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Walla Walla, Washington

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Your chances of getting into Whitman College

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Percent Admitted 

47.7%
Admission Difficulty for Whitman College
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Applicant Competition Average 

Acceptance Rate

The acceptance rate at Whitman College is 47.7%.  Its admission rate is the 2nd lowest in Washington.

Admission Selectivity

How hard is it to get into Whitman College and can you get accepted?

Whitman College is a more competitive school to get into. You have a good chance of acceptance if you meet the admission criteria. Last year, 2,622 out of the 5,497 who applied were admitted.

Whitman College typically accepts and attracts "B+" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.68. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top quarter of their high school class. 13% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school.

Can you get into Whitman College?

48% are accepted, can you get in? Use the admission calculator to see if you have the grades and test scores needed to get in. See your admission chances based on your extracurriculars, intended major, background, and more.

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Admission Requirements in Brief

To have the best chance of getting into to Whitman College you should:

  • Have a high school GPA of 3.68 or better
  • Earn B+ grades in high school
  • Score 1380 on the SAT
  • Score 31 on the ACT
  • Graduate in the top 25% of your high school class

Whitman College GPA

GPA Requirements & Average GPA

Avg. High School GPA 

3.68

Typical High School Grades 

B+

What GPA do you need to get into Whitman College?

GPA Requirements

The GPA requirements for getting into Whitman College are to have around a 3.68 high school GPA. You are required to have very good grades in high school.

Even with a competitive GPA, admission to Whitman College will be challenging as the school denies more applicants than it admits.

Average GPA

The average unweighted GPA at Whitman College is 3.68 on the 4.0 scale. To achieve the average GPA for admission, you need to earn B+ letter grades and regularly score around 87-89 percent on tests and assignments in high school.  The school ranks #4 in Washington for highest average GPA.

Importance of GPA

Since Whitman College is a test optional college, extra focus will be placed on your GPA when the school considers your application. As a result, it is very important that you meet the GPA requirements.

See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 3.7 GPA range.

Competitiveness by GPA Ranges

The table below outlines the number of admitted freshmen by GPA range as well as how competitive your GPA will be as compared with other applicants.

High School GPA's for admitted Whitman College students
High School GPA Freshmen Within Range Competitiveness 
4.0 10.9% Good
3.75 to 3.99 41.3% Avg
3.50 to 3.74 26.2% Avg -
3.25 to 3.49 10.9% Reach
3.00 to 3.24 6.0% Reach
2.50 to 2.99 4.4% Reach
2.00 to 2.49 0.3% Low
1.00 to 1.99 0% Low
less than 1.00 0% Low

 What do these chances mean?

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2022

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Whitman College SAT Scores

Testing Requirements

Submission of SAT or ACT scores is not required for admission to Whitman College. If you optionally submit test scores, they will be considered with your application, but they are not mandatory. 14% of students submitted SAT scores and 15% submitted ACT scores for admission for the most recent academic year..

SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score

SAT Range 

1293-1473

Applicants Submitting SAT 

14%
SAT Scores for Whitman College
SAT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile 645
Math 25th Percentile 648
Composite 25th Percentile 1293
SAT Scores for Whitman College
SAT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile 740
Math 75th Percentile 733
Composite 75th Percentile 1473
Average SAT Score 1380

SAT Scores you need to get in

What are the SAT requirements for you to be admitted to Whitman College?

Average Score & Range

The average SAT score at Whitman College is 1380 out of 1600 and the range for the middle 50% of accepted students is 1293-1473. Students who get into Whitman College score in the top 100 percent of all SAT test takers..  Whitman College ranks #1 in the state of Washington and #109 in the nation for highest average SAT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

You should target scoring 1380 or above to be most competitive with other applicants. Whitman College regularly admits students with SAT scores down to 1293 on a 1600 scale. However, three quarter of admitted students score higher. If you score below a 1293, admission should be considered a reach. Some students may be accepted with minimum SAT's as low as 1210, but scores this low are outside the normal range.

Score Submission Requirements

Whitman College is a test optional school meaning do not have to submit SAT scores with your application. The position on SAT scores from the college is "not required for admission, but considered if submitted (test optional)".

