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

AMERICA'S 
TOP COLLEGES

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BEST 
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TOP 10 LIBERAL ARTS 
COLLEGES IN CALIFORNIA

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BEST UNIVERSITIES FOR
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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.

About Westmont

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Faith

At Westmont we push our faith and expand our knowledge to enable us to use our talents more fully in the service of Christ.

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Academics

Learning to lead a life of significance begins with a deep love of God and is tempered by rigorous training in every area of human knowledge.

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Community

In the foothills of Santa Barbara, where the ocean meets the mountains, we find our calling amongst a close-knit community.

Why Westmont?

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.

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Classic Location

Scenic Santa Barbara

A world-class destination for visitors from around the world, Santa Barbara offers both natural and architectural beauty as well as significant cultural resources and a nearly perfect climate. The Pacific Ocean, extensive beaches, soaring mountains and a beckoning backcountry provide many opportunities for recreation, discovery and adventure.

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Upcoming Events

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October College Day

10/18 | 8:30am - 5:00pm, Visit Westmont and experience California’s premiere Christian liberal arts college. 
Open to all high school and transfer students.

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NOV

New Warrior Family Weekend

11/1-3 | Parents and guardians of new Westmont students, first-year year and transfer, you are invited to return to campus in November to see how your student is settling in to campus life.

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Scholarships and Merit Awards

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.

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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.

Our Commitment to Diversity

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Elevate: A Podcast about Warriors

A new podcast takes an exclusive look into the stories of Warriors both past and present.

Ranking Among Premier National Colleges

U.S. News and World Report ranks Westmont as the top Christian liberal arts college in California and the Western U.S.

Talented Teachers Join Faculty

Six new professors on tenure track or with multiyear contracts joined the Westmont faculty this fall.