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Whitman College

Walla Walla, WA·Private nonprofit·1,523 students
Last updated: March 22, 2026

A good fit for students who want small classes and close faculty access. no major red flags in the data. solid earnings of $59,400 within 10 years; strong 81% graduation rate.

50%
Accept
1,523
Students
$35,506
Net Price
81%
Grad Rate
$59,400
Earnings
10 yr
$12,000
Debt

About This School

Whitman College is a private nonprofit institution located in Walla Walla, Washington with approximately 1,523 undergraduate students enrolled. Whitman College has an open or accessible admissions process, with an acceptance rate of 50%. The average net price after financial aid is $35,506 per year. The graduation rate is 81%, and the typical graduate earns $59,400 within 10 years of enrollment.

Whitman College is a private liberal arts college in Walla Walla, Washington. The school offers 53 majors and 33 minors in the liberal arts, and it has a student-to-faculty ratio of 9:1.

This is a strong option for students who want a true small-college experience — a 9:1 student-to-faculty ratio and just 1,523 undergrads means you'll actually get to know your professors. The financial picture is relatively healthy: median debt at graduation is only $12,000, which is well below average, though the $35,506 annual net price still requires careful planning. The 81% graduation rate and $59,400 median earnings 10 years out are solid but not exceptional, so if you're aiming for a high-earning career path, make sure the specific programs you're eyeing align with your goals.

Founded
1859
Setting
Small city

Popular Programs

Social Sciences21%
Biological Sciences15%
Psychology14%
Visual & Performing Arts10%
Physical Sciences8%
English7%
Computer Science6%
Mathematics5%

Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.

Notable Alumni

Walter Houser BrattainAdam WestDirk BenedictDorothy M. Metcalf-LindenburgerKeiko AgenaWilliam O. DouglasMara AbbottMorten LauridsenOtto HarbachHolly BrooksTorey HaydenRyan Crocker

Source: Wikidata. Used for context only.

Admissions

SAT Scores

Average Composite1365
Reading 75th %ile740
Math 75th %ile740

ACT Scores

Midpoint Composite31

Cost & Financial Aid

In-State Tuition
$61,492
Out-of-State Tuition
$61,492
Avg Net Price
$35,506
after aid

Financial Aid

Students receiving Pell Grants15%
Median debt at graduation$12,000

Full Cost

After Graduation

Graduation Rate
81%
within 6 years
Retention Rate
89%
freshmen returning
Earnings (10 yr)
$59,400
after enrollment
Median Debt
$12,000
at graduation

Will This School Pay Off?

Median Debt
$12,000
at graduation
Earnings (6 yr)
$36,300
after enrollment
Earnings (10 yr)
$59,400
after enrollment
Earnings-to-Debt Ratio: 5.0x

Strong return. Graduates earn well above their debt load.

Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. These are means across all graduates, not specific to any major.

Student Body

White58%
Black3%
Hispanic/Latino12%
Asian5%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (1,523 undergraduates).

Contact & Location

Address

Whitman College

345 Boyer Ave

Walla Walla, WA 99362

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Sources & Methodology

Data

Primary data source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Accessed via automated sync. Latest values may come from different reporting years depending on the metric.

Contextual Enrichment

School overview from Wikipedia. Used for context only, not as a primary data source for admissions, cost, or outcomes claims.

Important Caveats
  • Earnings figures are institution-level averages, not major-specific.
  • Some metrics are based on Title IV financial aid recipients only.
  • Some values may be privacy-suppressed or rolled up by the Department of Education.
  • Contact the school directly for current admissions requirements and costs.
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