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Whittier College

Whittier, CA · Private nonprofit · Large suburb · Website

Whittier College campus
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Admission rate
81%
Accessible
Average net price
$24,940
per year, after aid
Graduation rate
55%
Median earnings
$68,254
10 years after enrolling

Summary

Whittier College is a private nonprofit college in Whittier, CA with 764 undergraduates. It admits 81% of applicants. The average net price after aid is $24,940 per year ($22,133 for families earning under $30,000). 55% of students graduate, and graduates earn a median of $68,254 ten years after enrolling.

private nonprofit college

Admissions

Admission rate
81%
Fall 2024
Testing policy
Test blind
Fall 2024
Applicants
2,797
Fall 2023
Admitted
2,388
Fall 2023
Yield
6%
of admitted students enrolled

What Whittier College looks at

As reported by the college to IPEDS (Fall 2023).

  • High school recordRequired
  • High school GPARequired
  • College-prep courseworkRequired
  • Class rankNot considered
  • Essay or personal statementRequired
  • RecommendationsRequired
  • Demonstrated competenciesNot considered
  • Legacy statusConsidered
  • Work experienceNot considered
  • English proficiency testRequired

Cost

Cost of attendance
$64,712
sticker price, per year
Tuition & fees
$52,877

Net price by family income

Average yearly cost after grants and scholarships for students receiving federal aid.

  • $0–30k$22,133
  • $30–48k$17,661
  • $48–75k$20,925
  • $75–110k$22,404
  • $110k+$32,567

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Outcomes

Graduation rate
55%
Freshman retention
66%
Median earnings
$68,254
10 yrs after enrolling
Median debt
$20,000
at graduation

Students

Undergraduates
764
Student–faculty ratio
8:1
Receive Pell grants
39%
  • White24%
  • Hispanic39%
  • Black6%
  • Asian6%

Whittier College FAQ

What is Whittier College's acceptance rate?+

Whittier College admits 81% of applicants, which makes it accessible.

Is Whittier College test optional?+

Test blind (scores not considered).

How many students apply to Whittier College?+

In Fall 2023, 2,797 students applied to Whittier College and 2,388 were admitted; 145 enrolled.

Does Whittier College consider legacy status?+

Yes. Whittier College reported that legacy status is considered in admissions (Fall 2023).

Does Whittier College require an essay?+

Whittier College reported that an essay or personal statement is required for admission (Fall 2023).

How much does Whittier College cost?+

The sticker cost of attendance is $64,712 per year, but the average net price after grants and scholarships is $24,940.

What is Whittier College's graduation rate?+

55% of full-time students graduate within 150% of normal time.

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