FINANCIAL AID SUPPORT AT WHITWORTH UNIVERSITY
Spend less. Get more. Students and families are often surprised to learn how affordable a Whitworth education can be. When you factor in Whitworth’s generous financial aid, a Whitworth education comes at a remarkably affordable net price. In fact, many students spend less for a degree at Whitworth than they would at public universities, because 94 percent of our graduates finish in four years or less.
“Whitworth was my top choice. The biggest determining factor was the financial aid – my mom and I couldn’t afford a super-expensive school. The aid from Whitworth ended up being more than what I received from the state schools I applied to... (This financial support) has eased my mind and allowed me to focus more on school.” VICTORIA TASKEY ’18
More value Whitworth is consistently ranked as one of the best higher education values in the Western United States.
2019 U.S. NEWS RANKINGS OF BEST REGIONAL UNIVERSITY VALUES IN THE WEST 1.
Trinity University
8. Pacific Lutheran University
2. St. Mary’s University of San Antonio
9. University of St. Thomas
3. Mills College
10. Abilene Christian University
4. University of Dallas 5. WHITWORTH UNIVERSITY 6. Gonzaga University 7. Westminster College
“ Whitworth was my top choice. The biggest determining factor was the financial aid...”
Less = more.
WHAT IS THE PRICE OF ALL THIS EXCELLENCE? 2018-19 costs
$55,136
Whitworth TUITION & FEES | $43,640
HOUSING $11,496
Avg. for U.S. News Top 15 Regional Universities in the West
$56,943
TUITION & FEES | $43,324
HOUSING $13,619
GRADUATING ON TIME SAVES MONEY. AND WE GUARANTEE IT. Learn more about Whitworth’s four-year graduation guarantee: whitworth.edu/finishinfour
Whitworth University Average net tuition and fees for four years
$72,760
Flagship public university (in state) Average net tuition and fees for five years, plus 12 months of lost income
$100,366
Flagship public university (out of state) Average net tuition and fees for five years, plus 12 months of lost income
$176,816 Sources: College Board Trends in College Pricing (2016-17), National Association of College & Employers 2017 Spring Salary Survey
HOW MUCH WILL YOU HAVE TO BORROW? LESS THAN YOU MIGHT THINK!
WILL YOU BE ABLE TO PAY BACK YOUR LOANS? OUR GRADUATES SURE DO.
Average Student-Loan Debt at Graduation for Borrowers (2017)
Average Three-Year Default Rate
$26,940
$28,650
Whitworth
All U.S. bachelor’s degree graduates
2.6 %
10.8 %
Whitworth
National Avg.
Sources: The Institute for College Access & Success
Sources: The Institute for College Access & Success, Common Data Set
GET 9 SEMESTERS FOR NEARLY THE PRICE OF 8 AT WHITWORTH Jan Term allows students to take up to 5 additional credits a year for only $300, making it easier to graduate on time.
120-136 credits
12-16 credits
Standard eight semesters
Whitworth Jan Terms
WILL YOU BE COMPETITIVE IN THE JOB MARKET? Employed or in grad school within nine months of graduation
Participated in community service
95%
Whitworth graduates
Completed a credit-bearing internship or research project
Whitworth graduates
83%
95%
Whitworth graduates
Studied abroad at least once
Whitworth graduates
47%
More personal Students from families just like yours can afford Whitworth. In addition to generous financial aid, we offer direct admission to most degree programs and flexible payment plans. And we even guarantee you can finish your degree in four years – or we’ll cover the difference. More than that, our financial aid counselors will work with you every step of the way to make sure Whitworth is the right fit from the start so you can receive the most value from your investment.
99%
of students receive financial aid Average financial aid award (from all sources) for 2018 freshmen
$39,957
INCOME PROFILE OF 2018-19 WHITWORTH FIRST-YEAR FAMILIES WHO FILED THE FAFSA $50,000-$99,999
Under $50,000
28%
Over $150,000
24%
28% 20%
$100,000-$149,999
“...it wasn’t much more expensive to go to Whitworth than a state university...”
“It’s a common misperception that private colleges are financially out of reach for many families. It turned out that it wasn’t much more expensive for Reagan to go to Whitworth than it would have been for her to go to a state university. She’s getting the Christian education and atmosphere she wanted as well as the small classes. As parents, we feel very blessed that Reagan is at Whitworth.” KRIS KISSEL, PARENT | FORT COLLINS, COLO.
More resources Our financial aid counselors work hard to connect you with every financial resource available. Here are a few ways students and families can take advantage of additional support: Research and apply for outside scholarships. Get started at whitworth.edu/scholarships. Find a part-time job on campus, or plan to work over the summer (Washington state 2019 minimum wage is $12 per hour). Whitworth regularly holds job fairs to help you connect with potential employers, and our career services office is ready to help, too. Use our flexible payment plans to spread out your costs. Let a financial aid counselor know of any special circumstances that impact your financial situation.
WE’RE HERE TO HELP. Your financial aid counselor is ready to answer your questions: 509.777.3215 or finaid@whitworth.edu