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Dallas, TX 75243
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Dallas Campus

The Westwood College – Dallas Campus is located on LBJ Freeway in the heart of Dallas, a dynamic city that offers a wide range of cultural and recreational activities. The campus is situated within minutes of the historic arts district, professional sporting events, trendy shopping and endless entertainment. A 60-acre arts district is home to theater, dance, music, sculpture and museums. Dallas also maintains more than 20,000 acres of lake and park space within its borders.

Our Dallas Campus consists of more than 20,000 square feet of administrative and instructional space, including numerous classrooms and labs equipped with the latest technology. The library features occupation-related reference materials and a number of Internet and computer-based resources. No-cost covered parking is available nearby.

Westwood’s student-centered approach to a career-focused education forges a professional atmosphere where students can thrive. Opportunities abound to participate in program-specific clubs, plus numerous campus and community activities.

There’s a comfortable student lounge with phone access, games and vending machines. Library, financial aid and career services personnel are available to assist students with job searches and financial aid questions. There’s also a resource center with extended hours, a cafeteria within walking distance and a dedicated student services advisor to aid students with securing community resources.

Campus Accreditation

Westwood is nationally accredited

Accredited by the Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools (ACICS).

Dallas Programs

Westwood is not currently enrolling students at its Texas campuses.

Texas Course Catalog

Download the Texas Course Catalog for a detailed description of our degree programs.

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Dallas Maps & Transportation

Driving Directions
This Westwood college campus is easily accessible from the intersection of Interstate 635 (LBJ Freeway) and Hwy 75 (North Central Expressway).

Public Transportation
The Dallas campus is conveniently within walking distance of a major DART train station and has a DART bus station outside the front door. Westwood offers free fixed route bus and rail passes to full time students at this campus. Passes can be requested at the Student Services office and take approximately two weeks to receive.

Dallas Campus Life

The Westwood College – Dallas Campus hosts numerous events and activities to enhance student life, including honor celebrations every term.

Activities include:*

Perfect attendance pizza parties
The Fall Festival
President’s Luncheon/Dinner for high-achievers
Participation in community events
End-of-term celebrations
And much more

Our campus is ideally located for students to enjoy nearby off-campus activities, three major shopping malls, Dallas’ historic arts district, and the trendy entertainment scenes of lower Greenville and Addison. Popular restaurants are close at hand, too, including Taco Bell, Wendy's, Burger King, Olive Garden, Cheddars, Outback and more.

At Westwood College - Dallas Campus students can receive an excellent education in an exciting environment.

*More information on student activities can be found in the student services section of the course catalogs

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Faculty - School of Healthcare
Dallas Campus

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Faculty - General Education
Dallas Campus

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Faculty - General Education
Dallas Campus

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Faculty - School of Technology
Dallas Campus

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Faculty - General Education
Dallas Campus

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Westwood College introduces Employment Pledge

Reinforces commitment to preparing students for future careers.

Alta College honors top educators through excellence in education awards

Alta College, Inc., the parent company of Westwood College and Redstone College, announced today the winners of its annual Excellence in Education Awards. With these awards, three top educators are nationally recognized for their outstanding achievements and dedication to excellence both inside and outside of the classroom.

Westwood College Partners with Employers to Enrich Opportunities for Students and Graduates

Employers provide guidance through Program Advisory Committees

Westwood College Announces the 2011 PATH to Success Scholarship Program

Westwood College is proud to announce the 2011 PATH to Success Scholarships which honors the vision and commitment of Westwood students. The purpose of this scholarship is to reward students who are taking control of their future through dedicated career planning and action.

Westwood College announces the Westwood 100

Denver, Feb. 11, 2011 – Westwood College is pleased to announce the Westwood 100, Volume 1 – a collection of personal success stories from 100 Westwood College alumni. These Westwood 100 graduates proudly tell their stories of how they have transformed their lives and found a fulfilling career by obtaining their college degree.

Westwood College issued conditional certificates of approval by Texas Workforce Commission

The Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) has issued Westwood College’s three Texas campuses Conditional Certificates of Approval allowing the college to continue to offer its programs in the state.

