Occidental College is a private liberal arts college located in the Eagle Rock neighborhood of Los Angeles, California. Founded in 1887 by clergy and members of the Presbyterian Church, it is one of the oldest liberal arts colleges on the West Coast. The college campus is home to a diverse student body, consisting of students from over 50 countries, representing 49 US states and the District of Columbia. Through its rigorous liberal arts curriculum, student-created programs, and passionate student body, Occidental provides students with the opportunity to pursue their passions and develop meaningful real-world skills. Strong research opportunities and connections with alumni support students as they explore their potential to effect positive change in their communities, the world, and their own lives.
- Address: 1600 Campus Rd, Los Angeles, CA 90041-3392
- Phone: (323) 259-2500
- Website: https://www.oxy.edu/
- Type: Private not-for-profit, 4-year
- Student Population: 1,839
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio: 8 to 1
- Calendar System: Semester
- Application Fee: $65
- Selectivity: Very Selective
Cost
| Tuition and Fees | $56,576 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,240 |
| Room & Board | $- |
| Other | |
| Total Cost | $57,816 |
Admissions
- Acceptance Rate: 41%
- SAT Range: 1270 – 1460
- ACT Range: 28 – 33
Majors
- Econometrics and Quantitative Economics
- International Relations and Affairs
- Biology/Biological Sciences, General
- Political Science and Government, General
- Film/Cinema/Video Studies
EnrollmentAttendance Status
- Full-time: 97%
- Part-time: 3%
Student Gender
- Male: 41%
- Female: 59%
Student Race/Ethnicity
- American Indian or Alaskan: 0%
- Asian: 15%
- Black or African American: 4%
- Hispanic / Latino: 16%
- Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander: 0%
- White: 47%
- Two or More Races: 10%
- Unknown: 1%
- Non-resident Alien: 6%
Student Age
- 24 and Under: 100%
- 25 and Over: 0%
- Age Unknown: 0%
Student Residence
- In-State: 44%
- Out-of-State: 56%
- Unknown: 0%