View other colleges which accept students in the 1380 SAT score range.

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Chance of Acceptance by SAT Score

The table below outlines your predicted admission chances based on SAT score alone. If you are an average applicant with a score of 1383, you have around a 48% chance of being admitted. A 1473 places you well ahead of most other applicants and gives you about a 64% chance of getting in.

Whitman College admission chances by SAT score
SAT Score (1600 scale) Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
1473 and Above Good >64%
1383 to 1473 Avg + 48%-64%
1293 to 1383 Avg - 33%-48%
1203 to 1293 Reach 20%-33%
Less than 1203 Low <20%
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Whitman College ACT Scores

ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score

ACT Range 

30-33 

Applicants Submitting ACT 

15%
ACT Scores for Whitman College
ACT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile 33
Math 25th Percentile 28
Composite 25th Percentile 30
ACT Scores for Whitman College
ACT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile 35
Math 75th Percentile 33
Composite 75th Percentile 33
Average ACT Score 31

ACT Scores needed to get accepted

What are the ACT requirements for students to get into Whitman College?

Score Range

The average ACT score for admitted students to Whitman College is 31, while the middle 50% of students (25th to 75th percentile) score between a 30 and 33.  The school ranks #1 in Washington and #112 in the U.S. for highest average ACT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

For the best chance of admission, you should have an ACT of 31. This will place you in solid competition against other applicants. At a minimum, you should aim for a 30 and score in the score in the top 7 percent nationally. The lowest ACT score likely to be admitted is a 28.

15 percent of applicants submit ACT scores to Whitman College.

Score Submission Requirements

You do not have to to submit ACT scores with your application as Whitman College is test optional. The policy from the school on ACT scores is "not required for admission, but considered if submitted (test optional)".

Find other colleges with similar ACT score requirements

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Chance of Acceptance by ACT Score

Here are your predicted chances of getting into Whitman College for different ACT score ranges. A typical applicant with a 31 score has around 48% chance of getting in. Your odds increase to about 68% with a 33 ACT score.

Whitman College admission chances by ACT score
ACT Score Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
33 and Above Good >68%
31 to 33 Avg + 48%-68%
30 to 31 Avg - 38%-48%
29 to 30 Reach 28%-38%
Less than 29 Low <28%
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High School Class Rank

75% of Whitman College freshman are in the top twenty five percent of their high school graduating class and 43% are in the top ten percent.

High School Class Rank for admitted Whitman College students
High School Class Rank Freshmen Within Range
Top 10% of class 43%
Top 25% of class 75%
Top 50% of class 97%
Data Source, Peterson's Data

Applying

Admission Statistics

Admission and enrollment rates by gender are detailed the the table below.

Whitman College admission statistics
Women Men Total
Applied 3,253 2,244 5,497
Accepted 1,656 966 2,622
Acceptance Rate 51% 43% 48%
Enrolled 196 140 336
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) 12% 14% 13%
Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Fall 2025 Application Deadline

Applications Due

Jan 15, 2025

Days left to Apply

21

Applicants have 21 days left until the Fall 2025 term applications are due on Jan 15, 2025.

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to Whitman College is $50.

Application Requirements

What are the requirements for admission to Whitman College and what student information is used for admission decisions?

Whitman College Application Requirements
Test Scores Not required for admission, but considered if submitted (Test Optional)
High School GPA Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
High School Class Rank Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
Completion of College Preparatory Program Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
Recommendations Required to be considered for admission
Demonstration of Competencies Not required for admission, but considered if submitted

Credits Accepted

High School Credits Accepted at Whitman College
AP Credit Yes
Dual Credit Yes
Credit for Life Experiences No

Admission Requirements Summary

Because Whitman College is fairly competitive, you have a decent chance of acceptance with the right GPA and test scores. If you have a 3.68 GPA, you have a good shot at getting in. An SAT score of 1380 will further improve your application. If you can get a 1473 on the SAT you will have a very good chance on getting in. Additionally a 31 on the ACT places you in a strong position.

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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=237057 IPEDS survey data for Whitman College.

Last updated February 24, 2024