Admissions Overview
The admission process at Whitman College has a 48% acceptance rate. The cost to apply is $50. Whitman College has test optional requirements that focus on each student's unique potential.
Selectivity
48%
Selective
Application Volume
5,497
Total Applicants
Enrollment Yield
13%
Students who enroll
Admission Requirements
The admission process at Whitman College has a 48% 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
RequiredLetters of Recommendation
RequiredOptional (Considered if Submitted)
High School GPA
OptionalStandardized Test Scores
OptionalPersonal Statement/Essay
OptionalHigh School Class Rank
OptionalWork Experience
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 14% of admitted students submitted SAT scores, with total scores typically ranging from 1,293 to 1,473. Additionally, about 15% of admitted students submitted ACT scores, with composite scores typically ranging from 30 to 33.
SAT Scores
14% of students submitted400
1600
1293 – 1473
200
800
645 – 740
200
800
648 – 733
ACT Scores
15% of students submitted1
36
30 – 33
1
36
33 – 35
1
36
28 – 33
Admission Statistics
5,497 students applied to WHITMAN. Of those, 48% were accepted (2,622 students). Of these 2,622 accepted students, 336 chose to enroll.
5,497
Total Applicants
2,622
Students Admitted
336
Students Enrolled
48%
Acceptance Rate