- North-West College is a private for-profit system of colleges in California. North-West College offers diploma, associate degree and certification programs at each of its seven campuses throughout the Los Angeles and Riverside areas. North-West College was established in 1966 by Marsha Fuerst.
School Highlights
North-West College-West Covina serves 978 students (100% of students are full-time).
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the state average of 77%.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Enrollment: 978 students
- Acceptance Rate: 68%
- Minority enrollment: 69%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
North-West College-West Covina ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
North-West College-West Covina
(CA) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Special Focus Two-Year: Health Professions
Baccalaureate/Associate's Colleges: Associate's Dominant
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Private for-profit
Public
Total Faculty
n/a
315 staff
Number of Programs Offered
10
12
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of North-West College-West Covina has declined by 7% over five years.
The North-West College-West Covina diversity score of 0.76 is more than the state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
978 students
9,796 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
32:1
# Full-Time Students
978 students
1,259 students
# Part-Time Students
n/a
8,537 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
978 students
242 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
978 students
1,250 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
63 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
n/a
8,299 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
10 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
121 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
4%
n/a
% Asian
9%
13%
% Hispanic
20%
47%
% Black
4%
7%
% White
31%
23%
% Hawaiian
1%
1%
% Two or more races
30%
5%
% Non Resident races
n/a
1%
% Unknown races
n/a
3%
Diversity Score
0.76
0.70
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
0.6143%
42%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
43%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$27,700
$32,200
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
91%
85%
Median Debt for Graduates
$9,500
$9,942
Median Debt for Dropouts
$4,628
$5,500
Acceptance Rate
68%
74%
Source: 2024 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the acceptance rate of North-West College-West Covina?
The acceptance rate of North-West College-West Covina is 68%, which is lower than the state average of 74%.
What is North-West College-West Covina's ranking?
North-West College-West Covina ranks among the top 20% of community college in California for: Diversity in US community colleges.
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