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Whitworth University is a small, four-year, highly residential, private not-for-profit school with 2,675 students enrolled. This college is one of the 8 colleges and schools located in Spokane, Washington.

Whitworth University is affiliated with Presbyterian Church.

Academic Offerings

Bachelor's degree and master's degree are offered at Whitworth University.

The most popular concentrations at Whitworth University are Business, Management, and Medical.

Whitworth University deploys a continuous curriculum calendar system and offers enrollment in 41 disciplines including Accounting, Computer Science, History, Mathematics, Music, Nursing, Philosophy, Physics, Psychology, and Sociology.

It is worthwhile to know student retention and graduation rates before you apply to a school to get your diploma or to engage in a long-term study; high retention and graduation rates are typically a good sign. However, if you would like to transfer or take non-credit coursework, these metrics are not important.

The student retention rate at Whitworth University is high at 86% (well above Washington average). Considering this statistic, apparently students enjoy their stay at this school.

The graduation rate at Whitworth University is good - 77%.

Student to full-time faculty ratio at Whitworth University is decent -- 21:1.

Tuition and Loans

If you are planning to file your FAFSA application for Federal Student Aid, the college code for Whitworth University is 003804. Please verify this code before using it with your FAFSA application.

Federal Student Aid is an office of the US Department of Education, which provides money for college to eligible students and families. To meet minimum eligibility requirements you will need to have a valid Social Security number and high school diploma or GED certificate.

It is quite easy to receive a loan at Whitworth University, as 62% of the school's students receive loans, while the average loan amount is about $4,800.

Average tuition prices are very high, about $27,100 per year. The additional fees at Whitworth University not covered by tuition are nearly $400; this totals $27,500 per annum.

Admissions Information

This college will consider accepting dual credits, credits for life experience (learned through independent study, noncredit adult courses, work experience, portfolio demonstration, previous licensure or certification, or completion of other learning opportunities), and advanced placement credits (college-level courses taught in high school) at entry.

According to government data, 5,472 applications were submitted and 2,802 were accepted (51%); so it is relatively easy to enroll at this school.

The undergraduate application fee at Whitworth University is $25.00. The application fee cannot be applied toward tuition or required fees. Also, the application fee is not refundable if the student is not accepted to the college.

The graduate application fee is $25.00.

If you want to obtain more details about admission at Whitworth University, call this school's general information office at (509) 777-1000 or check Whitworth University Website.

Opportunities and Services

Whitworth University provides study abroad programs.

There are options for on-campus part-time employment at Whitworth University, which allows students to cover some of the tuition expenses. Additionally, this school helps students to evaluate their career options and to find a full-time job upon graduation.

Whitworth University provides on-campus housing. Dormitory capacity at this college accommodates about 1,300 students, which offers a good on-campus housing option. The room price is relatively low - about $4,100 per year.

Army ROTC programs are available at Whitworth University. Reserve Officers' Training Corps commissioning programs typically imply elective classes in addition to required college curriculum, possible funding for your tuition, and an obligation to serve upon graduation.

It is important to keep in mind that enrolling in a ROTC course does not commit you to serve unless you have received a ROTC scholarship, grant, or any other funding.

Crime and Safety

Based on the college crime data, Whitworth University appears to be a relatively safe school. Read the details in the Campus Crime Report for this college.

Learn about other colleges around Spokane. Other cities to get an education from around Whitworth University are Spokane Valley, Cheney, Coeur D Alene, Pullman, and Moscow.

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Post Address: Whitworth University, 300 W Hawthorne Rd, Spokane, Washington 99251, USA
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