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A Timeless Education.
A Life of Purpose.
Welcome! We invite you to schedule a visit and immerse yourself in what makes Westmont the #1 Premier Christian Liberal Arts College in California and the Western United States. Rooted in academic excellence and a deep love of God, Westmont prepares thoughtful scholars, grateful servants, and faithful leaders to engage the world with clarity and conviction.
Apply or confirm for Fall 2026 and step into a transformative college experience.
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Summer Fridays
Join us for Summer Fridays at Westmont—fun, mini-events where you’ll catch a glimpse of student life, connect with students and staff, and get a firsthand look at what makes Westmont special. Enjoy a morning of coffee, conversation, a campus tour, and an early lunch while diving into different aspects of the Westmont community each week.
Academic Excellence Rooted in Tradition
A Westmont education is grounded in the enduring strength of the liberal arts, forming habits of thought that endure across disciplines and throughout a lifetime. Here, students learn not simply what to think, but how to think with depth, clarity, and intellectual freedom.
Faith as the Foundation
At Westmont, faith and learning are thoughtfully integrated, shaping both intellectual inquiry and personal formation. Students grow in knowledge and in faith—developing a credible, thoughtful understanding of their beliefs and their place in the world.
A Tradition of Meaningful Relationships
Within a close-knit residential community, students are known, supported, and challenged. Faculty mentorship, shared experiences, and enduring friendships create a foundation for growth that extends far beyond graduation.
CLASSIC LIBERAL ARTS EDUCATION
Discover Your Path at Westmont
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. 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.
An Investment in What Matters Most
A Westmont education reflects both excellence and accessibility. With the majority of students receiving financial aid, families often discover a private education is more attainable than expected.
Net Price Calculator
Many students find that their cost of attendance at Westmont is much lower on average than our sticker price. Check out our new Net Price Calculator, designed to help you receive a personalized estimate in less than five minutes!
Visit & Receive a
$1,000 SCHOLARSHIP
2025 applicants can receive $1,000 in additional aid for coming for an official admissions visit to campus!
SANTA BARBARA'S GEM
Experience Westmont in Person
Set on a hilltop overlooking the Pacific, Westmont offers a setting that inspires reflection, discovery, and connection. A visit offers the clearest picture of what makes this community distinct.
YOUR VISIT. YOUR WAY.
In-Person Campus Visits
We offer daily, individualized visits and tours, recommended for high school students
of any grade level.
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Admissions Events
Full-day campus events and preview days are the perfect way to get to know Westmont
College.
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Virtual Self-Guided Experiences
Unable to be here in person? View our wide array of online tours and event experiences.
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Westmont is proud to call Santa Barbara home, recently ranked the #4 most beautiful college town in the U.S. by Yahoo Travel.
One of America’s Most Beautiful College Towns
From breathtaking ocean views and mountain backdrops to Spanish-style architecture and vibrant local culture, Westmont College students experience college in one of the country’s most inspiring coastal communities.
