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Whitworth College is located in Spokane, Washington (a large suburb). The school is a Presbyterian Church (USA) school. Whitworth College is a private, not-for-profit institution. The highest degree level offered by the school is the Master's degree.
The range of program offerings available from Whitworth College is especially impressive compared to its number of students. The school is known for its programs in mathematics, music, drama and performing arts, and education and teaching.
Whitworth College does not offer open admission. Three quarters of students in 2005 had SAT verbal scores of at least 560. Half of math SAT scores of accepted students fell between 550 and 650. Many applicants are from out of state, an indication of the quality or special character of the school.
The school has a tenure system for senior faculty.
Whitworth College had 2,440 enrolled students in 2005.
Full-time students are the norm at the school. Whitworth College offers dorm rooms to a higher percentage of its students than do most colleges. The school values student athletics, and belongs to the Northwest Conference.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"Whitworth College is a private, residential, liberal arts college, 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 College
300 W Hawthorne Rd
Spokane, WA 99251
General Phone: (509) 777-1000
Admissions Phone: (509) 777-3212
Financial Aid Phone: (509) 777-3212
http://www.whitworth.edu
Whitworth College awarded degrees in these major categories in 2005:
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Education And Teaching | 155 | elementary school teaching, secondary teaching, school counseling, physical education teaching, educational administration, special ed, music teaching, student counseling, ... |
| Liberal Arts | 110 | English, liberal arts and sciences, history, sociology, economics courses, political science, international relations, peace and conflict resolution, ... |
| Business And Management | 86 | business management, business administration, accounting, international business, marketing |
| Therapy And Counseling | 36 | psychology |
| Science | 30 | biology, chemistry, physics courses, physics |
| Religion And Philosophy | 25 | religion, philosophy |
| Media | 24 | communication studies, communication and journalism, journalism |
| Nursing And Emergency Medicine | 17 | registered nursing |
| Computer Science And Engineering | 15 | computer science |
| Music | 14 | music |
| Art Studies | 13 | art studies, arts management |
| Nutrition And Exercise Therapy | 12 | athletic trainer |
| Mathematics | 11 | mathematics, applied mathematics |
| Drama And Performing Arts | 9 | drama |
Number of programs and degrees for Whitworth College in 2005:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 467 | 40 |
| Master's degree | 90 | 8 |
In 2005, Whitworth College had a total enrollment of 2,440 students (2,245 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class (2005):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 41% |
| Women | 59% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
| Part-Time | 0% |
More details are available, using 2004 data:
Students By Class (2004):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 84% |
| Graduate | 16% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 85% |
| Black | 2% |
| Hispanic | 2% |
| Asian | 4% |
| American Indian | 1% |
| Other Races | 3% |
| (Foreign Students) | 3% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence (2004):
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Washington | 57% |
| California | 9% |
| Oregon | 9% |
| Idaho | 5% |
| Colorado | 4% |
| Montana | 4% |
| Hawaii | 3% |
| Arizona | 2% |
| Alaska | 1% |
| Foreign countries | 1% |
| Texas | 1% |
| Florida | 1% |
| Wyoming | 1% |
Retention Rates (2004):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 85 % |
Whitworth College offers campus housing for 1,121 of its 2,245 (full-time) students.
(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 | 2,147 | 1,369 | 64% | 451 | 33% |
| Men | 781 | 513 | 66% | 186 | 36% |
| Women | 1,366 | 856 | 63% | 265 | 31% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 560 | 650 |
| SAT Math | 550 | 650 |
| ACT Composite | 24 | 29 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | required |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | recommended |
| Recommendations | required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 85% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 20% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
Admissions Phone Number: (509) 777-3212
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 22,678 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 22,678 |
| Room and board | $ 6,760 |
| Room charge | $ 3,670 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 3,090 |
| Books and supplies | $ 888 |
| Other expenses | $ 2,862 |
Financial Aid:
Whitworth College participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 380400)
Financial Aid Phone Number: (509) 777-3212
Whitworth College has a tenure system for faculty.
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2004):
| 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 | * | 3 | $66,407 |
| Assistant professor | calendar year | 0 | * | 1 | * |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 3 | $78,664 | 4 | $63,534 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Full-Time Faculty (2004):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 23 | $66,702 | 5 | $61,209 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 24 | $52,514 | 22 | $53,398 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 22 | $43,537 | 12 | $44,605 |
| Instructor | academic year | 3 | $39,059 | 1 | * |
| All faculty total | academic year | 72 | $53,743 | 40 | $51,371 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences (2005):
| 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, General
Education/Teaching of the Gifted and Talented
Educational Leadership and Administration, General
Elementary Education and Teaching
Music Teacher Education
Physical Education Teaching and Coaching
Secondary Education and Teaching
Spanish Language Teacher Education
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
RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY
Philosophy
Religion/Religious Studies
SCIENCE
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Chemistry, General
Physics, General
Physics, Other
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Whitworth College Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 9% |  |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 12% | |
| % of students from other states (vs. all colleges) | Top 12% | |
| % of degrees in religion and philosophy (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 13% | |
| % of degrees in music (vs. all colleges) | Top 14% | |
| Student SAT scores (vs. all colleges) | Top 14% | |
| % of degrees in education and teaching (vs. all colleges) | Top 16% | |
| % of degrees in drama and performing arts (vs. all colleges) | Top 17% | |
| % of degrees in mathematics (vs. all colleges) | Top 17% | |
| 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 placement services Student employment services Option to study abroad Offers campus housing 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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