Admissions Overview
The admission process at Whitman College has a 50% acceptance rate. The cost to apply is $50. Whitman College has test optional requirements that focus on each student's unique potential.
Selectivity
50%
Moderately Selective
Application Volume
6,185
Total Applicants
Enrollment Yield
14%
Students who enroll
Admission Requirements
The admission process at Whitman College has a 50% acceptance rate. The cost to apply is $50. Standardized test score requirements may vary. The admissions team at Whitman College evaluates each application holistically to assess student potential.
Testing Policy
Test Optional
Students may apply without submitting standardized test scores
Application Cost
$50
Non-refundable application fee
Complete Application Requirements
Required for Admission
High School Transcript
RequiredEnglish Proficiency Test
RequiredWork Experience
RequiredOptional (Considered if Submitted)
High School GPA
OptionalStandardized Test Scores
OptionalPersonal Statement/Essay
OptionalLetters of Recommendation
OptionalHigh School Class Rank
OptionalLegacy Status
OptionalNot Considered for Admission
Other Tests (Wonderlic/WISC)
Not ConsideredNote: Requirements may vary by program or student type. International students may have additional requirements. Contact the admissions office for specific questions about your application.
Test Scores
Test score ranges represent the 25th to 75th percentile of admitted students at Whitman College. About 31% of admitted students submitted SAT scores, with total scores typically ranging from 1,270 to 1,480. Additionally, about 11% of admitted students submitted ACT scores, with composite scores typically ranging from 27 to 33.
SAT Scores
31% of students submitted400
1600
1270 – 1480
200
800
650 – 740
200
800
620 – 740
ACT Scores
11% of students submitted1
36
27 – 33
1
36
26 – 35
1
36
25 – 35
Admission Statistics
6,185 students applied to WHITMAN. Of those, 50% were accepted (3,092 students). Of these 3,092 accepted students, 444 chose to enroll.
6,185
Total Applicants
3,092
Students Admitted
444
Students Enrolled
50%
Acceptance Rate