Whittier College

In 2022, tuition for full-time Whittier College students was $48,924 a year.

Tuition was the same price in 2023 compare to the year before. Usually, college tuition goes up about 3% every year.

Remember, the displayed price of tuition doesn't give you enough information to determine the actual cost of attending any given college. Many students owe much less than the sticker price after grants, scholarships, and tuition discounts are awarded. Plus, student loans can make theactual cost of attending college more manageable until you've finishing school and found a job.

Whittier College meets 81.5% of the demonstrated financial need for undergraduates. The average financial aid package for a full-time, first-year student at Whittier College is around $41,437 a year.

Graduates in the class of 2023 had an average of $32,524 in student loans per borrower.

Whittier College: In-state vs. Out-of-State Tuition

Whittier College is a private, nonprofit institution, so it has the same tuition for students from California as it does for students who live in other states.

Public schools receive funds from the state to help them cover costs. Public, state schools can offer lower tuition for students who meet the requirements for in-state residency.

Choosing a college where you qualify for in-state tuition can save students a lot of money on the total cost of attending college. Take the time to confirm your state's guidelines for how to qualify for in-state tuition. Each state has different requirements to qualify as in-state resident. Most states require students to have resided in the state for a certain period of time before qualifying. There may be additional requirements too, depending on where you live.

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Do International Students Pay More to Go to Whittier College?

Tuition at Whittier College is the same for all students.

International students are not eligible for loans or grants from the U.S. government, but may be eligible for private or school-specific aid and scholarships.

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Whittier College Living Expenses, Fees, and More

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In addition to tuition, room and board, books, transportation and fees are also costs it consider when planning for college. Let's take a look at what impacts these costs, and what to expect at Whittier College.

House and Food Costs at Whittier College

Housing and campus dining at Whittier College costs $15,623 a year. This number covers the cost of living in dorms or other on-campus housing, and a meal plan that enables you to eat in the Whittier College's on-campus cafeterias and dining facilities.

Board costs may vary depending on how many meals are included in the plan you choose.

Cost of Books at Whittier College

First-year students are sometimes surprised by how much books and supplies cost–and not in a good way. The real cost of books depends on the courses you take and the materials required. To save money, many students choose to use books from the library or buy used textbooks and materials.

Yearly Fees

The majority of colleges also have fees to offsets cost associated with maintaining facilties, like the library, gym and computer labs.

Keep in mind, there could also be other costs associated with participating in special activities, like joining a fraternity or sorority, or participating in sports or other extracurriculars. Many schools have ways so that those with financial need to find ways to lower or eliminate these costs.

The Cost of Transportation at Whittier College

The cost of transportation in college can really vary. Will you take a subway, car or an airplane to get to school? Will you need to pay to park on-campus? Is the campus easy to get around on foot? Do you plan to bring a car or are you planning to use public transportation? All of these factors can make a big difference in your transportation budget. At Whittier College, freshman are allowed to park on campus.

The location of a college or university can also have a big effect on your transportation budget. Small, rural schools may be easier to get around, but the cost of getting to campus may be higher. On the flip side, transportation in a city might be costly, but there may be more buses, trains or low-cost flight options to actually get to school. The Whittier College campus is located in a suburb in California, not far from Los Angeles.

Other Costs

When budgeting for college, don’t forget to leave some room in your budget for the cost of things like entertainment, clothes, furnishings and toiletries.

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Financial Breakdown for Whittier College

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Now, let’s go over all of the costs we've covered, to get a better estimate of the actual cost of attending Whittier College.

Total Cost of Whittier College

What will the cost of attending Whittier College be? Here is a breakdown of tuition and expenses.

2023 Total Tuition and Expenses
Tuition	$48,924
Room and Board	$15,623
Other expenses	$1,000

The total estimated cost will vary depending on whether you are going to live on-campus or off-campus.

Total Estimated Costs
On-Campus	$66,487
Off-Campus	$50,664

The breakdowns above provide a good estimate of the total cost of attendance before financial aid and scholarships. Tuition and fees may vary depending on program, course level, location, and more.

