WHITTIER COLLEGE

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Whittier College

School Overview

The school's main campus is located at the edge of a large city (in Whittier, CA). The maximum program length is more than 4 years. The highest degree offered by the school is the Master's (and professional) degree.

Contacting the School

13406 E Philadelphia St
Whittier, CA 90608
Main Phone: (562) 907-4200
Web Site: www.whittier.edu

Student Body Size and Diversity

In Fall 2002, the school had 1,886 (full-time equivalent) students. 97.4% of students attend full-time, while 2.6% attend part-time. In Fall 2002, 118 male students and 190 female students enrolled as first-time students (freshmen, typically). Male students comprised 38.3% of the student body, while females made up 61.7%.

Minority enrollment included African-American (5)%, Hispanic (22)%, Asian (12)%, and Native American (1)%.

The school is a Hispanic Serving Institution, for federal financial aid purposes.

School Selectivity


In the class starting in 2002, 75.8% of applicants were admitted.

Verbal SAT:
Three quarters of students scored at least 490. One quarter of students scored at least 590.

Math SAT:
On the Math SAT, 75% of students scored 490 or higher. One fourth of students scored 600 or higher.

Degree Levels

Degree Programs

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Business And Management

EducationEnglish Language And LiteratureEnvironmental ConservationHistory And Social SciencesHumanities And Liberal ArtsLaw School And LegalLife SciencesLiterature And LanguageMathematicsPerforming And Visual ArtsPhilosophy And ReligionPhysical SciencesPsychologyPublic Administration And Public Service

School Accreditation

Whittier College reports that it is nationally accredited. Accreditation is by an agency recognized by the US Dept. of Education.

Whittier College is accredited regionally by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges, Accrediting Commission for Senior Colleges and Universities (WASCSR).

Athletics, Including Athletic Scholarships & Financial Aid

Whittier College belongs to the following athletic conferences:

The school offers financial aid to athletes for football, basketball, baseball, and track & field.

Special Student Services

Academic Services

Financial Flexibility

Cost of Attending

In-State, Living On Campus:$ 31,834
In-State, Living With Family:$ 26,578
Out of State, Living On Campus:$ 31,834

Admission Requirements

The school does not offer open admission; requirements include:

Required:Neither Required Nor Recommended:

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