Whittier College

The college admitted 77% of all applicants in 2022. Last year, 2,951 students applied to Whittier College and 2,274 were admitted.

Consult with Whittier College's admissions department for more information on applying.

Whittier College Admissions Stats at a Glance

The following is an overiew of some of Whittier College's admissions stats.

Whittier College 2023	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	3.4
Mean SAT Score	1239
Admissions Test Policy	Test Optional
Applicants Who Submit SATs	10%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs	5%
Waitlist	No

Whittier College Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for Whittier College.

Application Type	Offered	Application Deadline	Notification Deadline
Early Decision I	Info Not Available	–	–
Early Decision II	–	–	–
Early Action	Yes	November 15	January 15

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Want to Apply Early to Whittier College?

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Whittier College may or may not offer early admission, however the school has not provided any application information. Check with Whittier College directly for more information about early applications.

🗓️ The Early Action deadline is November 15. Whittier College will release EA admissions decisions no later than January 15.

Some students apply to college early to boost their chances of getting in. When you apply early, your application is considered before all the regular decision applicants apply. Applying early may increase the chance of acceptance, since it is a way to show your interest in a school.

➡️ Find a list of some selective colleges that admit significantly more applicants during early decision or early action than during regular admission.

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More on Whittier College Admissions

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Transferring to Whittier College

For more information on transferring to Whittier College, contact the school directly.

For Students Waitlisted to Whittier College

Whittier College has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What Does Whittier College Look For in an Applicant?

Colleges consider a range of factors when determining who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college decides which factors are are most important when choose which applicants to admit, and which to deny. When creating your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengths and any possible weaknesses in your application, and choose schools that prioritize the areas where you're strong.

Admissions Factors at Whittier College

What does Whittier College consider during the admissions process? Take a look at the list below to see which factors are most important during the admissions process.

Admissions Factor	Level
Character/Personal Qualities	Very Important
Application Essay	Very Important
Recommendation(s)	Very Important
Academic GPA	Very Important
Rigor of Secondary School Record	Very Important
Extracurricular Activities	Important
Interview	Important
Talent/Ability	Important
Volunteer Work	Important
Alumni/ae Relations	Considered
Class Rank	Considered
Geographical Residence	Considered
Racial/Ethnic Status	Considered
Standardized Test Scores	Considered
State Residency	Considered
Work Experience	Considered
First Generation	Considered

Make sure to check with Whittier College for more information on admission factors.

Whittier College Application Requirements

To apply to Whittier College, all applicants must submit the following items. Check with Whittier College's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area	Required	Recommended	Required for Some	Details (If Any)
Interview	–	√	–	–
Transcript(S) of College Record	–	–	–	–
Statement of Good Standing From Prior Institution(S)	–	–	–	–
Letter(s) of Recommendation	2	–	–	–
Written Essay or Personal Statement	√	–	–	–
Transcript of High School Record	√	–	–	–
Minimum High School GPA (On 4.0 Scale)	2.5	2.5	3	–

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GPA and Testing

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What GPA Do I Need To Get Into Whittier College?

Students admitted to Whittier College have an average unweighted GPA of 3.4.

About GPAs

Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that highlights your high school academic performance. A weighted GPA or an unweighted GPA are the two possible GPA scores considered by colleges.

An unweighted GPA is an average of your scores from each class on a four-point scale. Unweighted GPAs range from 4.0 to under 1.0. A weighted GPA considers your average grade and the difficulty of your classes. A weighted GPA boosts your average by adding extra points for honors or Advanced Placement courses.

Standardized Test Scores

Whittier College is a test optional school. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

In 2022, 10% of Whittier College's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 5% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

What is a Good SAT Score for Whittier College?

To be competitive with other Whittier College applicants, you should strive to score between 1200 and 1290 (or higher!) on the SAT. At Whittier College 25% of admitted students scored higher than 1290 and 25% of scored lower than 1200, but the majority of students scored somewhere in between these two numbers.The mean composite SAT score for a Whittier College student is 1239.

On the SAT Math Section, 25% of Whittier College students scored 690 or higher and 75% of students scored 590 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of Whittier College students scored 690 or higher, and 75% scored a 590 or higher.

To be most competitive at Whittier College, you should strive to earn between 24 and 30 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 30 means you fall in the 75th percentile for Whittier College's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 30, and three out of four students scored lower than 30 on the ACT.

A 24 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for Whittier College students. Only one out of every four students scored below 24.

More Information on Transferring to Whittier College

Transfer applications are processed on a on a rolling basis as they are received.

Transfer students can enroll in Whittier College during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Winter Term

• Spring Term

• Winter Term

• Summer Term

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Whittier College Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to Whittier College?

✅ Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to Whittier College.

Does Whittier College accept transfer credits?

✅ Whittier College accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. Whittier College accepts:

• CLEP subject tests • DSST/DANTES

Do I have to submit test scores to Whittier College?

❌ No, Whittier College is test optional, so you can decide whether to send your test scores. If you have higher than average scores, you probably want to include them. If your scores are average or below average, you may want not want to include them in your application.

What is Whittier College's acceptance rate?

✅ Whittier College has an acceptance rate of 77%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at Whittier College?

🟨 Whittier College may or may not offer early decision. The school has not provided any information on early decision including ED acceptance rates.

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