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Whittier College Financial Aid

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The majority of Whittier College undergrads use financial aid to help pay for school. In 2023, 905 of the 1,140 undergrads enrolled received financial aid. Whittier College meets 81.5% of the demonstrated financial need for undergraduates.

The average financial aid package for a full-time, first-year student is around $41,437 a year. Around 73.67% of Whittier College undergrads take out student loans to cover any remaining costs. Whittier College graduates who have student loans graduate with an average of $32,524 of student loan debt.

The average debt for each loan type varies.

Average Debt By Loan Type
Federal Loans	$23,479
Whittier College-Specific Loans	$5,454
Private Loans	$42,449

Most Common Loans for Whittier College Students
Federal Loans	73%
Institutional Loans	18.67%
Private loans	13.67%

Most students take out institutional or government loans, because they tend to have lower interest rates and more flexible repayment options than private loans. Loans from the federal government can be subsidized or unsubsidized. Subsidized loans do not accrue interest during school, while unsubsidized loans begin accruing interest at the time the loan is issued. If students do no qualify for enough federal loans to cover the cost of tuition, some take out private loans. Parents can also take out ParentPLUS loans, which are government loans for parents who are helping their children pay for college.

The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) helps colleges determine how much financial need students and their familes have, so they can offer a financial aid package that meets, or come close to meeting, their need. For more information on Whittier College financial aid, keep reading, or visit their financial aid website.

Scholarships at Whittier College

Some students may receive grants and scholarships to help pay for college. Unlike loans, scholarships and grants do not have to be paid back.

In 2023, Whittier College awarded 764 need-based scholarships to students, giving away total of $25.4 million to help students with financial need cover the cost of school. An additional $16.09 million in merit-based scholarship money was awarded to students without demonstrated financial need.

Whittier College Net Cost

The net price of college is the actual cost of attending a school for one year. Net cost is calculated by subtracting any scholarships, grants or other aid that does not need to be paid back from the total cost. Student loans are not part of the calculation, because they need to be repaid.

Now that we have a sense of the total estimated costs for Whittier College students, we can subtract the average financial aid package to find the estimated net cost. Net cost can vary depending on a students’ need and the financial aid award received.

When considering whether a school fits your budget, it is important to consider the estimated net cost, not just the sticker price of tuition. Often, schools with the highest tuition also offer the most generous aid packages, so estimate your net cost before eliminating a school because it does fit your budget.

The average amount of financial aid received by a full-time first year student with demonstrated need at Whittier College was $41,437 in 2023. By substracting the average financial aid package from the estimated costs, we get a number that may make the cost of Whittier College seem more manageable.

Estimated Net Cost for Full-Time Students
On-Campus	$25,050
Off-Campus	$9,227

What will attending Whittier College really cost you? The answer depends on several factors.

As of 2011, colleges are required to have a net price calculator on their website to help prospective students and their families understand the actual cost of attending that school, based on their financial situation. You can find the Whittier College's net cost calculator on their website.

Whittier College Tuition Payment Plans

Some students choose to use payment plans to make the cost of tuition fit more comfortably in their budget.

Whittier College does not have guaranteed tuition.

Whittier College offers an Installment Payment Plan, which allows students to pay tuition in a series of smaller chunks instead of one lump sum.

Whittier College Tuition Waivers

Schools sometimes waiver tuition for certain groups, to offset the cost of attending. Some schools offer tuition waivers for faculty, staff, and their families , underrepresented students, or military students. Even if you qualify for a waiver, students are usually responsible for housing, meal plans, and other expenses.

Whittier College has some full or partial tuition waivers available for: - Employees or Children of Employees

Check the financial aid website for more information on payment plans and tuition waivers.

Whittier College's Endowment

An endowment is the total value of a school's investments, donations, and assets. Endowment is not necessarily an indicator of the quality of a school, but it can give you a sense of how much money a college can afford to invest in expanding programs, improving facilities, and supporting students.

Whittier College's endowment was valued at $143.5 million in 2023, compared to a national average of $905 million. For each full-time student, Whittier College spends about $14,067 a year.

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