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Whitworth University is a private, Christian college of liberal arts located in Spokane, Washington, United States. It was established in the year 1890. The campus spreads across an area of 200 acres. The institution provides bachelor and master degrees in a wide variety of academic disciplines. Whitworth University's student body has national and international students from over 25 states in the U.S. and 15 countries around the world. The university also offers students oportunities for studying abroad.
Whitworth University’s athletics department fields more than 12 men's and women's sports teams. They compete in the Northwest Conference of National Collegiate Athletic Association. They are nicknamed the Pirates and participate in sports such as swimming, basket ball, cross country, and tennis, among others.
Whitworth University can be found in Spokane, WA (a large suburb). One of the defining characteristics of the school is its status as a Presbyterian Church (USA) school. Whitworth University is a private, not-for-profit institution. The Master's degree is the highest degree at the school.
The range of program offerings available from Whitworth University is especially impressive compared to its number of students. The most common majors at the school are in mathematics, music, and art studies.
Whitworth University does not have an open admissions system. Not everyone who applies is accepted. The school turned down 51% of potential students in 2007. Only 25% of students scored 550 or lower in 2007 on the verbal SAT test. Math SAT scores at Whitworth University centered around 560 to 650, but ranged both higher and lower.
A tenure system is one way the school works to keep a high-quality staff.
In 2007, 2,607 students were enrolled in Whitworth University.
Full-time students are the norm at the school. Student dorms or apartments are common at Whitworth University. The school student athletes compete in Northwest Conference competitions.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"Whitworth University is a private, residential, liberal arts institution, affiliated with the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.). Whitworth's mission is to provide its diverse student body an education of the mind and heart, equipping its graduates to honor God, follow Christ, and serve humanity. This mission is carried out by a community of Christian scholars committed to excellent teaching and to the integration of faith and learning."
More complete details are provided below.
Whitworth University
300 W Hawthorne Rd
Spokane, WA 99251
General Phone: (509) 777-1000
http://www.whitworth.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Education And Teaching | 140 | elementary school teaching, secondary teaching, educational administration, student counseling, school counseling, special ed, gifted and talended education, music teaching |
| Liberal Arts | 132 | liberal arts and sciences, English, history, sociology, international relations, political science, Spanish language, economics courses, ... |
| Business And Management | 103 | business management, business administration, international business, accounting, marketing |
| Science | 44 | biology, chemistry, physics courses, physics |
| Religion And Philosophy | 39 | theology, religion, philosophy |
| Therapy And Counseling | 27 | psychology |
| Nutrition And Exercise Therapy | 25 | health and physical education, athletic trainer |
| Media | 24 | communication studies, communication and journalism, journalism |
| Nursing And Emergency Medicine | 20 | registered nursing |
| Art Studies | 16 | art studies, arts management |
| Music | 15 | music |
| Mathematics | 10 | mathematics, applied mathematics |
| Computer Science And Engineering | 7 | computer science |
| Drama And Performing Arts | 6 | drama |
Number of programs and degrees for Whitworth University in 2007:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 506 | 40 |
| Master's degree | 102 | 8 |
In 2007, Whitworth University had a total enrollment of 2,607 students (2,302 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 45% |
| Women | 55% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
| Part-Time | 0% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 78% |
| Graduate | 22% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 83% |
| Black | 2% |
| Hispanic | 2% |
| Asian | 3% |
| American Indian | 1% |
| Unknown | 7% |
| (Foreign Students) | 1% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 1% |
| 18-19 | 31% |
| 20-21 | 32% |
| 22-24 | 15% |
| 25-29 | 6% |
| 30-34 | 4% |
| 35-39 | 3% |
| 40-49 | 6% |
| 50-64 | 2% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Washington | 55% |
| Oregon | 12% |
| California | 11% |
| Colorado | 6% |
| Idaho | 5% |
| Montana | 4% |
| Hawaii | 2% |
| Arizona | 1% |
| (International Students) | 1% |
| Nevada | 1% |
| Alaska | 1% |
| State unknown | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 87 % |
Whitworth University offers campus housing for 1,204 of its 2,302 (full-time) students. Freshmen are required to live on campus.
