Whitman College
About Whitman College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Whitman College is a private university in Walla Walla, WA. It has a 47.7% acceptance rate and a 90.4% graduation rate, serving approximately 1,472 students.
Founded
1882
Location
Walla Walla, Washington
Students
1,531
Institution
Private
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
38.2%
Selective
Graduation Rate
80.5%
Above national average
Tuition
$64,050
Per year
Avg Net Price
$33,313
After financial aid
SAT Average
1410
Out of 1600
Median Earnings
$67,589
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Very Selective
38.2 out of 100 applicants get in
How to Apply
Test Policy
Test Optional
Application Fee
$50
Early
Nov 15
Regular
Jan 15
Whitman College accepts 38.2% of applicants, with admitted students averaging around 1410 on the SAT. If you're near or above that range, you have a strong chance.
SAT Scores
1410/ 1600
ACT Scores
31/ 36
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Above Average
80.5% complete their degree within six years
Retention
86.7%
4-Year Grad
78%
6-Year Grad
89%
Teaching Quality
9:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
87.1%
$/Student
$23.6K
Class Size
Small
78% of students graduate on time, and 87.1% of courses are taught by full-time faculty. That personal instruction helps keep students on track.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$64,050
Annual Tuition
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$15,080
Books & Supplies
$1,400
Total Cost of Attendance
$78,092
After Financial Aid
$33,313
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$13,567
Receive Grants
16.3%
Take Loans
53.6%
The total cost of attendance runs about $78,092/yr, including $15,080 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $33,313.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at Whitman College fund their education.
While in School
16.3%
Get Grants
Free money
53.6%
Take Loans
Must repay
$98,863
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$18,437
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$195/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
Students typically graduate with $18,437 in debt, below the national median. That's a manageable amount for most career paths.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Whitman College.
Gender
57.2%
Female
43%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
1,531
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
11.7%
First-Gen
19 yrs
Avg Age
1.6%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 57% of the student body. 14.4% international students bring global perspectives to campus life.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
City: Small
Campus Quick Facts
1,531
Students
private
Institution
Small
Campus Size
Liberal Arts
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
No
Teacher Cert
No
ROTC
No
Evening College
No
Online Programs
No
Job Placement
No
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Whitman College fields 9 varsity teams with 299 student athletes, about 20% of the student body.
Division
NCAA
Division III without football
Conference
Northwest
The league its teams compete in
Varsity Sports
9
Biggest: Track & Cross Country
Student Athletes
299
20% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
53% / 47%
158
Men
141
Women
7
Men's Teams
8
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Whitman Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$67,589
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Research and Experimental Psychology
—
53 grads
Economics
$47K
32 grads
1yr Earnings
Biology, General
$29K
30 grads
1yr Earnings
Computer and Information Sciences, General
—
22 grads
Political Science and Government
$28K
19 grads
1yr Earnings
Philosophy
—
18 grads
Earnings grow steadily here: $46K at six years, $46K at eight, and $68K by ten. Well above average at every stage.
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Data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard Some figures may reflect prior academic years. Our editorial team reviews and updates college profiles to ensure accuracy. If you notice outdated information, please let us know.