Whittier College

10 Interesting Facts about Whittier College

1. Whittier College was founded in 1887 by members of the Religious Society of Friends (Quakers).
2. The college follows a liberal arts tradition, emphasizing a well-rounded education that encourages critical thinking, creativity, and intellectual exploration.
3. Whittier College offers a wide range of undergraduate programs in various fields, including the humanities, social sciences, natural sciences, business, and the arts.
4. The college has a diverse student body, with students from various cultural, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds.
5. With a low student-to-faculty ratio, students have the opportunity for close interactions with professors and a more personalized educational experience.
6. Whittier College encourages global engagement through study abroad programs, international student exchanges, and a commitment to global perspectives in its curriculum.
7. The college competes in NCAA Division III athletics as the Whittier Poets, offering various sports teams and recreational activities.
8. Whittier College is deeply involved in the local community, fostering a culture of service and civic engagement among its students.
9. The college’s picturesque campus is home to historic buildings, including Wardman Library, which houses a substantial collection of academic resources.
10. Whittier College has a notable list of alumni, including Richard Nixon, the 37th President of the United States, who graduated from the college in 1934.

Admissions

Acceptance Rate
82%

All Programs

Majors

Anthropology
Art & Visual Studies
Studio Art Track
Art History & Visual Culture Track
Digital Art & Design Track
Balanced Curriculum Track
Biochemistry
Biology
Business Administration
Accounting Concentration
Finance Concentration
International Business Concentration
Management Concentration
Marketing Concentration
Chemistry
Chemistry with ACS Certification
Child Development
Chinese
Economics
Business Economics concentration
International Economics concentration
General Economics concentration
Engineering 3-2
Engineering 3-2 Chemistry
Engineering 3-2 Computer Science
Engineering 3-2 Mathematics
Engineering 3-2 Physics
Engineering 3-2 Science & Letters
English
Creative Writing Emphasis
Environmental Science
Environmental Justice Studies
Film
French
Global & Cultural Studies
Culture
Geographical Area
Issues
National/Transnational Institutions
History
Integrated Computer Science
Integrated Computer Science/Mathematics Track
Integrated Computer Science/Physics Track
Integrated Computer Science/Economics Track
Kinesiology
Mathematics
Pure Mathematics Emphasis
Applied Mathematics Emphasis
Teaching Mathematics Emphasis
Mathematics-Business
Mathematics-Economics
Music
Philosophy
Applied Philosophy
Physics
Astronomy Emphasis
Political Science
International Relations Track
Pre-Professional
Health Sciences Advising Program
Physical Therapy Advising Program
3-2 Engineering Cooperative Program
Psychological Sciences
Religious Studies
Social Work
Sociology
Spanish
Theatre & Communication Arts
Design & Technology Emphasis
Performance Emphasis

Minors

Africana & Black Studies
Anthropology
Art History
Studio Art
Biology
Business Administration
Chemistry
Child Development
Chinese
Computer Science
Digital Art & Design Minor
Economics
Elementary Education
English
Environmental Science
Environmental Justice Studies
Film Studies
French
French Cultural Studies
Gender Studies
Global & Cultural Studies
History
Japanese
Kinesiology
Latino Studies
Mathematics
Music
Organizational Leadership
Philosophy
Physics
Political Science
Public Health
Psychological Sciences
Religious Studies
Scientific Computing
Social Work
Sociology
Spanish
Studio Art
Theatre & Communication Arts

Students

Full-Time Enrollment

1,276 Undergrads

Part-Time Undergrads

49