School Highlights
West Hills College-Lemoore serves 3,932 students (30% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the state community college average of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the state average of 74%.
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- Enrollment: 3,932 students
- In-state tuition: $1,380
- Out-state tuition: $9,000
- Student:teacher ratio: 23:1
- Minority enrollment: 81%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
West Hills College-Lemoore ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
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Attribute
School Resources
School Overview
The teacher population of 171 teachers has grown by 144% over five years.
West Hills College-Lemoore
(CA) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Not applicable, not in Carnegie universe (not accredited or nondegree-granting)
Associates Colleges
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Total Faculty
171 staff
308 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of West Hills College-Lemoore has declined by 6% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 has decreased from 25:1 over five years.
The West Hills College-Lemoore diversity score of 0.55 is less than the state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
3,932 students
7,899 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
22:1
# Full-Time Students
1,191 students
1,660 students
# Part-Time Students
2,741 students
6,239 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
267 students
302 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
1,191 students
1,580 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
54 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
2,741 students
6,239 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
10 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
140 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
n/a
% Asian
6%
14%
% Hispanic
64%
45%
% Black
4%
5%
% White
19%
26%
% Two or more races
4%
4%
% Non Resident races
n/a
3%
% Unknown races
1%
3%
Diversity Score
0.55
0.70
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
38%
35%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
1.92%
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $1,380 is more than the state average of $1,246. The in-state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $9,000 is more than the state average of $6,603. The out-state tuition has declined by 17% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$1,380
$1,246
Out-State Tuition Fees
$9,000
$6,603
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
96%
86%
Median Debt for Graduates
$10,500
$10,500
Median Debt for Dropouts
$6,745
$6,239
Acceptance Rate
n/a
89%
Source: 2021 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does West Hills College-Lemoore cost?
West Hills College-Lemoore's tuition is approximately $1,380 for In-State students and $9,000 for Out-State students.
What is West Hills College-Lemoore's ranking?
West Hills College-Lemoore ranks among the top 20% of community college in California for: Percent of students receiving financial aid.
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