C
Average
Score: 45/100
Overall (traditional)
A
Outcome Rating
82/100 · earnings-weighted

West Coast University-Miami

4-Year Private For-Profit
📍 Doral, Florida 33178
ℹ️
Rating Context: ⚠️ Limited Data Available. Some metrics for this institution are incomplete or unavailable, which may affect the overall grade. Consider researching this school directly for the most current information.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (B) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 50%
Outcomes
B
65/100
Affordability
F
29/100
Resources
C+
63/100
Experience
D
41/100
Prestige
F
21/100

Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology

Quick Stats

900
Total Enrollment
50%
Graduation Rate
67%
Retention Rate
12.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at West Coast University-Miami, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$102,672
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$96,114
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$32,946
Median debt at graduation
33.3%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
62.1%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 32% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 100th percentile among similar colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (FL wage index 0.88). This drives the Outcome Rating.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.

Earnings by Major at West Coast University-Miami

Median pay of bachelor's degree graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.

Major1 yr after4 yrs aftervs. nationalRank (pay)Rank (wage-adj.)Median debt
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing$95,859$111,455+25%#58 of 966#15$34,145

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.

For parents & investors

The West Coast University-Miami Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $558,055
  • Avg rent near campus: $2,961/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 33016 (6.2% cap, Hialeah)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $22,916 $22,916

Financial Aid

100%
Receive Any Aid
100%
Receive Pell Grants
100%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 310 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from West Coast University-Miami's top programs commonly pursue.

Registered nurses
$94k/yr 3,391,000 jobs
Nursing instructors and teachers, postsecondary
$80k/yr 91,600 jobs

Student Demographics

900
Total Students
88%
Women
43%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 5%
Hispanic 75%
Black 16%
Asian 2%
Two or More 2%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 32%
Hybrid (Some Online) 68%
Fully Online 1%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 43%
25-64 (Adult) 57%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at West Coast University-Miami?
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution. Many schools with open enrollment or specialized programs do not report traditional acceptance rates.
How much does it cost to attend West Coast University-Miami?
Tuition at West Coast University-Miami is $22,916 for in-state students and $22,916 for out-of-state students .
What is the graduation rate at West Coast University-Miami?
The graduation rate at West Coast University-Miami is 50%. This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.
Is West Coast University-Miami a good school?
West Coast University-Miami has a Repit College Score of 45/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (B): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (F): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (D): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend West Coast University-Miami?
West Coast University-Miami has a total enrollment of 900 students.

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: October 2026 | Methodology