Westwood College offers tuition-free alumni retraining to graduates

School’s mission is to encourage lifelong learning.

Westwood College partners with Dallas ISD to help bridge technology gap for students and staff of skyline high school

Donated equipment and IT student support provides a helping hand as new school year kicks off

Congratulations to 2010 PATH to Success Scholarships Winners!

Thanks to the more than 325 Westwood students who participated in the 2010 PATH to Success Scholarships competition. The focus of the annual scholastic award program is to reward students who are self-motivated, have a career plan and are taking steps to get a job in their field after college.

Westwood College and the City of Dallas Partner to Support "People Helping People" Program

Councilwoman Carolyn Davis on hand as students kick-off community program to renovate homes for elderly, low-income families

Westwood College Takes Immediate, Decisive Actions Following Senate Committee Hearing and GAO Investigation

Chief executive drives college to be a leader in the private-sector college industry by implementing new initiatives on compliance, transparency and the student experience.

Westwood College and the City of Dallas Partner in the "People Helping People" Program

On Saturday, June 5th, Westwood College faculty, staff and students from the Dallas campus made a difference. Mr. Charles Gilyard, a 65-year-old widower lives alone, survives on social security income, and is on oxygen. Now he can smile and take in a fresh breath of air. More than 25 volunteers from the Westwood College Dallas campus helped repair the baby blue, wooden house he has called home for the last 45 years.

Westwood College Students More Satisfied than Others Reports 2010 Noel-Levitz Survey

Westwood College today announced that its students are more satisfied with their college experience than their counterparts in a comparison group of almost 125 private four‐year colleges and universities. The independent student survey was performed by Noel‐Levitz, a nationally recognized consulting firm specializing in higher education research and strategic planning.

2009 Excellence in Education Awards: Honoring Our Outstanding Educators

Members of the Alta senior leadership team, campus presidents, deans and honorees gathered for a special ceremony in Denver on April 22 to recognize outstanding faculty members for their dedication to excellence. Our annual Excellence in Education awards honors top educators both at the campus and the national level in six categories: Community Service, Committee Service, Program Leadership, Faculty of the Year, Provost and Dean of the Year. Our winners embody the vision of the ideal educator, one who adds value through contributions not only to students, but also to the campus, the entire institution and the community.

Dallas campus students help habitat for humanity

Nine students from Westwood College’s Dallas campus participated in a community service event for Habitat for Humanity last weekend. Ki Thompson, Business & Construction Management Program Chair, organized the Westwood College Work Group as part of the construction management club helped organize with the students.

Westwood College doubles number of degrees offered in Dallas and Fort Worth to meet demands of the changing workforce

Six New Three-Year Bachelor’s Degrees Will Offer Opportunities in Growing Fields

Westwood College Helps Veterans Combat The Rising Costs Of College Tuition Through The Yellow Ribbon Program

Program Closes the Gap between VA Benefits and the Actual Cost of Most Colleges

Westwood College Introduces New And Updated Degree Programs To Help Launch Graduates Into In-Demand Industries

To help meet the needs of a fast-changing world, Westwood College (www.westwood.edu) has updated its Information Technology: Major in Cisco Network Systems program and is launching two new programs – Information Technology: Major in Computer Forensics and Paralegal. These new and updated programs are now available and prepare graduates to hit the ground running with job skills in growing fields.

Westwood College doubles number of degrees offered in Dallas and Fort Worth; Now Offers Bachelor's Degrees

Denver, CO - Westwood College (www.westwood.edu) announced today it has doubled the amount of degree programs previously offered at its Dallas and Fort Worth campuses. As part of this, both campuses will provide two bachelor’s degree programs – a first for Westwood in Texas – and three new associate degree programs in some of the state’s most in-demand and employable industries such as network management, graphic design, hotel and restaurant management, paralegal and construction management. Classes for the new programs will begin on March 18, 2009.

The Dallas Society of Visual Communications Names Westwood College as School of the Month

Westwood College Dallas is honored by the Dallas Society of Visual Communications as the School of the Month for November.