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  • Estd. 1887
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Whittier College Courses and Fees 2025

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Courses1st Year Tuition FeesDuration & Eligibility
BBA(1 course)
Duration4 years
Exam AcceptedIELTS: 6.5 & Above, TOEFL: 80 & Above, PTE, Duolingo
B.E. / B.Tech(1 course)
Duration5 years
Exam AcceptedIELTS: 6.5 & Above, TOEFL: 80 & Above, PTE, Duolingo
B.Sc.(1 course)
Duration4 years
Exam AcceptedIELTS: 6.5 & Above, TOEFL: 80 & Above, PTE, Duolingo
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Q:   What do student reviews say about Whittier College?
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Whittier is located in the uptown area of the city of Whittier, so students like walking around as there are cute cafes. Students mention that there are lots of on-campus activities to keep students engaged. Faculty genuinely care about their students and help connect students with fellowships and internships that will help them obtain professional roles upon graduation. 

A student stated that most students live off campus because of the dorm conditions. Concerns regarding the college's financial viability and how it affects resources and programming are raised in certain reports.

Q:   What is Whittier College known for?
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Whittier College, founded in 1887, is a private liberal arts college located in Whittier, California. It is one of the nation's most diverse liberal arts universities, with over 69% of its student body being people of color. In Forbes magazine's 2017 Grateful Grads Index, Whittier was ranked among the top 200 most beloved universities. In the compilation of yearly college rankings, Whittier College has once again been recognized as one of the best liberal arts colleges in the country by the Princeton Review, Washington Monthly, Forbes, Wall Street Journal/Times Higher Education, and College of Distinction, among other publications.The top courses at the college are Psychology, Business Administration, Biology, Communications, and Political Science. Rayburn S. Dezember who is co-founder and Chairman of the Board for American National Bank, Tien Zee (Founder & Chairman, Intex Industries), Paul Bateman (President, Klein & Saks Group).

Q:   Why do Indian students choose to study at Whittier College?
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Whittier College has again been named one of the top national liberal arts colleges by the Princeton Review, Washington Monthly, Forbes, Wall Street Journal/Times Higher Education, and College of Distinction, among others in the roundup of annual college rankings. It is one of the nation's most diverse liberal arts universities, with over 69% of its student body being people of color. Whittier College is accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) ensures that Whittier College meets federal standards. Whittier College's accreditation and standing as a liberal arts college make its degrees acceptable in many nations. The overall estimated annual cost at Whittier College is approximately $67,496.

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Whittier College Fee Breakdown 2025

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Q:   What is the rank of Whittier College in the world?
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The global ranking of Whittier College is not available. The college does, however, have some excellent rankings. Whittier College has again been named one of the top national liberal arts colleges by the Princeton Review, Washington Monthly, Forbes, Wall Street Journal/Times Higher Education, and College of Distinction, among others in the roundup of annual college rankings.

In Forbes magazine's 2017 Grateful Grads Index, Whittier was ranked among the top 200 most beloved universities.

According to US News and World Whittier College ranked #95 in National Liberal Arts Colleges, #83 in Best Value Schools and #16 in Top Performers on Social Mobility. 

Q:   How much money is required in Indian rupees to study at Whittier College?
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The tuition cost at Whittier College is $50,410 (INR 42,32,247). Other academic fees are around $940 (INR 78,919). The estimated cost of books and supplies is approximately $800 (INR 67,165). This sums up to $52,150 (INR 43,78,331). This cost excludes meals, housing and personal expenses. 

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Answered 10 months ago

The cost of attending Whittier College is generally higher than that of the University of La Verne. Whittier College tuition fees for the year 2023-2024 stand at approximately $48,924, whereas tuition fees at the University of La Verne go for about $45,850. Moreover, the overall cost of attending Un

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There's no money spent on applying for undergraduate admissions at Whittier College, which is great news for anyone interested in studying there, including foreigners. This implies that there is no need to concern oneself with any extra fee while applying to the college, which is especially benefici

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Arindam Modak

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Application deadlines at Whittier College for international students are as follows:

Spring Semester-

  • Application deadline: October 15
  • Decisions sent: Rolling
  • Enrollment deposit deadline: November 15

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  • Enrollment deadline: June 1

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Misha

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John Greenleaf Whittier Scholarship is awarded to international/Indian students at Whittier College. Students applying at Whittier College are automatically considered for this scholarship. No other application is required. The academic record and overall strength of the college candidate are taken

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Getting into Whittier College is moderately selective as the acceptance rate ranges between 75% and 86%. Standardized test scores are not compulsory to submit but half the applicants admitted to Whittier College who submitted test scores have an SAT score between 1100 and 1330. The average high scho

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University CityLos Angeles, California, USA
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13406 E. Philadelphia St. Whittier, CA 90608
Los Angeles ( California)

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