Race & Ethnicity
Whittier College has a diverse student body with 66% students of color and 22% international students, creating a rich multicultural learning environment that celebrates students from all racial and ethnic backgrounds.
Racial & Ethnic Composition
Diversity Highlights
Cultural Engagement
Whittier College offers numerous cultural organizations, diversity programs, and multicultural events that celebrate the rich backgrounds of our student community.
Gender Distribution
Whittier College has a gender distribution of 55% female students and 45% male students.
Overall Gender Distribution
Gender Statistics
42% of total enrollment
52% of total enrollment
Age Distribution
Whittier College serves a diverse student population across multiple age demographics. The university enrolls 49% traditional college-age students (18-21 years old) and 4% non-traditional students aged 25 and older.
Undergraduate Ages
Graduate Student Ages
Age Diversity Insights
49%
Traditional Age (18-21)
4%
Non-Traditional (25+)
5%
Graduate Students
Geographic Diversity
Whittier College attracts students from across the United States and internationally, with 22% international students contributing to a globally diverse campus community. The student body includes 61% in-state residents, 17% out-of-state students, and 22% international students, creating rich cross-cultural learning opportunities.
Geographic Origin
Regional Representation
61% of student body
17% of student body
22% of student body
States Represented
27 states are represented on campus.
Diversity Metrics
Ethnic Diversity
66%
Students of Color
Gender Balance
55%
Female Students
Global Reach
22%
International
Age Diversity
4%
Non-Traditional Age