Whitman College Acceptance Rate & Tuition (2026)
Whitman College is a private university in Walla Walla, Washington, enrolling about 1,531 students. Admission is moderately selective for first-time degree-seeking undergraduates reporting admissions data to the Education Department. The acceptance rate is about 38.15% in the latest College Scorecard admissions data. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $67,589 among students who received federal aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $64,050
- 2024 Average Net Price: $33,313 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: 38.15% Selective
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 1,531 98.6% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 80.52%
- Carnegie Classification: Baccalaureate Colleges: Diverse Fields
- First-Generation Students: 11.7%
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition increase of 4.9% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price decrease of 0.3% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Full-Time Faculty: 87.1%
- Average SAT Score: 1410
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 1,626
- Applicants (IPEDS): 6,185
- Room & Board: $15,080 annual estimate
Whitman College: what the data shows
Common questions about Whitman College, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is Whitman College?
Whitman College is located in Walla Walla, WA (ZIP 99362).
NCES locale classification: Town.
Is Whitman College public or private?
Whitman College is a Private Non-profit institution.
How much does Whitman College cost?
Published tuition: $64,050.
Average net price after aid: $33,313.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $13,567 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $11,596 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $21,915 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $27,237 |
| $110,001+ | $47,679 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $256,200.
How hard is it to get into Whitman College?
Admission rate: 38.15%.
Among enrollees who submitted scores: average SAT 1410 and midpoint ACT 31.
Scorecard does not publish admitted-student GPA for most institutions.
How big is Whitman College?
Total enrollment: 1,531 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 1,626 students.
About 99% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at Whitman College?
150%-time completion rate: 80.52%.
First-year retention: 86.7%.
What do graduates of Whitman College earn?
Median earnings: $45,594 six years after entry; $67,589 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $18,437.
16.32% of students receive Pell grants.
What is Whitman College known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Research and Experimental Psychology, Other (37 completions)
- Biology/Biological Sciences, General (31 completions)
- Econometrics and Quantitative Economics (25 completions)
- Computer Science (17 completions)
- Biochemistry, Biophysics and Molecular Biology, Other (16 completions)
- English Language and Literature, General (14 completions)
- Anthropology, General (12 completions)
- Sociology, General (12 completions)
- Film/Cinema/Media Studies (12 completions)
- Political Science and Government, General (11 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is Whitman College a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show admission rate 38.15%; completion rate 80.52%; median earnings $67,589 at 10 years; net price $33,313. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$64,050
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at Whitman College was $64,050.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$33,313
2024 Value
In 2024 Whitman College had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $33,313.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$133,252 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$33,313 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$256,200 4-Year Tuition
$15,080 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)
$1,400 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)
$80,530 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)
$322,120 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)
4-year total cost breakdown for Whitman College.
Financial Aid by Income Level
16.32% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
53.56% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans
Financial aid distribution by income level.
Student Loan Default Rate
0.00%
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)
The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at Whitman College was 0.00%.
Cohort default rates account for borrowers who default in the first three years.
Tuition tracker
Published tuition and average net price by reporting year come from the College Scorecard institution file. Values are not adjusted for inflation; missing cells mean the field was not reported or was suppressed for Whitman College in that year.
Reporting years in the table below: 2013–2023 (Scorecard labels refer to the institutional submission cycle).
| Year | In-state tuition & fees | Out-of-state tuition & fees | Average net price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | $43,500 | $43,500 | $34,753 |
| 2014 | $44,800 | $44,800 | $29,549 |
| 2015 | $46,138 | $46,138 | $36,433 |
| 2016 | $47,862 | $47,862 | $33,482 |
| 2017 | $49,780 | $49,780 | $43,488 |
| 2018 | $52,764 | $52,764 | $32,627 |
| 2019 | $53,820 | $53,820 | $38,672 |
| 2020 | $50,408 | $50,408 | $35,894 |
| 2021 | $55,982 | $55,982 | $30,694 |
| 2022 | $58,622 | $58,622 | $35,627 |
| 2023 | $61,492 | $61,492 | $35,506 |
Sticker tuition and net price over time
Where the institution reported separate in-state and out-of-state tuition, both appear. Gaps mean the value was not reported for that year.
College Scorecard reporting-year fields (not inflation-adjusted).
Net price by family income
Brackets follow Scorecard definitions for the series shown (public vs private institution).
Latest income-band net prices available in the processed extract.
Acceptance Rate & Admissions
Acceptance Rate
38.15% Acceptance Rate
6,185 Total Applicants
3,092 Students Admitted
444 First-Time Students Enrolled
14.36% Yield (enrolled ÷ admitted)
This institution is selective, accepting about half of all applicants.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
SAT Average: 1410
ACT Average: 31
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
Estimated GPA Range: 3.7 - 3.9
Estimated Median GPA: 3.80
Note: GPA requirements are estimated based on admission selectivity and test scores. Actual requirements may vary.
Estimated GPA and test score ranges.
Enrollment & Student Demographics
Whitman College reported total enrollment of about 1,531 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 43% male and 57% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes White (56.0%), Non-Resident Alien (14.4%), and Hispanic or Latino (13.0%). About 16.32% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 11.7% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
98.6% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at Whitman College in 2024 is 1,531 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 1,626 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
86.7%
2024 Retention Rate
Retention rate measures the number of first-time students who began their studies the previous fall and returned to school the following fall.
