Whittier College Ranking & Review 2023

Name	Whittier College
Acronym	WC
Founded	1887
Motto	Lux, Poesis, Veritas, Pax, Amor Eruditionis Light, Poetry, Truth, Peace and Love of Knowledge
Colours	Purple and gold
Mascot	Johnny Poet

Address	13406 E Philadelphia Street Whittier 90602 California United States
	Location Map and Satellite View
	+1 (562) 907 4200
	+1 (562) 698 4067

Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.

Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

The following Whittier College's Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Whittier College's academic range and degree level offering.

Whittier College: Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix
	PreBach degrees	Bachelor degrees	Master degrees	Doctoral degrees

Arts & Humanities A&H
Language & Cultural L&C
Business & Social Sciences B&S
Medicine & Health M&H
Science & Technology S&T
Engineering Eng

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Programs and Courses

Courses and Programs

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Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.

Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Whittier College's Tuition Fees Range Matrix is divided into 2 types of students, local and international students, and 2 degree levels, undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, and aims to help students to have an approximate idea of the yearly tuition range they might expect to pay at Whittier College.

Whittier College: Tuition Fees Range Matrix
	Undergraduate	Postgraduate
Local students	45,000-49,999 US$ (41,010-45,570 Euro)	12,500-14,999 US$ (11,390-13,670 Euro)
International students	45,000-49,999 US$ (41,010-45,570 Euro)	12,500-14,999 US$ (11,390-13,670 Euro)

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Notice: please contact the university's Admission Office for detailed information on Whittier College's yearly tuition fees which apply to your specific situation and study interest; tuition fees may vary by program, citizenship/residency, study mode (i.e. face to face or online, part time or full time), as well as other factors. The above matrix is indicative only and may not be up-to-date.

Admissions

Introduction

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Admission Information

uniRank publishes below some basic Whittier College's admission information.

Gender Admission

This institution admits Men and Women (coed).

Minority Serving

This institution is a Hispanic-serving Institution and, historically, has a special focus on promoting education and research among this specific ethnic group(s).

Admission Selection

Has Whittier College a selective admission policy? Yes, based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.

Admission Rate

Whittier College's acceptance rate range is 80-89% making this institution a least selective higher education institution.

Admission Requirements

Secondary school GPA is required Secondary school rank is neither required nor recommended Secondary school record is required Completion of college-preparatory program is required Recommendations are required Formal demonstration of competencies is neither required nor recommended Admission test scores are required TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) is required Other Test (Wonderlic, WISC-III, etc.) is neither required nor recommended Source: IPDES

International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.

Admission Office

13406 East Philadelphia Street, Box 634
Whittier 90608-0634
(562) 907 4238

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Notice: admission policy and acceptance rate may vary by areas of study, degree level, student nationality or residence and other criteria. Please contact Whittier College's Admission Office for detailed information on their admission selection policy and acceptance rate; the above information may not be complete or up-to-date.

Size and Profile

Introduction

University size and profile can be important factors to consider when choosing a university or assessing its value. Here are some potential reasons why University size and profile can affect students when choosing a university.

Size and Profile

uniRank publishes below some major size and profile indicators for Whittier College.

Student Enrollment

Whittier College has an enrollment range of 1,000-1,999 students making it a very small-sized institution.

Academic Staff

This institution has a range of 100-199 academic employees (Faculty).

Control Type

Whittier College is a private higher education institution.

Entity Type

Whittier College is a non-profit higher education institution.

Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a Suburban setting.

Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a 4-1-4 type of academic calendar.

Minority Serving

This institution is a Hispanic-serving Institution and, historically, has a special focus on promoting education and research among the above specific ethnic group(s).

Disabled Students %

This institution has a high percentage of disabled students making it particularly disability-friendly.

Religious Affiliation

Whittier College does not have any religious affiliation (formerly Protestant).

Carnegie Classification

Introduction

The Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education is a framework for categorizing colleges and universities in the United States... learn more

The classification was first created by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching in 1970, and it has been updated periodically since then. The Carnegie Classification is based on a set of criteria, such as the level and types of degrees offered, research activity and enrollment size. Institutions are classified into one of several categories based on these criteria, ranging from "doctoral universities" with very high research activity to "special focus institutions" that primarily award degrees in a specific field, such as the arts or health professions. The classification allows for quick comparisons between institutions within and across categories.

