Westmont College continues its rise among the nation’s premier institutions
Westmont College Ranked
Ranked nationally by U.S. News World Report (tied at No. 109), Westmont has been one of the top two national Christian liberal arts colleges and the No. 1 Christian liberal arts college in California and the Western United States for more than two decades.
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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.
Westmont’s Christian liberal arts program helps students become their best selves and hone God-given gifts to make significant, life-long contributions. Engaging classes, campus activities and enduring relationships foster intellectual, spiritual and personal growth, developing the whole person through Christ-centered education.
Outcomes
Prepare to flourish in your career, graduate studies, and whatever your future holds.
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Affordability
Discover generous financial aid, scholarships, and personalized support for each family.
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Community
Experience belonging in a vibrant Christian community where students live and learn
together.
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David
I never expected that my experience at Westmont would lead me to share my faith with someone halfway around the world. Looking back, I see that God used this community to challenge my assumptions, deepen my faith, and prepare me for moments I never could have imagined.
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Fernanda
At Westmont, I discovered that I didn't have to carry everything alone. Through my faith and a community that walked alongside me, I learned that vulnerability is not a weakness—it is where connection and growth begin.
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Jude
Through small groups, choir, and church fellowship, I’ve experienced the kind of belonging I always hoped to find. These relationships have strengthened my faith and taught me that meaningful community takes intentionality, vulnerability, and a willingness to invest in others.
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Alison
Looking back, I can see God was leading me somewhere better than I imagined. That journey ultimately led me to Westmont, where I’ve been challenged to pursue excellence, grow in faith, and become a faithful servant leader.
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Westmont’s #1 Christian liberal arts experience allows students to explore the breadth of academic disciplines while delving deep in their major. Highly qualified professors share their research with students and teach essential skills such as critical thinking and effective communication. 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.
With its abundant cultural resources and nearly perfect climate, Santa Barbara provides a classic coastal setting for Westmont’s learning and living experience, and is also ranked one of the best college towns in California. The Pacific Ocean, extensive beaches, soaring mountains and a beckoning backcountry provide opportunities for recreation, discovery and adventure.
Oct
10/30/2026 - 11/1/2026 | You're invited to return to campus in November to see how your first-year or transfer student is settling in to campus life.
NOV
11/11/2026 | 8am - 5pm Come for a day at Westmont College where you will get a glimpse of what life could be like for you! Meet faculty, staff, and current students, take a tour of campus, and enjoy the beautiful setting of Santa Barbara!
NOV
11/13/2026-11/15/2026 | Westmont's Young Adult Leadership Lab (YALL) brings together young adults (ages 23-29) and California churches to imagine new possibilities for ministry together.
Westmont, the #1 Christian liberal arts college, funds more than $46.3 million in grants and scholarships. Ninety-nine percent of first-year and transfer students receive merit scholarships (ranging from $15,000- $25,000 per year), talent-based scholarships and/or need-based grants and receive a Christ-centered education.
Learn about Westmont's history while touring the 111-acre campus with students Rylan Christopher and Senzo Sokhela.
Is this your sign to come experience Santa Barbara? A unique southern/central coast beach town full of beauty.
Have You Ever Wondered What Westmont College Would Look Like in Just 30 Seconds?
In a shaded, wooded area with temperatures climbing into the low 90s, young researchers meticulously scrape away layers of sediment using specialized trowels, brushes and screens.
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An energetic crowd of more than 100 gathered for the Oct. 1 public kickoff of the Sacred Stories Project, a five-year initiative, that aims to create spaces for young adults in their 20s to share and celebrate stories of faith, vocation and identity. Guests gathered outdoors at Westmont Downtown | Keith Center to connect over charcuterie and view featured artwork by young alumnus Diego Castañeda ’26.
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Tucked between mountain peaks and the Pacific Ocean, Westmont College secures a prominent place selected among the nation’s 40 most beautiful campuses in a new report from U.S. News & World Report. The publication that annually releases a top 40 list, ranks Westmont as No. 5 and praises the college’s historic buildings, serene gardens and picturesque coastal backdrop.
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