Retention rate over time compared to similar institutions.
Enrollment by Race & Ethnicity
The largest enrollment share in our College Scorecard extract is White at 56.0%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
60.09% 100% Completion Time
80.52% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 60.09% of students graduating from Whitman College completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
Completions by Sex (Top Programs)
- Research and Experimental Psychology, Other: 16% male / 84% female
- Biology/Biological Sciences, General: 23% male / 77% female
- Econometrics and Quantitative Economics: 44% male / 56% female
IPEDS completions by sex for the five largest programs (aggregate CIPs excluded).
Completions by Race & Ethnicity
Combined IPEDS award counts across reported programs; largest group: White.
Summed across program completion records in our extract.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for Whitman College.
Return on Investment
$18,437 Median Student Debt
$67,589 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
27.28% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
407.23% Return on Investment
2.7 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for Whitman College.
Top Programs by Completions
10 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 49 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. Research and Experimental Psychology, Other: 37 completions
2. Biology/Biological Sciences, General: 31 completions
3. Econometrics and Quantitative Economics: 25 completions
4. Computer Science: 17 completions
5. Biochemistry, Biophysics and Molecular Biology, Other: 16 completions
6. English Language and Literature, General: 14 completions
7. Anthropology, General: 12 completions
8. Sociology, General: 12 completions
9. Film/Cinema/Media Studies: 12 completions
Most popular programs at Whitman College.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for Whitman College graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for Whitman College from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Full-time faculty share: 87.1%
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $10,628
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $23,597
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
Whitman College is a private non-profit institution located in Walla Walla, WA, classified as Baccalaureate Colleges: Diverse Fields. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were Research and Experimental Psychology, Other, Biology/Biological Sciences, General, Econometrics and Quantitative Economics. Enrollment is approximately 1,531 students. Student body composition includes White (56.0%), Non-Resident Alien (14.4%), Hispanic or Latino (13.0%). It is selective, with an admission rate of 38.15%. Average SAT scores for admitted students are 1410. The 150%-time completion rate is 80.52%. Approximately 16.32% of students receive Pell Grants. About 11.7% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Private Non-profit
Carnegie Classification: Baccalaureate Colleges: Diverse Fields
Location
Walla Walla, WA 99362
Region: Far West
Insights and Analysis
Exceptional Graduation Rate: With a 80.52% graduation rate, Whitman College demonstrates strong student retention and completion. This rate significantly exceeds the national average, indicating effective academic support and student services.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Whitman College located?
Whitman College is located in Walla Walla, WA.
What is Whitman College's acceptance rate?
The acceptance rate at Whitman College is 38.1% among first-time degree-seeking students reporting admissions data. IPEDS reports 6,185 applicants and 3,092 admits in the latest admissions cycle in our extract.
How much does Whitman College cost?
Reported tuition is $64,050 and average net price is $33,313 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $15,080 annually.
What is the student body demographics at Whitman College?
Whitman College reports undergraduate enrollment of about 1,626 students, White (56.0%), Non-Resident Alien (14.4%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend Whitman College?
About 11.7% of students at Whitman College are first-generation college students.
What test scores do students need for Whitman College?
Among enrolled students who submitted scores, Whitman College reports midpoint SAT about 1410 and midpoint ACT about 31.
What do graduates of Whitman College earn?
Median earnings are $45,594 six years after entry and $67,589 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at Whitman College?
The 150%-time completion rate is 80.5% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do Whitman College students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $18,437.
Is Whitman College public or private?
Whitman College is a private nonprofit institution located in Walla Walla, WA.
Is Whitman College an HBCU?
No. Whitman College is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is Whitman College a tribal college?
No. Whitman College is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Data Sources
This page uses data from the following sources:
- College Scorecard - U.S. Department of Education
- Institutional characteristics, costs, completion rates, and earnings data
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: collegescorecard.ed.gov
- Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)
- Employment and wage data by occupation
- Latest data: May 2024
- Source: bls.gov/oes
- O*NET Online - U.S. Department of Labor
- Occupational skills, knowledge, abilities, and work activities
- Database version: 28.0 (August 2023)
- Source: onetcenter.org
- IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System) - National Center for Education Statistics
- Institutional data, completions, enrollment, and financial aid
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: nces.ed.gov/ipeds
- Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS)
- Demographic and workforce data
- Latest data: 2023 ACS 5-Year Estimates
- Source: census.gov/acs
- Related geography & profiles
- Washington college costs
- Washington colleges by ROI
- Far West regional profile
- All state profiles
- Regional profiles
- National benchmarks
- School directory
- All schools in Washington
Data Processing: All data has been processed, cleaned, and aggregated for presentation. Where specific data points are unavailable, estimates are based on available data and clearly marked.
Last Updated: Data reflects the most recent available information as of January 2025.
Methodology
Data for this profile is sourced from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard dataset, which provides comprehensive information on institutions of higher education in the United States.
All financial figures are adjusted for inflation and represent the most recent available data. Graduation rates and completion times are calculated according to federal standards.