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Private nonprofit, 4-Year
College Place, WA

Walla Walla University

Explore one of the most distinguished institutions in WA. Your pathway to a brighter future begins here.

Annual Tuition

$33,027

Average Sticker Price

Admission Rate

N/A

Selectivity Level

Graduation Rate

63.4%

Completion Success

Median Earnings

$61,885

10y Career Outlook

About Institution

Walla Walla University is a distinguished Private nonprofit, 4-Year institution located in College Place, WA. With a competitive tuition profile of $33,027, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 63.4% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.

Investment Return

Estimated College ROI Analysis

Total 4-Year Cost

$132,108

Based on sticker tuition

Estimated Payback

4.1 yrs

Time to recoup investment

Annual Earnings Boost

+$31,885

vs. $30k HS diploma baseline

10-Year Net Gain

+$186,742

Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost

20-Year Net Gain

+$505,592

Long-term projected return on your education investment

ROI estimates use the BLS national median of $30,000/yr for high school diploma holders as a baseline. Actual results vary based on major, career path, location, and individual circumstances. Median graduate debt at Walla Walla University is $26,842.

Student Community

Gender Balance

Women
Men
48.2%
51.8%
FemininityMasculinity

Ethnic Diversity

White
47.9%
Hispanic
23.4%
Two or more
9.5%
International
8.1%
Asian
5.5%
Black
3.5%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
1.0%
Unknown
1.0%
American Indian / Alaska Native
0.2%

Security Audit

Safety Rating: 3-Year Aggregate

Incidents

0

Burglary

0

Theft

0

Assault

0

Robbery

0

Rape

0

Arson

0

Murder

0

Financial Outlook

Total Sticker Price

$33,027

Estimated cost before aid.

Net Price By Income

$0 - $30k$17,833
$30k - $48k$17,578
$48k - $75k$21,728
$75k+$25,322

Debt & Financial Aid

Median Debt (grads)$26,842
Pell Grant Recipients25.1%
Using Federal Loans48.5%
Historical 3yr Loan Repayment71.9%

Repayment measured in 2016–17; this federal measure was discontinued.

* Most students receive significant grants and scholarships, reducing the actual cost. Grant data from IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey.

Quick Overview

Faculty Ratio

N/A

Retention

84.5%

Success

63.4%

In-State Cost

$33,027

Age 25+ Students

5.5%

Carnegie Class

Master's: Smaller

Working at 6yr

439 students

Security Benchmark

Campus vs. City Comparison (Per 100k)

Violent Offenses

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
College Place (City-wide)0.0

Property Crimes

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
College Place (City-wide)0.0

Stats sourced from institutional reports and municipal data. These rates provide a standardized baseline for comparing safety across different environments.