Carnegie Classification

uniRank provides below the official Whittier College's Carnegie classification.

Basic Classification	Baccalaureate Colleges: Arts & Sciences Focus
Size & Setting	Four-year, small, highly residential institution
Enrollment Profile	Very high undergraduate

Undergraduate Profile	Four-year, full-time, selective, lower transfer-in institution
Undergraduate Instructional Program	Arts & sciences plus professions, no graduate coexistence
Graduate Instructional Program	Postbaccalaureate: Education-dominant, with other professional programs

Facilities and Services

Introduction

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University Facilities

uniRank provides below an overview of Whittier College's main facilities:

University Library

This institution has a physical Library.

Whittier College's library does not have any external branch. The library collection is comprised of both physical (i.e. books, medium, etc.) and digital/electronic items. In 2021 the library reported 181,974 physical volumes, 3,788 physical media, 84 digital/electronic media and 60 licensed digital/electronic databases. The library is managed by a total number of 40 full-time employees, including 4 librarians. Whittier College's library has a total library expenditure greater than $100,000 per year. Source: IPDES.

University Housing

This institution provides housing services such as on-campus residences or dormitories.

In particular, the Whittier College provides on-campus housing and the total dormitory capacity, whether on or off campus, was about 849 students in the 2021 academic year. Source: IPDES.

Sport Facilities/Activities

This institution features sporting facilities and organizes sports activities for its students.

University Services

uniRank provides below an overview of Whittier College's main services:

Financial Aid

This institution offers one or more of the following financial aid for eligible students: scholarships, grants, loans, tuition waivers, emergency financial aid etc.

Study Abroad

This institution offers study abroad and exchange program opportunities for its students.

Distance Learning

This institution provides a distance learning mode for certain programs or courses.

In particular, this institution offers some courses via distance education at the undergraduate level and at the graduate level. Source: IPDES.

Academic Counseling

This institution offers students academic guidance and support to assist them in their academic pursuits.

Career Services

This institution offers career counseling, career assessments, job and internship postings, career events, alumni networking or other career-related services to assist students transition successfully from academic life to professional life.

Notice: please contact or visit the university website for detailed information on Whittier College's facilities and services; the information above is indicative only and may not be complete or up-to-date.

Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.

Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Whittier College is legally recognized and/or accredited by: WASC Senior College and University Commission

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1949

Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Whittier College's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

American Bar Association, Council of the Section of Legal Education and Admissions to the Bar
American Chemical Society
Council on Social Work Education, Board of Accreditation

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Important: the above section is intended to include only those reputable organizations (e.g. Ministries or Departments of Higher Education) that have the legal authority to officially charter, license, register or, more generally, recognize Whittier College as a whole (institutional legal recognition), accredit the institution as a whole (institutional accreditation) or accredit its specific programs/courses (programmatic accreditation).

Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

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Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Whittier College's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

Council of Independent Colleges (CIC)
National Athletic Association (NAA)
National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)

Academic Structure

Introduction

Most higher education institutions' first-level academic divisions are, depending on the country, one of the following... learn more

Colleges
Faculties
Schools
Institutes
Academies
Departments
Divisions
Centers

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of disciplines and fields of study a University focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer academic divisions and a simplified organizational structure.

Academic Structure

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Free Online Courses

Open Education Global

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Wikipedia

Wikipedia Article

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Video Presentation

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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

Programs and Courses

Courses and Programs

Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

Admissions

Introduction

Admission Information

Gender Admission

Minority Serving

Admission Selection

Admission Rate

Admission Requirements

International Students Admission

Admission Office

Size and Profile

Introduction

Size and Profile

Student Enrollment

Academic Staff

Control Type

Entity Type

Campus Setting

Academic Calendar

Minority Serving

Disabled Students %

Religious Affiliation

Carnegie Classification

Introduction

Carnegie Classification

Facilities and Services

Introduction

University Facilities

University Library

University Housing

Sport Facilities/Activities

University Services

Financial Aid

Study Abroad

Distance Learning

Academic Counseling

Career Services

Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

Affiliations and Memberships

Academic Structure

Introduction

Academic Structure

Social Media

Introduction

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Facebook

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YouTube

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Free Online Courses

Open Education Global

Wikipedia

Wikipedia Article

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University Website

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