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Golden West College was ranked among the TOP 5 community colleges in the state, according to Edsmart.org.
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LỚP HỌC ANH VĂN MIỄN PHÍ. CLASES DE INGLÉS GRATIS.
Free English, Citizenship, and GED Preparation Classes
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11,000 Students
70 Degrees Offered
90% Transfer Success Rate
$14 Million Awarded Annually in Financial Aid
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Basic Needs Support
We know there are many challenges students face outside the classroom. GWC’s provides basic needs support such as free groceries, laptop loans, free bus passes, and more!
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FREE TUITION... OUR PROMISE TO YOU
GWC’s Golden Promise Program provides free tuition, free textbooks, and waives other fees.
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ACADEMIC SUCCESS CENTER

The ASC offers FREE resources to help GWC students succeed in their classes.

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Go Rustlers!

Golden West Athletics matches the schools academic reputation as one of the finest all-around programs in California with 91 State Championships.

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Parking Permits
Parking Permit information for the upcoming semester.
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GWC Students Ride Free!
All GWC students get unlimited rides on all OC bus local fixed routes
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Mental Health Help
Students, don’t struggle alone. Resources available.
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Employee Mental Health
Mental Health assistance is available for Staff & Faculty.
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