Westwood College is an institution of higher learning founded in Denver, Colorado in 1953. Today, Westwood has three campuses in Texas in Dallas, Fort Worth, and Houston. Westwood College - Texas is an institution of higher learning offering Associate, Bachelor's, and Master of Arts and Science degrees and is a nationally accredited school. Also, Westwood has housing services at the majority of our campuses, in addition to other critical student resources like research labs, computers, and libraries.
Admittance to Westwood College
Students wishing to apply to Westwood College should begin preparing for applying during their high school education. Westwood College requires scores from the ACT or SAT. Students with low scores must take examinations that identify weak areas in Math and English. Admission requirements vary from state to state and students should refer to the course catalog pertaining to the campus they are applying to.
Academic Programs at Westwood College
Westwood College describes itself as a career oriented school designing curriculum and experiences around the development of graduates that will be well prepared to take their place in the working world. Within the College there are six schools offering a variety of majors and degrees:
- The School of Technology offers programs in IT development, Security, Network Management, and Gaming Design.
- The School of Business offers Business Administration programs with specializations in Marketing, Management, Finance and Accounting, and Healthcare.
- The School of Design offers programs in Animation, Graphic and Web Design, Game Art, Interior Design, Visual Communications, and Computer-aided Design.
- The School of Justice offers a program in Criminal Justice and also Paralegal Studies.
- The School of Healthcare trains Medical Assistants and also offers a program in Medical Coding and Billing.
- The School of Industrial Science offers a program in Surveying and Automotive Technology
Westwood College also offers a number of graduate degree programs.
Financial Aid at Westwood College
Most students attending Westwood College receive some sort of financial aid. Students preparing for college attendance should fill out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). The FAFSA helps determine what aid each student qualifies for. Financial aid specialists at Westwood College assist prospective students by helping them determine the assets they have available to pay for their education and what scholarship, grant, or loan opportunities they should explore. Students should carefully consider the costs and benefits associated with attendance.
