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Private nonprofit, 4-Year
Walla Walla, WA

Whitman College

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

Annual Tuition

$61,492

Average Sticker Price

Admission Rate

50.0%

Selectivity Level

Graduation Rate

85.8%

Completion Success

Median Earnings

$67,589

10y Career Outlook

About Institution

Whitman College is a distinguished Private nonprofit, 4-Year institution located in Walla Walla, WA. With a competitive tuition profile of $61,492, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 85.8% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.

Admissions Intel

SAT Score Range

Reading & Writing650 – 740
20025th–75th percentile800
Math620 – 740
20025th–75th percentile800

ACT Score Range

Composite27 – 33
125th–75th percentile36

Acceptance Rate

50.0%

Transfer-Out Rate12.8%

Investment Return

Estimated College ROI Analysis

Total 4-Year Cost

$245,968

Based on sticker tuition

Estimated Payback

6.5 yrs

Time to recoup investment

Annual Earnings Boost

+$37,589

vs. $30k HS diploma baseline

10-Year Net Gain

+$129,922

Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost

20-Year Net Gain

+$505,812

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 Whitman College is $18,437.

Student Community

Gender Balance

Women
Men
56.9%
43.1%
FemininityMasculinity

Ethnic Diversity

White
58.0%
International
14.0%
Hispanic
11.7%
Two or more
6.2%
Asian
5.5%
Black
2.9%
Unknown
1.6%
American Indian / Alaska Native
0.2%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
0.0%

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

$61,492

Estimated cost before aid.

Net Price By Income

$0 - $30k$19,307
$30k - $48k$19,724
$48k - $75k$28,426
$75k+$27,829

Debt & Financial Aid

Median Debt (grads)$18,437
Pell Grant Recipients14.7%
Using Federal Loans36.4%
Historical 3yr Loan Repayment93.0%

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

88.7%

Success

85.8%

In-State Cost

$61,492

Age 25+ Students

1.6%

Carnegie Class

Baccalaureate: Arts & Sciences

Working at 6yr

236 students

Security Benchmark

Campus vs. City Comparison (Per 100k)

Violent Offenses

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

Property Crimes

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

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

Living In Walla Walla

Off-Campus Market Estimator

Current Fair Market Rents
🏠

Studio

$986

Monthly Average

🏢

1 Bedroom

$1,107

Monthly Average

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2 Bedrooms

$1,454

Monthly Average

🏢

3 Bedrooms

$

Monthly Average

Data provided by HUD Fair Market Rent (FMR). These estimates assist with financial planning for off-campus housing in the Walla Walla metropolitan area.