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Westcliff University

Irvine, Santa Monica, San Francisco, Corona, Miami, Orlando, Dallas GI Bill Approved Yellow Ribbon Program

Overview

Westcliff University, a renowned university on the West Coast, has been setting educational standards since its initial approval from the Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education in 1993. Accredited by the WASC Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC), Westcliff offers a comprehensive educational experience through its College of Business, College of Education, College of Technology & Engineering, and Western State College of Law.
What sets Westcliff apart in the competitive landscape of all the universities is its focus on both theoretical and practical elements. Unlike some universities that only offer theoretical knowledge, Westcliff's programs are meticulously designed to prepare students for real-world challenges, making them job-market-ready from day one. Convenience, flexibility, and affordability are the cornerstones of all programs at Westcliff University.
Whether you're a veteran looking for eligible hybrid programs or a domestic student aiming for academic excellence, Westcliff provides innovative, up-to-date, and high-quality education that promotes personal, professional, and academic success.

Locations

  • Irvine: 17877 Von Karman Ave, Suite 400, Irvine, CA 92614
  • Santa Monica: 401 Wilshire Blvd, Suite 200 Santa Monica, CA 90401
  • San Francisco: 433 California Street, Suite 210, San Francisco, CA 94104
  • Corona: 4140 Temescal Canyon Rd, Corona, CA 92883
  • Miami: 825 Brickell Bay Dr, 18th Floor, Miami, FL 33131
  • Orlando: 715 Bloom St, Suite 200, Orlando, FL 34747
  • Dallas: 3303 Lee Parkway, 5th Floor, Dallas, TX, 75219

Class Format

  • Format: Online, On Campus, Hybrid
  • On-site Frequency: At least visit once per term

Accreditations

  • Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC)

Programs

Bachelor's

  • Bachelor of Business Administration
  • BS Computer Science
  • BS Information Technology
  • BS Nursing
  • BA Education

Master's

  • Master of Arts in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages
  • MBA
  • MBA (STEM)
  • MS Artificial Intelligence (STEM)
  • MS Computer Science (STEM)
  • MS Engineering Management (STEM)
  • MS Information Technology (STEM)

Doctorate

  • DBA
  • Doctor of Education in Leadership, Curriculum, and Instruction
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Tuition Cost

  • Bachelor's: $92,040
  • Master's: $30,600
  • Doctor's: $52,560
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Military Education Benefits

  • GI Bill: ✅ Yes
  • Yellow Ribbon Program: ✅ Yes
  • BAH Rate: $1,710 - $6,837
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Enrollment Windows

Program Start Date/Application Deadline/Enrollment Deadline

  • Spring 2: Mar 2, 2026 / Feb 2, 2026 / Feb 16, 2026

Tuition Cost and GI Bill Coverage

  • Bachelor's: $92,040
  • Master's: $30,600
  • Doctor's: $52,560

Bachelor's

Bachelor of Business Administration

  • Program Duration: 48 months
  • Program Format: Hybrid
  • Onsite Frequency: Weekly
  • Total Credits: 120
  • Credits for Military Service: ✅ Yes

BS Computer Science

  • Program Duration: 48 months
  • Program Format: Hybrid
  • Onsite Frequency: Weekly
  • Total Credits: 120
  • Credits for Military Service: ✅ Yes

BS Information Technology

  • Program Duration: 48 months
  • Program Format: Hybrid
  • Onsite Frequency: Weekly
  • Total Credits: 120
  • Credits for Military Service: ✅ Yes

BS Nursing

  • Program Duration: 48 months
  • Program Format: Hybrid
  • Onsite Frequency: Weekly
  • Total Credits: 120
  • Credits for Military Service: ✅ Yes

BA Education

  • Program Duration: 48 months
  • Program Format: Hybrid
  • Onsite Frequency:
  • Total Credits: 120
  • Credits for Military Service: ✅ Yes

Master's

Master of Arts in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages

  • Program Duration: 24 months
  • Program Format: Hybrid
  • Onsite Frequency: Once Per Term
  • Total Credits: 36
  • Credits for Military Service: ✅ Yes

MBA

  • Program Duration: 24 months
  • Program Format: Hybrid
  • Onsite Frequency: Once Per Term
  • Total Credits: 36
  • Credits for Military Service: ✅ Yes

MBA (STEM)

  • Program Duration: 24 months
  • Program Format: Hybrid
  • Onsite Frequency: Once Per Term
  • Total Credits: 36
  • Credits for Military Service: ✅ Yes

MS Artificial Intelligence (STEM)

  • Program Duration: 24 months
  • Program Format: Hybrid
  • Onsite Frequency: Once Per Term
  • Total Credits: 36
  • Credits for Military Service: ✅ Yes

MS Computer Science (STEM)

  • Program Duration: 24 months
  • Program Format: Hybrid
  • Onsite Frequency: Once Per Term
  • Total Credits: 36
  • Credits for Military Service: ✅ Yes

MS Engineering Management (STEM)

  • Program Duration: 24 months
  • Program Format: Hybrid
  • Onsite Frequency: Once Per Term
  • Total Credits: 36
  • Credits for Military Service: ✅ Yes

MS Information Technology (STEM)

  • Program Duration: 24 months
  • Program Format: Hybrid
  • Onsite Frequency: Once Per Term
  • Total Credits: 36
  • Credits for Military Service: ✅ Yes

Doctorate

DBA

  • Program Duration: 36 months
  • Program Format: Hybrid
  • Onsite Frequency: Once Per Term
  • Total Credits: 60
  • Credits for Military Service: ✅ Yes

Doctor of Education in Leadership, Curriculum, and Instruction

  • Program Duration: 36 months
  • Program Format: Hybrid
  • Onsite Frequency: Weekly
  • Total Credits: 60
  • Credits for Military Service: ✅ Yes

Tuition (Covered by GI Bill)

# of Credits $ Per Credits Total Tuition GI Bill Coverage
Bachelor's 120 $800 $96,024 $96,024
Master's 36 $850 $30,600 $30,600
Doctoral 60 $876 $52,560 $52,560

Other Fees

  • $ 0
  • This GI Bill coverage is based on full benefits remaining. Any potential costs and coverage should be verified by the university before applying.

General Requirements

  • Application Link
  • Application Fee: $50
  • GPA Requirement: 2.5
  • GMAT/GRE Waiver: ✅ Yes

Military and Veteran Affairs

Students utilizing Veterans Affairs (VA) benefits, such as Vocational Readiness and Employment (Chapter 31), Post-9/11 GI Bill® (Chapter 33), and/or Yellow Ribbon Program, are responsible for providing specific documentation to Westcliff University to ensure timely enrollment and access to educational benefits. This documentation is essential to verify eligibility and initiate the certification process with the VA.

Eligibility Documents for Using VA Benefits

  • R&E Chapter 31 VA Form 28-1905 or PO Authorizations (Authorization and Certification of Entrance or Reentrance into Rehabilitation and Certification of Status)
    OR
  • Post 9/11 GI Bill® Chapter 33 and Chapter 35 Certificate of Eligibility (COE) or Education Enrollment Status form (printed via va.gov )

Documents required by the School Certifying Official for VA certification:

  • Statement of Obligation & Responsibilities
  • Certificate of Eligibility
  • Certification request to use VA Vocational Rehabilitation or Post-9/11 GI Bill® benefits

The VA requires the review of all prior credit, including official JST Transcripts:

  • Official JST Transcripts (jst.doded.mil/jst)
  • Official Transcripts: Other Institutions Transcripts (previously attended)

Credits Transfer

Credit transfer options for previously completed education, Joint Services Transcripts (JST), and military training.

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