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Challenge Yourself. Find Your People. Build What’s Next.
At Whitman, ambition and belonging aren’t a trade-off.
Why Choose Whitman?
You’ll thrive here if you’re curious, motivated and ready to chart your own path.
80+
majors and minors, with the freedom to explore your interests
10:1
student-to-faculty ratio ensures you’ll be known and supported
96%
of recent grads start careers, fellowships or graduate programs within six months
100%
of students are assigned a faculty advisor from day one
8,000+
acres of public land within 30 minutes of campus for outdoor adventures
Academic Opportunities That Take You Further
At Whitman, learning doesn’t stop when class ends. Whether you're conducting original psychology research, diving into economic theory with real-world applications, or working alongside faculty on a biology thesis, you'll gain hands-on experience from your very first year. And four-year merit scholarships are available for students with exceptional academic achievement, leadership and talent, regardless of financial need.
Professors Who Know You
While many of our professors have earned national recognition for their scholarship, what truly sets them apart is their passion for teaching and mentoring their students. An average class size of 17, opportunities to collaborate on research, and the fact that most Whitman faculty live in neighborhoods close to campus mean that as a Whitman student, you’ll develop deep and productive intellectual and professional relationships with your professors.
Grow Beyond the Classroom
You’ll be surrounded by a supportive community that celebrates curiosity, independence, and adventure.
Life at Whitman is full of possibilities.
- Hike in the Blue Mountains.
- Join a student-run theater troupe.
- Organize a service project.
- Build a startup.
“I’m so glad I chose Whitman College because of its academics and its community. Being able to thrive in a liberal arts model, where I can pursue the classes I'm interested in, has been so important for my academic journey. When I have free time, there's always something to do—whether that be dances, plays, club meetings, outdoor hikes, guest lecturers or movie nights. I could go on forever. I've cherished my time at Whitman, and I’m so happy I chose to come here.”
— Chase S., Junior Biology major at Whitman
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Whitman is a place where you can grow, explore, connect and thrive.
345 Boyer Ave, Walla Walla, WA 99362
General: 509-527-5111 | Admission: 509-527-5176
Explore Boldly, Learn Deeply
In and out of the classroom, Whitman College is where driven students find deep intellectual challenge, real-world experience and personal connection — with faculty mentors, peers and their own evolving goals. Located in the tight-knit community of Walla Walla, Washington and surrounded by mountains, farmland, and wide-open Pacific Northwest landscape, Whitman offers the focus and presence of a small college with the ambition and outcomes of something much larger.
Signature Programs include:
- Undergraduate Research: Conduct hands-on research with faculty mentors in every discipline, from biology and economics to literature and environmental science.
- Internships and Career Prep: Funded summer internships and one-on-one support help connect your studies to your long-term goals.
- Semester in the West: A field-based program traveling through the American West to study environmental justice, public lands and more.
- Off-Campus Studies: 80+ study abroad programs that integrate academic depth with global exploration.
- Fellowships and Grants: Whitman students regularly earn Fulbright, Watson and National Science Foundation fellowships—because we prepare you to compete and succeed.
Whitman students don't just study hard; they show up and compete. Our varsity and club Athletics programs give student-athletes a genuine home at a college that champions both performance and academics. The nationally competitive Debate program develops the analytical and communication skills that define leaders across every field. And the student-run Outdoor Program — one of the most distinctive in the country — gives you access to climbing, rafting, skiing, backpacking and more, right from your doorstep in the Pacific Northwest.
