Whitman College
Walla Walla, WA | whitman.edu
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.
Representatives
Veronica Ortiz
she/her/hers
Senior Associate Director of Admission
(509) 524-2096
ortizv@whitman.edu
Based in Los Angeles, CA
Details
Institution Type
Private
Campus Setting
Rural
Closest Airport (Distance)
ALW (3 mi)
Enrollment (Undergrad)
1,500
Average Class Size
17
Student-to-Faculty Ratio
9:1
Student Population
(Out of State / Diverse / Intl)
68% / 32% / 16%
Athletics Division
Division III
Athletics League
NA
Mid-Range or Average ACT / SAT
32 / 680
Mid-Range or Average GPA
3.75
GPA Consideration (W or UW)
Admission: University Recalculated
Scholarships: University Recalculated
Applications / Admits (Admit Rate)
6,200 / 3,500 (50%)
Deposits
477
Applications Accepted
Common App
Coalition App
Application Information
Test Optional? Yes
Demonstrated Interest? No
Rolling Admission? No
Admission Interview? Required
Need-blind Admission? No
WUE Tuition Exchange? No
CA Specific Scholarships? No
Freshman App Deadlines
Early Decision I: November 15th
Early Decision II: January 10th
Regular Decision: January 15th
Transfer App Deadline
Fall: March 1
Spring: November 1
Merit-Based Scholarship Consideration is Evaluated From
The Admission Application
Merit-Based Scholarship Deadline for Freshmen
NA
Merit-Based Scholarship Deadline for Transfers
NA
Link to Scholarship Info
whitman.edu/admission-and-aid/financial-aid-and-costs/merit-and-talent-awards
Points of Pride
Location: An award-winning downtown with boutique shops and gourmet restaurants; world-class outdoors experiences in our backyard; and a mild climate with ample sunshine. Walla Walla, Washington, has it all. Our close-knit, caring community provides the perfect environment in which to live and learn.
$42+ Million in financial aid & scholarships offered annually.
1:1 Student to Tree Ratio