, and Accreditation Standards. The Institutional Self Evaluation Report (ISER) and evidence lists were completed in preparation for the visit.

June 28, 2019, ACCJC awarded Golden West College a Reaffirmation of Accreditation for a seven-year period.

June 7-8, 2023, ACCJC accepted Golden West College’s Midterm Report [PDF]. The College's next comprehensive review will occur in the spring term of 2026.

Golden West College is accredited by the following agencies:

• Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges (ACCJC) of the Western Association of Schools and College
• California Board of Registered Nursing
• Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN)
• California Board of Barbering and Cosmetology
• National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation (NATEF)

Why Choose GWC?

It’s simple: at Golden West College, it’s personal. Our dedicated faculty, staff and managers foster a welcoming, inclusive and equity-focused campus atmosphere where all students feel supported throughout their academic journey. At GWC we embrace innovation and adaptability as core principles, continuously evolving our programs, technologies, and curriculum to meet the needs of our students and maximize their career opportunities. We welcome and celebrate diverse perspectives, experiences, and ideas, cultivating an intercultural learning experience for our students that will prepare them to be globally minded and socially conscious citizens of the world.

 We look forward to receiving your application and welcoming you to our campus community!

 

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