Admissions Overview
The admission process at Whittier College has a 75% acceptance rate. There is no application fee. Whittier College has test optional requirements that focus on each student's unique potential.
Selectivity
75%
Less Selective
Application Volume
3,014
Total Applicants
Enrollment Yield
11%
Students who enroll
Admission Requirements
The admission process at Whittier College has a 75% acceptance rate. There is no application fee. Standardized test score requirements may vary. The admissions team at Whittier College evaluates each application holistically to assess student potential.
Testing Policy
Test Optional
Students may apply without submitting standardized test scores
Application Cost
$0
No application fee required
Complete Application Requirements
Required for Admission
High School Transcript
RequiredHigh School GPA
RequiredEnglish Proficiency Test
RequiredPersonal Statement/Essay
RequiredLetters of Recommendation
RequiredOptional (Considered if Submitted)
Standardized Test Scores
OptionalLegacy Status
OptionalNot Considered for Admission
High School Class Rank
Not ConsideredWork Experience
Not ConsideredOther 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 Whittier College. About 9% of admitted students submitted SAT scores, with total scores typically ranging from 1,140 to 1,340. Additionally, about 5% of admitted students submitted ACT scores, with composite scores typically ranging from 24 to 30.
SAT Scores
9% of students submitted400
1600
1140 – 1340
200
800
550 – 650
200
800
590 – 690
ACT Scores
5% of students submitted1
36
24 – 30
1
36
23 – 33
1
36
22 – 29
Admission Statistics
3,014 students applied to WHITTIER. Of those, 75% were accepted (2,274 students). Of these 2,274 accepted students, 249 chose to enroll.
3,014
Total Applicants
2,274
Students Admitted
249
Students Enrolled
75%
Acceptance Rate