Whitman College
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.
About This School
Whitman College is a private nonprofit institution located in Walla Walla, Washington with approximately 1,531 undergraduate students enrolled. The school is moderately selective, accepting approximately 38% of applicants. The average net price after financial aid is $33,313 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.
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Cost & Financial Aid
Net Price by Family Income
Average annual cost after grants/scholarships, by household income. Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
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After Graduation
Earnings 6 Years After Enrollment, by Gender
Gap: 9% less for female graduates. National avg ~16%.
Will This School Pay Off?
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
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (1,531 undergraduates).
Contact & Location
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Sources & Methodology
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.
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