Whittier College
Whittier, CA · Private nonprofit · Bachelor's degrees · Suburb
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About Whittier College
Whittier College is a private liberal arts college in Whittier, California, United States. Founded by Quakers in 1887, it is a federally-designated Hispanic-Serving Institution. As of fall 2025, it had 797 undergraduate and graduate students. Whittier athletic teams compete in NCAA Division III.
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81%
Acceptance
$25,757
Net price
764
Enrollment
60%
Grad rate
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Academics
Graduation & retention rates
Value
Earnings vs. cost of attendance
Career Outcomes
Graduate earnings after 10 years
Affordability
Average net price after aid
Selectivity
How hard it is to get in
Diversity
Racial & ethnic balance of students
Grades are computed from official U.S. Department of Education metrics (graduation, cost, earnings, selectivity and student diversity).
Admissions
81%
Acceptance rate
—
SAT average
26
ACT midpoint
Cost & Financial Aid
$25,757
Average net price
$51,350
In-state tuition
$51,350
Out-of-state tuition
$17,082
Room & board
$1,000
Books & supplies
$63,664
Total cost of attendance
34%
Students receiving Pell grants
54%
Students with federal loans
$24,937
Median student debt
Average net price by family income
Net price is the average annual cost after grants and scholarships for federally-aided students.
Popular Majors
After Graduation
$59,492
Median earnings (10 yrs)
$46,025
Median earnings (6 yrs)
60%
Graduation rate
66%
Retention rate
82%
Earn more than a HS grad
$25,263
Instructional spend / student
Student Body
764
Total enrollment
2%
Part-time
19
Avg. age at entry
34%
First-generation
Gender balance
Race & ethnicity
Whittier College FAQ
Is Whittier College a public or private school?
Whittier College is a private nonprofit institution located in Whittier, CA.
What is the acceptance rate at Whittier College?
Whittier College has an acceptance rate of 81%, based on the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
How much does Whittier College cost?
The average annual net price at Whittier College is $25,757 — the typical cost after grants and scholarships for federally-aided students. Published tuition is $51,350.
What is the graduation rate at Whittier College?
About 60% of students at Whittier College complete their degree, according to federal completion data.
How much do Whittier College graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, Whittier College students earn a median of $59,492 per year.
What SAT or ACT scores do you need for Whittier College?
Admitted students at Whittier College have an ACT midpoint of 26. Requirements vary, so check the school's admissions office for the latest.
How many students attend Whittier College?
Whittier College enrolls about 764 students.
Campus
Campus photo via Wikimedia Commons — Northwalker · CC0. Additional images are representative.
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