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Key facts

  • Program
    Undergraduate certificate
  • Duration
    9 months
  • Program
    On campus
  • Pace
    Full-time
  • Annual tuition fee
    13,140USD
  • Start date
    May, Jul, Aug, Oct, Jan, Mar

Program overview

What Westcliff University says about their program:

Students at Western State College of Law have the opportunity to earn certificates in a number of dynamic practice areas, namely business law, criminal law, immigration law, family law, and real estate. To earn a certificate, students must complete a rigorous course of study involving a combination of required courses, electives, and – in most cases – experiential learning and pro bono/public service. The required courses enable students to gain the fundamental components of these practice areas, which are often interdisciplinary in nature. A range of elective courses provides students with the flexibility to craft their law school education around their own interests and career goals.

A student may earn a certificate and a corresponding transcript notation by completing 24 academic units of BLC core courses and 3 academic units of approved elective courses, for a total of 27 units, with a minimum grade point average of (1) 2.3 cumulative grade point average, (2) 2.5 cumulative grade point average in BLC courses, and (3) no less than a grade of 2.0 in any individual core BLC course.

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Admission requirements

Undergraduate academic requirements

  • High school diploma from a university-recognized high school with a minimum of a 2.0 cumulative GPA or university-recognized high school equivalency, or completion of successfully take and pass the relevant examination such as GED, TASC, or HiSET; OR
  • High school diploma plus a previously earned Associate-level, or higher, degree from a nationally, regionally, or governmentally accredited college or university; OR
  • High school diploma plus twenty-four (24) college-level credits (not including remedial credits) from a nationally, regionally, or government-accredited college or university earned with a minimum 2.0 cumulative GPA; OR
  • Approval from the Admissions Committee following a review of factors considered essential for academic success, including previous academic progress, non-academic achievements, and any additional information requested by the Committee as they relate to standards set by the University's governing bodies.

Postgraduate academic requirements

  • A bachelor's degree, or equivalent, from a regionally or nationally accredited institution with a minimum grade point average (GPA) of 2.5. OR
  • Applicants seeking acceptance into a graduate degree program in the College of Technology and Engineering (COTE) must have an undergraduate degree in the field of technology; otherwise, they must take TECH 100 Introduction to Technology as a prerequisite.

Doctoral-Level Programs:

  • A master’s degree, or equivalent, with a 2.5 GPA from a regionally or nationally accredited institution

English proficiency

Undergraduate

  • Cambridge B2 First Exam

    160

  • Duolingo

    95

  • TOEFL iBT

    60

  • IELTS

    5.5

  • PTE

    50

Postgraduate

  • Cambridge B2 First Exam

    170

  • Duolingo

    105

  • TOEFL iBT

    79

  • IELTS

    6.0

  • PTE

    58

Applicants who submit qualifying TOEFL or IELTS scores may be eligible for an Application Fee waiver.

English proficiency waivers

  • Prospective students whose native language is English
  • Prospective students who have earned a degree from an appropriately accredited institution where English is the principal language of instruction

Documents required

  • Diploma/Transcripts from a qualifying school
  • Electronic Application
  • Diploma and Transcripts with C or better
  • Bank Statements showing a minimum of US$26,000
  • Virtual interview with admissions representative required before I-20 is issued
  • Proof of English Proficiency
  • Disclosure Forms
  • Copy of their passport
  • Proof of Health Insurance
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Fees and funding

Westcliff University understands that every student is unique, and as a result, every student’s financial aid package can be just as unique as the applicant.

Funding

Dr. David McKinney Memorial Scholarship

Awarded to a select number of students who demonstrate an aptitude for excellence, a grand vision for the future, and a keen sense of social responsibility to leave the world a better place when they are gone. Additional Essay Prompt: Express a vision for using your degree for social betterment. Scholarship Criteria:

  • Awarded 3 times per year (prior to each semester)
  • Eligibility limited to new students to Westcliff University
  • Minimum 3.5 GPA from a qualifying degree (or credits completed)
  • Award amount up to $10,000 distributed over one year with continuous enrollment
  • Multiple awards may be given
  • Maintaining eligibility requires an annual renewal application and a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.5

Giving Opportunities for Achievement and Learning (GOAL)

Established for high-performing students who demonstrate a commitment to excellence in pursuit of a doctorate, master’s or bachelor’s degree at Westcliff.

Founder's Scholarship for Business (Doctoral): Minimum 3.5 GPA from a qualifying degree (or credits completed) and to mantain eligibility for the year, a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.25 is required. Founder's Scholarship for Business/Computer Science/Information Technology/Engineering Management (Graduate): Minimum 3.5 GPA from a qualifying degree (or credits completed) and to mantain eligibility for the year, a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.25 is required. Founder's Scholarship for Business/Education/Information Technology (Undergraduate): Minimum 3.25 GPA from a qualifying degree (or credits completed) and to mantain eligibility for the year, a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 is required.

Scholarship Criteria:

  • Awarded 3 times per year (prior to each semester)
  • Eligibility open to new and continuing students
  • Award amount up to $5,000 distributed over one year with continuous enrollment
  • Multiple awards may be given

Fee information

  • Bachelor tuition

    US$21,900 per year

  • Master Programs tuition

    US$14,742 per year

  • Master Programs (Professional) tuition

    US$15,390 per year

  • Doctorate Programs tuition

    US$17,620 per year

  • Doctorate Programs (Professional) tuition

    US$18,800 per year

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