Walla Walla University Acceptance Rate & Tuition (2026)
Walla Walla University is a private research university in College Place, Washington, enrolling about 1,252 students. Walla Walla University awards degrees and certificates tracked in federal College Scorecard and IPEDS reporting. Published tuition for full-time study is about $34,227 per year before aid; net price varies by family income. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $61,885 among students who received federal aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $34,227
- 2024 Average Net Price: $23,329 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: N/A Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 1,252 96.8% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 59.90%
- Carnegie Classification: Baccalaureate Colleges: Arts & Sciences Focus
- First-Generation Students: 16.6%
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition increase of 4.0% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price increase of 2.6% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Full-Time Faculty: 100.0%
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 1,454
- Room & Board: $10,833 annual estimate
Walla Walla University: what the data shows
Common questions about Walla Walla University, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is Walla Walla University?
Walla Walla University is located in College Place, WA (ZIP 99324-1198).
NCES locale classification: Rural remote.
Is Walla Walla University public or private?
Walla Walla University is a Private Non-profit institution.
How much does Walla Walla University cost?
Published tuition: $34,227.
Average net price after aid: $23,329.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $18,675 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $20,079 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $20,776 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $24,081 |
| $110,001+ | $28,760 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $136,908.
How big is Walla Walla University?
Total enrollment: 1,252 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 1,454 students.
Graduate enrollment: 113 students.
About 97% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at Walla Walla University?
150%-time completion rate: 59.90%.
First-year retention: 84.9%.
What do graduates of Walla Walla University earn?
Median earnings: $52,840 six years after entry; $61,885 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $26,842.
25.98% of students receive Pell grants.
What is Walla Walla University known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Social Work (82 completions)
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse (48 completions)
- Biology/Biological Sciences, General (25 completions)
- Business/Commerce, General (23 completions)
- Psychology, General (16 completions)
- Exercise Science and Kinesiology (12 completions)
- Mechanical Engineering (11 completions)
- Industrial and Product Design (10 completions)
- Elementary Education and Teaching (9 completions)
- Mathematics, General (9 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is Walla Walla University a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show completion rate 59.90%; median earnings $61,885 at 10 years; net price $23,329. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$34,227
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at Walla Walla University was $34,227.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$23,329
2024 Value
In 2024 Walla Walla University had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $23,329.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$93,316 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$23,329 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$136,908 4-Year Tuition
$10,833 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)
$765 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)
$45,825 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)
$183,300 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)
4-year total cost breakdown for Walla Walla University.
Financial Aid by Income Level
25.98% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
47.15% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans
Financial aid distribution by income level.
Student Loan Default Rate
0.20%
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)
The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at Walla Walla University was 0.20%.
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 Walla Walla University 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 | $25,377 | $25,377 | $21,947 |
| 2014 | $25,866 | $25,866 | $23,107 |
| 2015 | $26,382 | $26,382 | $23,198 |
| 2016 | $26,982 | $26,982 | $21,729 |
| 2017 | $27,495 | $27,495 | $23,106 |
| 2018 | $28,035 | $28,035 | $21,798 |
| 2019 | $28,881 | $28,881 | $20,571 |
| 2020 | $29,931 | $29,931 | $22,823 |
| 2021 | $30,531 | $30,531 | $23,216 |
| 2022 | $31,758 | $31,758 | $23,376 |
| 2023 | $33,027 | $33,027 | $23,992 |
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
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
Test score data is not available for this institution.
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
GPA requirements are not published by this institution. Contact the admissions office for specific academic requirements.
Estimated GPA and test score ranges.
Enrollment & Student Demographics
Walla Walla University reported total enrollment of about 1,252 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 52% male and 48% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes White (45.9%), Hispanic or Latino (23.3%), and Non-Resident Alien (10.1%). About 25.98% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 16.6% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
96.8% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at Walla Walla University in 2024 is 1,252 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 1,454 students. Graduate enrollment is about 113 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
84.9%
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 45.9%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
31.59% 100% Completion Time
59.90% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 31.59% of students graduating from Walla Walla University completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
Completions by Sex (Top Programs)
- Social Work: 21% male / 79% female
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse: 29% male / 71% female
- Biology/Biological Sciences, General: 40% male / 60% 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 Walla Walla University.
Return on Investment
$26,842 Median Student Debt
$61,885 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
43.37% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
563.18% Return on Investment
4.3 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for Walla Walla University.
Top Programs by Completions
10 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 60 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. Social Work: 82 completions
2. Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse: 48 completions
3. Biology/Biological Sciences, General: 25 completions
4. Business/Commerce, General: 23 completions
5. Psychology, General: 16 completions
6. Exercise Science and Kinesiology: 12 completions
7. Mechanical Engineering: 11 completions
8. Industrial and Product Design: 10 completions
9. Elementary Education and Teaching: 9 completions
Most popular programs at Walla Walla University.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for Walla Walla University graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for Walla Walla University from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Full-time faculty share: 100.0%
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $7,406
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $14,372
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
Walla Walla University is a private non-profit institution located in College Place, WA, classified as Baccalaureate Colleges: Arts & Sciences Focus. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were Social Work, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Biology/Biological Sciences, General. Enrollment is approximately 1,252 students. Student body composition includes White (45.9%), Hispanic or Latino (23.3%), Non-Resident Alien (10.1%). The 150%-time completion rate is 59.90%. Approximately 25.98% of students receive Pell Grants. About 16.6% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Private Non-profit
Carnegie Classification: Baccalaureate Colleges: Arts & Sciences Focus
Location
College Place, WA 99324-1198
Region: Far West
Insights and Analysis
Diverse Program Offerings: With over 60 distinct degree programs, Walla Walla University provides students with a wide range of academic options. This diversity allows students to explore various fields and find programs that align with their interests and career goals.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Walla Walla University located?
Walla Walla University is located in College Place, WA.
How much does Walla Walla University cost?
Reported tuition is $34,227 and average net price is $23,329 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $10,833 annually.
What is the student body demographics at Walla Walla University?
Walla Walla University reports undergraduate enrollment of about 1,454 students, White (45.9%), Hispanic or Latino (23.3%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend Walla Walla University?
About 16.6% of students at Walla Walla University are first-generation college students.
What do graduates of Walla Walla University earn?
Median earnings are $52,840 six years after entry and $61,885 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at Walla Walla University?
The 150%-time completion rate is 59.9% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do Walla Walla University students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $26,842.
Is Walla Walla University public or private?
Walla Walla University is a private nonprofit institution located in College Place, WA.
Is Walla Walla University an HBCU?
No. Walla Walla University is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is Walla Walla University a tribal college?
No. Walla Walla University is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Is Walla Walla University a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI)?
Using a 25% Hispanic enrollment threshold on College Scorecard demographics, Walla Walla University does not meet that proxy (reported share 23.3%).
Is Walla Walla University religiously affiliated?
Yes. IPEDS reports a religious affiliation for Walla Walla University: Seventh Day Adventist.
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.