Your Path to Westmont Starts Here
Congratulations on taking this exciting step toward your future! At Westmont College, we’re thrilled you’re considering joining our community of scholars and difference-makers. Here on our Apply Now page, you’ll find everything you need to make the application process as smooth as possible. Whether you're a prospective student or a parent, we've gathered all the essential information, guidance, and resources to help you navigate each stage with confidence. Welcome to the beginning of your journey with us—let’s get started!
Begin Your Westmont Application Process Below
Westmont utilizes both our personalized application and the Common App. Both are free of charge. First-year and transfer prospective students may use either; there is no preference. We recommend that international prospective students apply with the Common App.
Other Admissions Applications
Returning to WestmontIf you had previously attended Westmont, left, and are wishing to return, complete the returning student application. | Post-Baccalaureate Nursing ProgramThis post-baccalaureate program requires prior completion of a B.A. or B.S. |
Teaching Credential ProgramBecome a knowledgeable, caring, Christian educator through our rigorous, highly practical and professional program. | Certificate in Theological LeadershipThis program is designed for ministry professionals, laypeople eager to grow spiritually, and recent college graduates considering seminary. |
When to Apply
Applications for Spring and Fall 2025 are open!
| APPLICATION TYPE | APPLICATION DEADLINE | APPLY FOR FINANCIAL AID | DECISION BY | CANDIDATE REPLY DATE |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fall First-Year Early Action I | 10/15/24 | Beginning 12/24 | 12/1/24 | 5/1/25 |
| Fall First-Year Early Action II | 11/1/24 | Beginning 12/24 | Christmas Break | 5/1/25 |
| Fall First-Year Regular Decision | 1/15/25 | Beginning 12/24 | Rolling beginning 1/1/25 | 5/1/25 |
Guaranteed Admission Partnerships
Westmont recognizes that many students are enrolled in high schools across the country that share our philosophy of academic rigor, our commitment to the Christian faith and investment in whole-student development. We are proud to share this mission with our secondary education partners, and we’re pleased to guarantee admission to students meeting high standards from select schools.
Visit Westmont
Located in Santa Barbara, the American Riviera, you’ll flourish in a culturally rich and vibrant setting.
You belong here. You’ll feel at home here. You just have to see it for yourself!
