Accreditation

Western Association of Schools and Colleges

The University of West Los Angeles is accredited by the WASC Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC), 1001 Marina Village Parkway, Suite#402, Alameda, CA 94501, 510.748.9001.

UWLA’s Law School’s degree-granting authority in connection with its students qualifying to take the California Bar Examination and obtain admission to the practice of law in California is based on accreditation by the Committee of Bar Examiners of The State Bar of California.


Program Approvals


School of Law

The University of West Los Angeles School of Law, (UWLA) has been continuously accredited by the Committee of Bar Examiners of the State Bar of California (CBE) since 1978.

Study at, or graduation from, this law school may not qualify a student to take the bar examination or be admitted to practice law in jurisdictions other than California. A student who intends to seek admission to practice outside of California should contact the admitting authority in that jurisdiction for information regarding its education and admission requirements.

Except as provided in rule 4.30 of the Admissions Rules (Legal education in a foreign state or country), completion of a professional law degree program at this law school other than for the Juris Doctor degree does not qualify a student to take the California Bar Examination or satisfy the requirements for admission to practice law in California. It may not qualify a student to take the bar examination or to satisfy requirements for admission to the practice of law in any other jurisdiction. A student intending to seek admission to practice law should contact the admitting authority in the jurisdictions where the student intends to qualify to sit for the bar examination or to be admitted to practice for information regarding their legal education requirements.

California Bar Examination Statistics

Pass rates of our graduates on the ten most recent administrations of the California Bar Examination can be found at the State Bar’s website.

California Business & Professions Code Section 6061.7(a) Individual California Accredited Law School Information January 2025 Posting


School of Business & School of Law

UWLA is a private institution approved to operate by the California Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education. The California Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education has approved the School of Business’s Masters of Science in Leadership, Management, and Technology degree, and the Bachelors of Science in Business Administration degree. The institution is compliant with the minimum standards in the California Private Postsecondary Education Act of 2009 (as amended) and Division 7.5 of the California Code of Regulations. For more information, call the Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education at (916) 431-6959, or toll-free at (888) 370-7589, or visit its Website.



BPPE Self-Monitoring Procedures:

Purpose:

This policy establishes the self-monitoring procedures for maintaining full compliance with the California Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education (BPPE) requirements and applicable regulations. UWLA recognizes and prioritizes oversight and accountability for all of the state regulations and requirements. The designated individual for overseeing these compliance procedures is the Primary BPPE Compliance Officer, with support from other designated staff as outlined below.

Self-Monitoring Procedures for BPPE Compliance

1. Designated Compliance Personnel

  • BPPE Compliance Officer:
    • Responsible for overseeing all BPPE compliance procedures and ensuring adherence to state regulations.
  • Dean of the School of Business or School of Law:
    • The Dean of the School of Business/Law will provide support by overseeing notifications, updates, and required educational programs related to BPPE compliance, in collaboration with the Compliance Officer.
  • Supporting UWLA Staff:
    • Specific staff members, as designated by the BPPE Compliance Officer, will assist in monitoring BPPE regulations, tracking updates, and documenting compliance activities.
2. Receiving BPPE Notifications
  • Notification Tracking:
    • The BPPE Compliance Officer and Dean of the School of Business will maintain regular contact with BPPE’s website and email notifications. Any updates from BPPE will be promptly reviewed and documented for action.
  • Distribution of Information:
    • Upon receiving updates, the BPPE Compliance Officer or assigned staff will disseminate relevant information to UWLA staff, faculty, and administration as necessary, ensuring compliance-related tasks are understood and executed.
3. Participation in BPPE Workshops and Training
  • Workshop Attendance:
    • Designated UWLA staff, including BPPE Compliance Officer and other personnel, will periodically attend BPPE workshops and training sessions to stay informed of regulatory updates, best practices, and compliance standards.
  • Documentation and Implementation:
    • Workshop materials and key takeaways will be documented and circulated as needed. Follow-up meetings may be conducted to discuss the implementation of new compliance standards or adjustments to existing procedures.
4. Record-Keeping and Reporting
  • Regular Compliance Audits:
    • The BPPE Compliance Officer will conduct annual reviews of BPPE compliance activities and ensure records are maintained in accordance with state requirements.
5. Documentation and Communication
  • Communication with Stakeholders:
    • Compliance updates and policy changes will be communicated regularly to UWLA’s stakeholders, ensuring transparency and alignment with BPPE standards.


UWLA Annual Reports for 2023:

Performance Fact Sheets for 2022-2023:


STATE AUTHORIZATION FOR DISTANCE EDUCATION

School of Law

Juris Doctor * California Bar Accredited – This Distance Education Program is only available to students who reside in the state of California, or who attest that they intend to seek employment in the state of California. 

