Whitman College

Getting in is the hard part. Whitman College admitted 38.1% of applicants in its most recent reported class, one of the lowest rates in the country. Realistically it is a reach for every applicant, no matter how strong.

Admitted students cluster near the top of the testing range: the middle 50% score 1310–1480 on the SAT and 29–33 on the ACT. Scores at or above that band keep you in contention, but they do not decide it.

The real question is not your odds but your move. That is where Spike comes in: it reads your profile against what Whitman College actually rewards, and tells you what to do next.

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Students have the freedom to explore interests, connect disciplines and chart their own academic path.

The academic structure encourages students to explore interests, connect disciplines, and chart their own path through a wide array of programs.

• First Year SeminarsFoundational courses, intellectual exploration
• Research at WhitmanFaculty collaboration, discovery, innovation
• Study AbroadInternational experiences, cultural immersion

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• Testingoptional (2027 cycle)

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The sticker price is about $78,092, but that is not what most families pay. After need-based aid, the average net price is $33,313.

Whitman College offers the 10% Promise, guaranteeing that tuition will never exceed 10% of your family's income, and meets the full demonstrated financial need of all students through generous need-based aid, merit, talent, and passion scholarships.

Ten years after enrolling, graduates earn a median of $67,589.

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“Grab coffee at Reid Campus Center, then head to the Penrose Library for research, before joining an Outdoor Program trip, a Tuesday here.”

You'll find a place like no other in Walla Walla, Washington, with a beautiful campus recognized as a Tree Campus USA.

Is Whitman College test-optional?

For the 2027 application cycle, standardized testing at Whitman College is optional.

How hard is it to get into Whitman College?

Very hard. Whitman College admits 38.1% of applicants, and the middle 50% of admitted students score 1310 to 1480 on the SAT. Treat it as a reach for every applicant.

How much does Whitman College cost?

The list price is about $78,092, but the average price families actually pay after aid is $33,313.

Is Whitman College worth it?

Graduates earn a median of $67,589 ten years after enrolling, and 81% graduate within six years. Value depends on your aid offer and your goals, which is exactly what Spike helps you weigh.