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Location:
Walla Walla, WA
Control:
Private Non-Profit
In-State Tuition:
$36,940
Out-of-State Tuition:
$36,940
Room & Board:
$9,720
Average Financial Aid:
$23,463
Full-Time Undergrads:
1,483
Part-Time Undergrads:
32
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School Website:
www.whitman.edu
Admissions Website:
www.whitman.edu/admission
Financial Aid Website:
www.whitman.edu/content/financial_aid
Application Deadline:
January 15
Acceptance Rate:
47 %
Admission Difficulty:
Average
Average SAT Scores:
1830–2140
Average ACT Scores:
27–31

Best Things

  • The friendly, laid-back student body
  • Great, caring, intelligent professors
  • Availability and range of campus events
  • 24-hour libraries and health center
  • More best things . . .

Worst Things

  • Small-school gossip and students’ ignorance about the real world
  • Students’ hatred of Walla Walla, and the subsequent town-gown tension
  • Greek vs. indie debate
  • Excessive alcohol use
  • More worst things . . .

Most Popular Majors

  • Social Sciences & Liberal Arts
  • Languages and Literature
  • International Studies and Government
  • Political Science and Government
  • More majors . . .
Tags: Traditional Colleges and Universities, Tuition: $30K-40K, Student Body: 1000-5000, Washington, Town, Bachelor's (4-year)

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Though Whitman has had its ups and downs, overall, most students have absolutely loved it and feel there is no possible college better for them. Many warn that it does take some adjusting (especially with Walla Walla being less metropolitan than what some are used to), but of course, that’s a large part of what college itself is, no matter where you are. At Whitman, it’s challenging to adjust to the environment; if you find something drastically contrasting to what you’re accustomed to before college, perhaps more so than it would be at other schools closer to larger cities. In general, most students have found they need to make a larger adjustment of some kind to Whitman’s environment, but most have loved their experiences once they found a comfortable niche.

Many seniors find it difficult to leave Whitman because of the bonds they create with people there, be it with students or professors. Whitman also has a very strong and supportive network of alumni, which is indicative of the bond many people have with Whitman. Several students feel they’ve grown in many positive ways by being put through the challenges of Whitman, and all in all, wouldn’t change their experiences there for the world. It’s said to be a unique and special place, unlike any environment most students have ever been in, and many think it will be difficult to leave when graduation comes. The people really make the school, and are some of the most thoughtful, well-spoken, humorous, and genuine people you’ll find anywhere.

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Overall Experience at Whitman College

jelysef

'13

Sociology

4.6
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I Made the Right Choice

I love Whitman. Seriously, this school is awesome. I was completely thrown off when I visited because it was not at all what I expected. I didn't really have that "this is the place" feeling during any of the my college tours, and while I can't say for sure that's how I felt when I visited Whitman, I immediately felt comfortable and at home. And that feeling has continued. I came to Whitman in January, after the freshmen all had a semester to get acclimated, and I was worried it was going to be hard for me to fit in and make friends. I was completely wrong. This is an incredibly friendly campus. You feel like you know everyone and anywhere you go you know people or meet people. I'm in my junior year and am continually meeting awesome people that I'm surprised I never met before. Whenever I'm in a bad mood, simply walking across campus with the overwhelming amount of smiles, hi's, and friend waves can cheer me up in a second. I'm so happy I made the right choice to come here.

Jan 30, 2012

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Athletics at Whitman College

jelysef

'13

Sociology

4.2
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A Great Variety

Although Whitman isn't known for its athletics, we have a great variety of sports and ways to be a part of athletics. We are D III and don't have a football team, so we don't tend to have the big school fanaticism around athletics. But our soccer, basketball, volleyball, swim, and tennis teams are incredible. Home games are definitely fun to go to and many of the teams are consistent conference champions. Other than varsity, we have a great variety of club teams (rugby, lacrosse, skiing, ultimate frisbee, cycling, volleyball, tennis,...). My favorite part of Whitman athletics is intramural sports. Something like 70% of Whitman students play IM sports. IM sports run year round and there's something for everyone. I play flag football, soccer, and ultimate frisbee. We also have basketball, softball, volleyball, tennis, dodgeball, and mini-golf.

Jan 29, 2012

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Off-Campus Dining at Whitman College

jelysef

'13

Sociology

3.8
B+

Suprisingly Good

Walla Walla is a pretty small town, but the options to eat off campus are great overall. The Walla Walla valley is known for it's wine (think of the Napa of Washington state), making downtown dining a highlight. The variety isn't impressive and some restaurants are pricey. However, the restaurants that are good are very good. My parents love coming to visit me because of the really great restaurants in Walla Walla (plus the wine!). Besides fast food, there is very little available late at night.

Jan 29, 2012

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