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| Location | Whittier, California |
| Online | whittier.edu |
| School Type | Private 4 Year |
| Setting | Large Suburban |
| Size | Small |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Whittier College, located in Whittier, California, is a private liberal arts college known for its historical ties as a Quaker institution, although it has been nonsectarian since the late 1940s. Established in 1887, it sits on a suburban 75-acre campus featuring a blend of traditional architecture and modern facilities, approximately 12 miles southeast of Los Angeles. Whittier College provides a residential experience with over half of its student body living on campus in residence halls, suites, and themed living-learning communities. The academic atmosphere at Whittier is characterized by a low student-to-faculty ratio, with notable programs in Business Administration and Psychology among its diverse range of undergraduate majors. Admission to Whittier College is considered selective. While the college does not emphasize athletics, it fields a range of NCAA Division III sports teams known as the Poets, in recognition of alumnus and celebrated poet John Greenleaf Whittier.
In the most recent statistical year 3,014 prospective students applied, and 2,274 were granted admission. Of those admitted 249 enrolled in the school. 1,120 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 72 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2022/2023, excluding room and board, is $48,924 plus fees of $940. Whittier College is ranked 273 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2024 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
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Whittier College is rated within the top 35% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 7 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for Whittier College within the 2024 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#273 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#203 in Best Private Colleges in the U.S.
#28 in Best Colleges in California
#19 in Best Private Colleges in California
#225 in Best Value Colleges in the U.S.
#20 in Best Value Colleges in California
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 1140/1340 |
| ACT | 24/30 |
| GPA | 3.61 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | - |
| Applicant Competition | Very Low |
| Application Fee | $0 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,000 |
| Other Fees | $940 |
| Room and Board | $15,623 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $1,000 |
| Total One Year Cost | $67,487 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Social Sciences | 22% |
| Business | 17% |
| Psychology | 8% |
| Recreation, Leisure and Fitness Studies | 8% |
| Biology | 7% |
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Last updated February 24, 2024