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Whitman College
Walla Walla,
WA
•4-Year Private•
Acceptance Rate48%
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About Whitman College
As a small residential liberal arts college in Walla Walla, Washington, Whitman is rooted in the traditional liberal arts values like critical thought and academic rigor. But at our foundation is also a belief in the value of community and power of relationships. Our graduates are scholars, but also explorers, advocates and scientists. They climb mountains, travel to far-off corners and give voice to others. They care about community and aim to become citizens of the world.
Whitman College is a private, nonprofit college in the town of Walla Walla, Washington. Whitman College was founded in 1859. The college currently enrolls around 1,493 students per year, including 1,493 undergrad students.
Whitman College Acceptance Rate 2022
It is very difficult to get into Whitman College. Around 48% of applicants get into Whitman College each year. Out of 5,497 applications received in 2022, 2,629 students were offered admission.
| Whitman College Admissions Facts At-A-Glance | |
|---|---|
| Overall Acceptance Rate | 48% |
| Early Decision Acceptance Rate | 60% |
| Early Action Acceptance Rate | EA not offered |
| Average GPA | 3.7 |
| Test Optional | Yes |
| Applicants Submitting SAT scores | 21% |
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Whitman College is located in Walla Walla, Washington,.
If you are interested in seeing Whitman College for yourself, be sure to plan a visit! The best way to reach campus is to take U.S. Highway 12 to Walla Walla, or book a flight to the nearest airport, Walla Walla Regional.
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College Info
Whitman College Application Deadline
First-Year Applications are Due
Jan 15
Transfer Applications are Due
Mar 1
The deadline for Fall first-year applications to Whitman College is Jan 15.
The deadline for Fall transfer applications to Whitman College is Mar 1.
Check the school website for more information about deadlines for specific programs or special admissions programs
Whitman College SAT Scores
Composite SAT Range
1275 - 1415
Math SAT Range
620 - 730
Reading SAT Range
645 - 725
Estimated Chance of Acceptance by SAT Score
SAT Score
Estimated Chance
1415 and Above
Good
1275 to 1415
Avg
1275 and Less
Low
SAT Scores Needed to Get Accepted
The median SAT score for Whitman College students is 1326. Applicants with SAT scores of 1415 and above have a good chance of being admitted to Whitman College, while applicants with SAT scores between 1275 to 1415 have an average chance of admittance, and prospective students with an SAT score below 1275 have a low chance of being offered a spot at Whitman College.
Whitman College Tuition & Fees
Tuition & Fees
$77,532
In State$77,532
Out-of-State
Cost Breakdown
In State
Out-of-State
State Tuition
$61,070
$61,070
Fees
$422
$422
Housing
$14,640
$14,640
Books
$1,400
$1,400
Student Life
Wondering what life at Whitman College is like? There are approximately 1,493 students enrolled at Whitman College. 97% percent of students attend school full-time, 36% percent are from WA and 64% percent of students are from other states.
97%
Full Time3%
Part Time36%
In State64%
Out-of-StateData Source: IPEDs and Peterson's Databases © 2022 Peterson's LLC All rights reserved
Quick Facts
Total Enrollment
1,493
Campus Setting
Small Town
Acceptance Rate
48%
Fall Freshmen
Application Deadline
Jan 15
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