History ==
Westcliff University was founded in 1993 with a focus on online education in the fields of business and education.
In 2019, Westcliff University acquired Western State College of Law, further expanding its educational offerings and strengthening its presence in legal education.
== Campus ==
Westcliff University relocated in 2020 to the Intersect Campus in Irvine, California. The site includes a main academic building with classrooms, faculty offices, administrative services, and study areas, as well as a multipurpose venue for athletics, recreation, career fairs, and other events.
In addition to its main campus in Irvine, Westcliff operates additional campuses across North America: Corona (site of its simulation‑lab enabled nursing programs), Dallas, Los Angeles (Santa Monica), Miami, Orlando, and San Francisco. The university also opened its first international campus in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, which offers a Master of Information Systems & Technology (MIST) program.
== Academics ==
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