Westwood College belongs to a network of 19 campuses and an online school. Owned by the parent company Alta College, Inc., the network’s main office is in Denver, CO. Schools within the Alta network include Westwood Colleges and Redstone Colleges. Westwood Colleges are located in California, Colorado, Texas, Georgia, Illinois and Virginia, plus an online school. Westwood College was founded in 1953 and has been offering full online programs since 2002. Westwood College is accredited by the Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools and by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges of Technology, though not all campuses are accredited by both institutions. All campuses are authorized to award degrees, however.

Westwood College began as a diploma and degree-granting institution that offered many technical programs. Today, students can earn diplomas and undergraduate degrees in many fields within the School of Business, School of Design, School of Justice, School of Technology, School of Healthcare, and School of Industrial Services. Specific majors include Fashion Merchandising, Game Art and Design, Graphic Design and Multimedia, Animation, Criminal Justice and Medical Assisting. Westwood College also offers an MBA program. Online and campus-based curricula emphasize the importance of learning real-world skills, and the school’s relationships with various businesses and industry leaders help students secure internships and post-graduate job opportunities. Faculty members are also working professionals who are able to teach relevant skills as well as the theories and concepts for each field of study. Some programs offer fast-track schedules, letting students earn associate’s degrees in just 20 months and bachelor’s degrees in three years. These programs are offered year-round and can help students graduate and find employment much more quickly than if they enrolled in a traditional college.

Westwood College Online offers students many benefits besides remote access learning and flexibility. Students have access to free tutoring, virtual classrooms,a library and bookstore, and even free computer support. The Alumni Retraining program lets returning Westwood students retake courses that were in their original curriculum to refresh their skills and understanding of a particular subject. These classes are offered tuition-free for qualified graduates. Students can participate in career management seminars and participate in the Climbing with the Experts Series to enhance their career plans and goals. Additional career resources include support for maintaining a portfolio, practicing interview skills and more.

Top Online Programs

A.A. in Information Technology B.S. in Web Development B.S. in Communications	University of Phoenix – Associate's & Bachelor's Degree – The University of Phoenix prepares students for the rapidly evolving multi-million dollar industry of World Wide Web designing and interactive media. The programs offered at the institute teaches students everything from developing their skills in drawing and design to learning programming and scripting techniques.
B.S. in Web Development B.S. in Communication A.A.S. in Information Technology	Kaplan University – Associate's & Bachelor's Degree - Kaplan University offers a web design degree that could be completed in as few as 12 months. This allows students to earn their degree at an accelerated pace and be on their way to advancing in their career in web design.
B.F.A. in Web Design A.A.B.A. in Visual Communications B.F.A. in Digital Design	American InterContinental University – Associate's & Bachelor's Degree – For those interested in the exciting career of web design, American InterContinental Universitye will help them prepare with their staff of knowledgeable and skilled professionals who have had prior experience working in the web design industry. The program is a great choice for those seeking to pursue a career in web design, web development, graphic design, graphic art, or web publications designer.
A.S. in Web Design B.F.A. in Graphic Design B.A. in Fashion Merchandising	International Academy of Design & Technology – Associate's & Bachelor's Degree - Since 1977, the International Academy of Design and Technology Online has helped thousands of students prepare for a career in which their creativity and talents are respected and valued. Their affordable courses allow individuals with a passion for web design to advance in their career.
B.S. in Web Design & Multimedia B.S. in Visual Communications A.S. in Graphic Design & Multimedia	Westwood College – Associate's & Bachelor's Degree – Westwood College's programs consists of courses in design theory, web design, imaging and advanced web technology to help students build valuable portfolios for potential employers. They offer their programs completely online, allowing flexibility for working individuals or individuals with other time contraints.
A.S. in Web Graphic Design B.C.I.S. in Web Development B.C.I.S. in Web Game Programming	DeVry University – Associate's & Bachelor's Degree – DeVry University has helped thousands of students apply practical skills to produce high-quality graphics and develop many types of graphic media. They are ideal for many students because of their affordable and convenient programs available online.
B.A. in Visual Communications B.A. in Art History	Ashford University – Bachelor's Degree - Dedicated to helping intellectual, professional, and creative individuals, Ashford University offers one of the best web design degrees online. Their web design courses are very convenient and achieveablefor students who have restricting schedules.
B.S. in Web Design A.S. in Web Design Diploma in Web Design	The Art Institute of Pittsburgh – Associate's & Bachelor's Degree - The Art Institute of Pittsburgh provides students with the opportunity to learn the latest software and programming applications to compete in the highly competitive, yet rewarding, web design industry. They place special emphasis on the practical application of web development skills and how to effectively use them for organizations.