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Whittier College

Private nonprofit Whittier, CA · Suburban · Far West · 100% data reported · Agent Insights
62%
Graduation Rate
$59,492
Earnings (10yr)
$25,757
Net Price
81%
Acceptance Rate

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Overview

Whittier College has an acceptance rate of 81%, making it accessible for a wide range of students. With an enrollment of 764, the college fosters a close-knit community that can enhance the college experience. This environment can lead to better engagement and personalized attention from faculty.

The earnings potential for graduates is notable, with a median salary of $59,492 a decade after graduation. This figure suggests that students can expect a solid return on their investment. However, the graduation rate stands at 62%, indicating that while many students find success, some may struggle to complete their degrees.

The net price of attending Whittier College is $25,757, and the median student debt is $24,937. This means that while the financial commitment is significant, it remains manageable in relation to post-graduation earnings. Students who thrive here are often those pursuing degrees in Business & Marketing, Psychology, or the Visual & Performing Arts, taking advantage of the college's strengths.

Rankings

How Whittier Compares

Dot right of center = above national average.

NATIONAL AVGGraduation62%Earnings 10yr$59KNet Price$26KRetention66%Median Debt$25KPell Grant Rate34%

Net Price by Family Income

What families actually pay after aid, by income bracket.

$22K$0-30K$20K$30-48K$25K$48-75K$31K$110K+

The Mobility Equation

Mobility = Access x Success. How many low-income students get in, and how many reach the top 20%?

ACCESS% from bottom 20%789.0%SUCCESS% who reach top 20%3749.2%MOBILITY295.81%

Cost & Financial Aid

$51,350
In-State Tuition
$51,350
Out-of-State
$25,757
Avg Net Price
$24,937
Median Debt
34%
Pell Grant Rate
54%
Federal Loan Rate

What Families Actually Pay

$21,718
Family Income $0–$30K
$19,928
Family Income $30K–$48K
$24,973
Family Income $48K–$75K
$30,599
Family Income $110K+

Graduate Outcomes

$46,025
6 Years After Entry
$53,338
8 Years
$59,492
10 Years
0.42x
Debt-to-Earnings
66%
Earning > $25K

Earnings Trajectory

$46,025 6yr $53,338 8yr $59,492 10yr

Social Mobility

Data: Raj Chetty's Mobility Report Card · 30M+ anonymized tax records

295.81%
Mobility Rate
Bottom 20% → Top 20%
3749.2%
Success Rate
If bottom 20% get in
789.0%
From Bottom 20%
Share of students
$98,500
Parent Median Income

Social Capital

Data: Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

1.79
Economic Connectedness
Cross-class friendships
-0.02
Friending Bias
Lower = more inclusive
8.2%
Volunteering Rate
1.00
Support Ratio
Community support

Academics & Admissions

Acceptance Rate 81%
Retention Rate 66%
ACT Midpoint 26
Full-Time Faculty 74%
Faculty Salary (mo) $9,094
Diversity Index 0.76
First-Gen Students 34%

Top Programs

Business & Marketing 17%
Psychology 10%
Visual & Performing Arts 10%
Biology & Biomedical 10%
Humanities 10%
Social Sciences 8%
English & Literature 7%
Mathematics & Statistics 1%

Quick Facts

Setting Suburban
Region Far West
Accreditor Western Association of Schools and Colleges Senior Colleges and University Commission
Predominant Degree Bachelor's
Hispanic-Serving Yes

Student Body

Female
57%
White
24%
Hispanic
39%
Black
6%
Asian
6%

Data Sources

U.S. Dept of Education College Scorecard

Opportunity Insights Mobility Report Card

Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

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