Discover Your Why Majors and Programs
Research
Classic Westmont
Trailhead
Fall 2025 Apply Today!
A Virtual Tour of WESTMONT
March 28 SPRING COLLEGE DAYS
Future Nurse
Discover Your Why Majors and Programs
Research
Classic Westmont
Trailhead
Fall 2025 Apply Today!
A Virtual Tour of WESTMONT
March 28 SPRING COLLEGE DAYS
Future Nurse
Ranked #1 Christian Liberal Arts College
in California and the Western United States.
For two decades, Westmont, ranked by U.S. News & World Report at No. 108 (tied), is one of the top two national Christian liberal arts colleges and the number one Christian liberal arts college in California and in the Western United States.
Forbes | WorldAtlas | TOP 10 LIBERAL ARTS U.S. News & World Report
| BEST UNIVERSITIES FOR PayScale | Money |
Classic Emphasis on the Whole Person
Westmont seeks to help students become their best selves and hone the gifts God has given them so they can make a significant contribution in their family, their profession and their community. Experiences in the classroom, activities on campus and a wealth of relationships all foster intellectual, spiritual and personal growth and develop the whole person.
Classic Liberal Arts Education
Westmont offers the best of the timeless liberal arts with students exploring the breadth of academic disciplines, from the arts to the sciences, while delving deep in their major. Highly qualified professors share their research with students and teach essential skills such as critical thinking and effective communication. All majors, including nursing, engineering and data analytics, expose students to a variety of viewpoints and encourage deeper thinking that leads to finding a meaningful purpose in life.
Live & Study in Santa Barbara
A world-class travel destination, Santa Barbara offers stunning natural and architectural beauty, rich culture, and a nearly perfect climate. With beaches, mountains, and endless opportunities for adventure, it's the ideal location for California's premier Christian liberal arts college.
Upcoming Events
10-14MAR | Spring Break03/10/25 - 3/14/25 | No classes! |
26MAR | Spring Career Fair03/26/25 | Connect Westmont |
28MAR | Spring College Days03/28/25 | Come explore a day in the |
Affording College
Westmont funds more than $30 million in grants and scholarships. Ninety-five percent of first-year and transfer students at Westmont receive merit scholarships (ranging from $15,000- $25,000 per year), talent-based scholarships and/or need-based grants.
A Connective Community
Join a vibrant and engaged community at Westmont! Our Integrated Community Program (ICP) helps students make a positive impact in the world through service, leadership and intercultural learning. It provides a supportive and transformative environment for students to grow and learn. Join us and become part of a diverse and inclusive community.
