West Coast University-Texas
A good fit for students who want small classes and close faculty access and students from lower-income families. graduation rate is below 25% — most students don't finish here; median debt is moderately high. solid earnings of $67,700 within 10 years; 55% of students receive Pell Grants — strong access mission.
About This School
West Coast University-Texas is a private for-profit institution located in Richardson, Texas with approximately 1,162 undergraduate students enrolled. The average net price after financial aid is $25,992 per year. The graduation rate is 11%, and the typical graduate earns $67,700 within 10 years of enrollment.
For a student with a clear goal of entering healthcare and a strong preference for a smaller, career-focused environment, this school might seem appealing at first glance — but the data here should give any family serious pause before committing. The 11% graduation rate is one of the lowest you'll find anywhere, meaning roughly 9 out of 10 students who start here don't finish, and the 50% freshman retention rate suggests that many students are having second thoughts within the first year alone. On the financial side, graduates who do make it through carry a median debt of $32,946, which is manageable given the $67,700 median earnings at the 10-year mark — but that earnings figure only matters if your student is in the minority who actually completes the degree. My honest advice: treat those graduation and retention numbers as a flashing warning sign, and before applying, ask the admissions office directly why so few students finish and what support systems exist to help you be one of the ones who does.
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After Graduation
Earnings 6 Years After Enrollment, by Gender
Gap: 14% less for female graduates. National avg ~16%.
Will This School Pay Off?
Solid return. Earnings outpace debt, though major choice matters.
Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. These are means across all graduates, not specific to any major.
Student Body
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (1,162 undergraduates).
Contact & Location
Address
West Coast University-Texas
2323 N Central Expressway
Richardson, TX 75080-2712
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much does West Coast University-Texas cost?
The average net price at West Coast University-Texas is about $25,992 per year after grants and scholarships, based on federal data. Your actual cost depends on your family's finances and aid package.
What is the graduation rate at West Coast University-Texas?
West Coast University-Texas has a graduation rate of 11%, according to U.S. Department of Education data.
Sources & Methodology
Primary data source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Accessed via automated sync. Latest values may come from different reporting years depending on the metric.
- Earnings figures are institution-level averages, not major-specific.
- Some metrics are based on Title IV financial aid recipients only.
- Some values may be privacy-suppressed or rolled up by the Department of Education.
- Contact the school directly for current admissions requirements and costs.
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