Campus Locations
Houston South
Campus
One Arena Place
7322 Southwest Fwy, Ste. 110
Houston, TX 77074
Local: 1-713-777-4433
Toll free: 1-866-340-3677
Houston South Campus
The award-winning Westwood College - Houston South Campus prides itself on providing students with the necessary technical and soft skills required for success in the workplace. Our campus has been recognized by ACCSC as a 2006 School of Distinction, and received the 2006 Superior Customer Service Award from the Greater Southwest Houston Chamber of Commerce. It is also considered within the nationwide college system as a leader in both high-quality education and student satisfaction.
Students have easy access to a number of cultural, recreational and business venues including The Galleria, Reliant Center, Minute Maid Park, the Museum District, the Houston Medical Center and the Houston Aquarium. There are also numerous restaurants and shopping venues nearby. Beaches, rivers and a variety of outdoor activities abound, as well, in the greater Houston area.
Our campus boasts a highly diverse student population, an educational staff regarded as industry experts within their chosen fields and an outstanding academic environment. Ongoing student activities such as job fairs, industry guest speakers, art exhibits, heritage days and themed celebrations are all part of the campus culture. Come see us for a tour and to learn more about how we can assist you in obtaining an education that will help you launch an exciting career in one of several in-demand fields.
Campus Accreditation
Westwood is nationally accredited
Accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC). Candidate with The Higher Learning Commission (HLC) and an affiliate of the North Central Association.
You want to start a career.
Visit our open house
Please join us for the 2009 December Open House on Saturday, December 5th, 10am.
- Meet with faculty and staff members
- Take a tour of the campus
- Meet with student finance specialists
Campus Events
WHAT'S HAPPENING THIS MONTH?
Stop by and visit our booth on November 22nd at the Los Magnificos Car Show at the Reliant Center.
Houston South Programs
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School of Design: School of Technology: School of Justice: |
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Texas Course Catalog
Download the Texas Course Catalog for a detailed description of our degree programs.
Houston South Maps & Transportation
Driving Directions
The campus is near major freeways and toll roads, conveniently located on the northeast corner of Fondren and Highway 59.
Public Transportation
Public transportation is also available with a Metro stop just one-half block away from our front door. More information on routes is available at www.ridemetro.org.
Westwood College – Houston South Campus Life
The Westwood College - Houston South Campus offers a vast array of student life amenities, including:
- No-cost tutoring
- Housing assistance
- Transportation assistance
- On-site learning commons, library and student study rooms
- Ready access to program directors
- On-site campus bookstore
- Resource services for free and confidential counseling to enrolled students
- Free covered parking
- Wireless Internet access
- Student lounge
- In-school/out-of-school job placement assistance
- Program-specific clubs and organizations
- Graduation celebrations
- Adjacent day care and café facilities
At the Houston South Campus, we recognize outstanding students with a variety of activities, honors events to enhance campus life. Among them:
- AAA Award (recognizes excellence in attendance, academic achievement and attitude)
- President’s List (4.0 GPA); Dean’s List (3.75 or higher GPA); and Perfect Attendance Honor Roll
- Student-of-the-Term award
- Alpha Beta Kappa Honor Society
- New student orientation
Program Advisory Committee meetings feature industry experts who critique the existing curriculum and make recommendations for continuous improvement to ensure our programs are in tune with the ever-changing marketplace.
Westwood College 2010 Academic Calendar
| Westwood College Campus: January 2010 Term | |
| On-ground and online classes start | January 8 |
| Last day to Add/Drop on-ground and online classes | January 14 |
| Last day to Withdraw with a "W" | February 27 |
| Break day(s) | January 18 |
| On-ground and online classes end | March 12 |
| Westwood College Campus: March 2010 Term | |
| On-ground and online classes start | March 17 |
| Last day to Add/Drop on-ground and online classes | March 23 |
| Last day to Withdraw with a "W" | May 5 |
| Break day(s) | None |
| On-ground and online classes end | May 18 |
| Westwood College Campus: May 2010 Term | |
| On-ground and online classes start | May 26 |
| Last day to Add/Drop on-ground and online classes | June 2 |
| Last day to Withdraw with a "W" | July 17 |
| Break day(s) | July 3, 4, 5 |
| On-ground and online classes end | July 30 |
| Westwood College Campus: August 2010 Term | |
| On-ground and online classes start | August 4 |
| Last day to Add/Drop on-ground and online classes | August 10 |
| Last day to Withdraw with a "W" | September 24 |
| Break day(s) | September 4,5,6 |
| On-ground and online classes end | October 7 |
| Westwood College Campus: October 2010 Term | |
| On-ground and online classes start | October 12 |
| Last day to Add/Drop on-ground and online classes | October 18 |
| Last day to Withdraw with a "W" | December 3 |
| Break day(s) | November 25, 26, 27, 28 |
| On-ground and online classes end | December 16 |
Each campus will provide specific orientation and graduation dates.
Westwood College may change or modify the academic calendar at any time.
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Our graduates receive hands-on, career-focused training. Don't wait another day; start transforming your life into the one you've always wanted.
Did You Know?
- Our accelerated approach can help you earn your bachelor’s degree in as little as 3 years.
Westwood College - Online Campus 2010 Academic Calendar
In addition to these start dates, Westwood College - Online Campus offers selected courses
starting on the following dates:
| Westwood College - Online Campus: January 2010 Term | |
| Term Start Date | February 8 |
| Last day to Add/Drop classes | February 12 |
| Last day to Withdraw with a "W" | March 1 |
| Westwood College - Online Campus: March 2010 Term | |
| Term Start Date | April 19 |
| Last day to Add/Drop classes | April 23 |
| Last day to Withdraw with a "W" | May 10 |
| Westwood College - Online Campus: May 2010 Term | |
| Term Start Date | June 28 |
| Last day to Add/Drop classes | July 2 |
| Last day to Withdraw with a "W" | July 19 |
| Westwood College - Online Campus: August 2010 Term | |
| Term Start Date | September 6 |
| Last day to Add/Drop classes | September 10 |
| Last day to Withdraw with a "W" | September 27 |
| Westwood College - Online Campus: October 2010 Term | |
| Term Start Date | November 15 |
| Last day to Add/Drop classes | November 19 |
| Last day to Withdraw with a "W" | December 6 |
Each campus will provide specific orientation and graduation dates.
Westwood College may change or modify the academic calendar at any time.
Request More Information
Our graduates receive hands-on, career-focused training. Don't wait another day; start transforming your life into the one you've always wanted.
Did You Know?
- Our accelerated approach can help you earn your bachelor’s degree in as little as 3 years.
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