Study at, or graduation from, this law school may not qualify a student to take the bar examination or be admitted to practice law in jurisdictions other than California. A student who intends to seek admission to practice outside of California should contact the admitting authority in that jurisdiction for information regarding its education and admission requirements.

UWLA is authorized for the following programs in the following states:

School of Business

Bachelor of Science in Business Administration

Master of Science in Leadership, Management, and Technology

  • Arizona (AZ)
  • Illinois (IL)
  • Nevada (NV)
  • Texas (TX)
  • Utah (UT)

UWLA is not currently approved to offer distance education in the following states and territories:

  • Alabama (AL)
  • Alaska (AK)
  • Arkansas (AR)
  • Colorado (CO)
  • Connecticut (CT)
  • Delaware (DE)
  • District of Columbia (DC)
  • Florida (FL)
  • Georgia (GA)
  • Hawaii (HI)
  • Idaho (ID)
  • Indiana (IN)
  • Iowa (IA)
  • Kansas (KS)
  • Kentucky (KY)
  • Louisiana (LA)
  • Maine (ME)
  • Maryland (MD)
  • Massachusetts (MA)
  • Michigan (MI)
  • Minnesota (MN)
  • Mississippi (MS)
  • Missouri (MO)
  • Montana (MT)
  • Nebraska (NE)
  • New Hampshire (NH)
  • New Jersey (NJ)
  • New Mexico (NM)
  • New York (NY)
  • North Carolina (NC)
  • North Dakota (ND)
  • Ohio (OH)
  • Oklahoma (OK)
  • Oregon (OR)
  • Pennsylvania (PA)
  • Rhode Island (RI)
  • South Carolina (SC)
  • South Dakota (SD)
  • Tennessee (TN)
  • Vermont (VT)
  • Virginia (VA)
  • Washington (WA)
  • West Virginia (WV)
  • Wisconsin (WI)
  • Wyoming (WY)
  • Territories
    • American Samoa (AS)
    • Guam (GU)
    • Northern Mariana Islands (MP)
    • Puerto Rico (PR)
    • Virgin Islands (VI)


Achieving State Authorization 

Due in part to the increased popularity of distance education, many states have prescribed an “authorization” process for out-of-state institutions delivering online programs to its state residents. States are attempting through these processes to ensure quality post-secondary education, to preserve the integrity of an academic degree and to instill greater consumer protection for their student citizens.

Authorization (sometimes referred to as “registration,” “licensure,” “approval,” etc.) indicates that certain minimum standards have been met by the institution under the laws and regulations of that state. Authorization does not constitute an endorsement of any institution, course or degree program. Credits earned at an institution do not necessarily transfer to all other institutions.

UWLA is developing a strategy for applying for the necessary authorizations in states outside of California. UWLA is taking the following steps:

  • Tracking prospective and current students' programs, internships and other field experiences, and states of residence. It is important that we know where you are residing when you are taking courses, so be sure your address is up to date.
  • Monitoring marketing and recruiting efforts of our online programs.
  • Monitoring faculty hires in states outside of California.

State Authorization Reciprocity Agreement 

The state of California does not participate in the State Authorization Reciprocity Agreement (SARA).

The State Authorization Reciprocity Agreement (SARA) is an agreement among member states, districts and territories that establishes comparable national standards for interstate offering of postsecondary distance education courses and programs. It is intended to make it easier for students to take online courses offered by postsecondary institutions based in another state. SARA is overseen by a national council and administered by four regional education compacts. Currently, 49 states and the District of Columbia are members of SARA. For more information on SARA, please visit www.nc-sara.org.

Professional Licensures/Certifications:  SARA does not cover professional licensure issues. All jurisdictions have their own requirements for professional degrees that concern licensure/certification. 

Questions about UWLA’s authorization status?

UWLA is accredited by WSCUC and approved by BPPE and complies with all applicable California Education Codes. UWLA is physically located at 9800 S. La Cienega Blvd., 12th Floor, Inglewood, CA 90301.

Complaints about an UWLA Online Course?

If you are a student who wishes to complain about a UWLA course delivered via distance education, please consider contacting your instructor. If you are unable to resolve your complaint through the instructor, please contact the department chair. If you are unable to resolve your complaint through the department chair, please contact the dean of that school.  If you are unable to resolve your complaint through the dean, please contact the Provost at JFrykberg@uwla.edu. If you are unable to resolve your complaint at any of these levels, please consider contacting the WASC Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC), 985 Atlantic Avenue, Suite 100, Alameda, CA 94501, 510.748.9001.