- North-West College is a private for-profit system of colleges in California. North-West College offers diploma, associate degree and certification programs at each of its seven campuses throughout the Los Angeles and Riverside areas. North-West College was established in 1966 by Marsha Fuerst.
School Highlights
North-West College-West Covina serves 384 students (100% of students are full-time).
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the state average of 77%.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Enrollment: 384 students
- Acceptance Rate: 68%
- Minority enrollment: 81%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
North-West College-West Covina ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
North-West College-West Covina
(CA) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Not applicable, not in Carnegie universe (not accredited or nondegree-granting)
Baccalaureate/Associate's Colleges: Associate's Dominant
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Private for-profit
Public
Total Faculty
n/a
315 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of North-West College-West Covina has declined by 13% over five years.
The North-West College-West Covina diversity score of 0.74 is more than the state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has grown by 146% over five years.
Total Enrollment
384 students
9,796 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
32:1
# Full-Time Students
384 students
1,259 students
# Part-Time Students
n/a
8,537 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
n/a
242 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
384 students
1,250 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
63 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
n/a
8,299 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
10 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
121 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
9%
n/a
% Asian
4%
13%
% Hispanic
2%
47%
% Black
41%
7%
% White
19%
23%
% Hawaiian
19%
1%
% Two or more races
6%
5%
% Non Resident races
n/a
1%
% Unknown races
n/a
3%
Diversity Score
0.74
0.70
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
64%
42%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
43%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$27,700
$34,700
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
91%
85%
Median Debt for Graduates
$9,500
$10,063
Median Debt for Dropouts
$4,628
$5,500
Acceptance Rate
68%
68%
Source: 2024 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the acceptance rate of North-West College-West Covina?
The acceptance rate of North-West College-West Covina is 68%, which is equal to the state average of 68%.
What is North-West College-West Covina's ranking?
North-West College-West Covina ranks among the top 20% of community college in California for: Diversity in US community colleges.
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