(Please refer to our profile of Spokane, Washington for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Washington Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 5,061 | 2,490 | 49% | 533 | 21% |
| Men | 1,918 | 1,021 | 53% | 240 | 24% |
| Women | 3,143 | 1,469 | 47% | 293 | 20% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 550 | 650 |
| SAT Math | 560 | 650 |
| SAT Writing | 540 | 640 |
| ACT Verbal | 25 | 30 |
| ACT Math | 23 | 29 |
| ACT Composite | 25 | 29 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | not required |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | recommended |
| Recommendations | required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | recommended |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 91% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 40% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 25,692 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 25,692 |
| Room and board | $ 7,294 |
| Room charge | $ 3,950 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 3,344 |
| Books and supplies | $ 912 |
| Other expenses | $ 2,493 |
Financial Aid:
Whitworth University participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 380400)
Whitworth University has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 40 | 23 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 18 | 11 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 14 | 15 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | calendar year | 2 | * | 0 | * |
| Associate professor | calendar year | 1 | * | 4 | $71,580 |
| Assistant professor | calendar year | 0 | * | 2 | * |
| Instructor | calendar year | 0 | * | 1 | * |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 3 | $91,870 | 7 | $64,446 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Full-Time Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 29 | $75,513 | 6 | $72,677 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 20 | $60,660 | 22 | $64,332 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 16 | $51,666 | 10 | $51,923 |
| Instructor | academic year | 3 | $41,451 | 5 | $45,815 |
| No academic rank | academic year | 4 | $55,929 | 2 | * |
| All faculty total | academic year | 72 | $63,581 | 45 | $59,727 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences:
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Football | Northwest Conference |
| Basketball | Northwest Conference |
| Baseball | Northwest Conference |
| Track | Northwest Conference |
ART STUDIES
Art/Art Studies, General
Arts Management
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Business Administration and Management, General
Business Administration, Management and Operations, Other
International Business/Trade/Commerce
Marketing/Marketing Management, General
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer Science
DRAMA AND PERFORMING ARTS
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services
Education/Teaching of the Gifted and Talented
Educational Leadership and Administration, General
Elementary Education and Teaching
Music Teacher Education
Secondary Education and Teaching
Special Education and Teaching, General
Student Counseling and Personnel Services, Other
LIBERAL ARTS
American/United States Studies/Civilization
Economics, Other
English Language and Literature, General
French Language and Literature
History, General
International Relations and Affairs
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
Peace Studies and Conflict Resolution
Political Science and Government, General
Sociology
Spanish Language and Literature
MATHEMATICS
Applied Mathematics
Mathematics, General
MEDIA
Communication Studies/Speech Communication and Rhetoric
Communication, Journalism, and Related Programs, Other
Journalism
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
NUTRITION AND EXERCISE THERAPY
Athletic Training/Trainer
Health and Physical Education, General
RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY
Philosophy
Religion/Religious Studies
Theology/Theological Studies
SCIENCE
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Chemistry, General
Physics, General
Physics, Other
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Whitworth University Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 10% |  |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 11% | |
| % of degrees in religion and philosophy (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 11% | |
| Student SAT scores (vs. all colleges) | Top 13% | |
| % of degrees in music (vs. all colleges) | Top 16% | |
| % of degrees in mathematics (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 16% | |
| Selectivity (based on % of applicants accepted) (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 17% | |
| % of degrees in science (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 18% | |
| % of degrees in art studies (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 18% | |
| % of degrees in nutrition and exercise therapy (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 19% | |
| Faculty/student ratio (full-time) (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 19% | |
Notable:
Presbyterian Church (USA) affiliation Accepts some high school credits Offers credit for life experience Grants credits for AP courses Career counseling Career services Student employment services Option to study abroad Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing Tenure system for quality teaching Has ROTC (army) NCAA athletic conference member
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