FINANCIAL SUPPORT AT WHITWORTH UNIVERSITY
A college degree is one of the single most important ways to invest in yourself. You can expect a Whitworth education to open doors to fulfilling careers with higher pay and to build your network with lifelong friendships and professional connections. What you might not expect? The net price is remarkably affordable. We work hard to keep it that way so students from all socioeconomic backgrounds can access a Whitworth education and pursue their goals. Get more.
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More value Whitworth is consistently ranked as one of the best higher education values in the Western United States because of our academic excellence and generous financial aid. 2022 U.S. NEWS RANKING OF BEST REGIONAL UNIVERSITY VALUES IN THE WEST 1. Mills College 2. WHITWORTH UNIVERSITY 3. Pacific Lutheran University 4. University of Redlands 5. St. Mary’s University of San Antonio 6. California State University, Los Angeles 7. St. Edward’s University 8. St. Martin’s University 9. University of Dallas 10. Houston Baptist University $116 million+ invested in campus facilities in recent years.
The community, people and extracurriculars are what I will always be most thankful for. There is a fit for everyone no matter where you’re from or what you’re interested in. Whitworth connected me with so many amazing people – I can’t imagine any other university being able to match the experience I had during my four years at Whitworth. GEORGE VALLE ’16, associate director of West Coast sales, PitchBook Data
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Whitworth Average Three-Year Default Rate WILL YOU BE ABLE TO PAY BACK YOUR LOANS? OUR GRADUATES SURE DO. Source: U.S. Department of Education National average 7.3%1.4% GET 9 SEMESTERS FOR NEARLY THE PRICE OF 8 Jan Term allows students to take up to five more credits a year for only $325, making it easier to complete additional majors/minors, internships and study abroad programs and still graduate on time. 120-128 credits Standard eight semesters 12-20 credits Whitworth Jan Terms WHAT IS THE PRICE OF ALL THIS EXCELLENCE? TUITION & FEES $48,990 HOUSING & MEALS $13,100 $62,090 Whitworth 2022-23 costs While some private universities are reducing their tuition and their scholarships, Whitworth is committed to providing the best education possible without cutting corners on facilities and programs. We choose to invest more in our students in the form of scholarships and grants and also in excellent professors, cutting-edge programs and state-of-the-art learning spaces. 100% of students receive financial aid $36,407 Average scholarships and grants for 2021-22 first-year students 74% of students complete research, internship, study abroad or other résumé-building experiences. WILL YOU BE COMPETITIVE IN THE JOB MARKET? Throughout your time at Whitworth, you’ll gain the hands-on experience and connections to pursue your professional goals; the critical thinking, communication and intercultural skills to succeed in a dynamic environment; and a community that will support you throughout your career. We’re with you every step of the way. INCOME PROFILE OF 2021-22 WHITWORTH FIRST-YEAR FAMILIES WHO FILED THE FAFSA
Mike Brose, parent of Annie ’25 “As a parent, you give 18 years of love and guidance to your child. I believe investing in Whitworth University provides your child the opportunities and experiences we, as parents, cannot provide. Students at Whitworth University are challenged by a rigorous academic program while maturing spiritually and socially.”HollyHelfrich, parent of Alexander ’22 and Andrew ’23
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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. Our financial aid counselors will work with you to make sure Whitworth is the right fit from the start so you can receive the most value from your investment.
“We only went down the road far enough with one or two other schools to get to the financial aid piece and found that Whitworth’s aid was comparable or better.”
“During my visit to Whitworth I had a one-on-one with a professor who said, ‘This isn’t about Whitworth or the degree you want. This is about who you are in your heart. Let’s talk about that.’ It was the first time touring schools that someone deeply cared about me as an individual and spent an hour talking about life advice.”
KAT DUARTE ’17, global product lead, Google
HANNAH SABIO-HOWELL ’18, communications specialist, Washington State Senate Weighing the cost of higher education is extremely important. Investing in a future of financial mobility and a lifetime of improved outcomes is important, too. Today, I have the privilege of setting aside a predetermined and comfortable amount of my paycheck every month to pay off my loans. I’m grateful to love the job that gives me that paycheck – a job that I’m in because of the skills and connections I built at Whitworth.
More support Your financial aid counselor is ready to answer your questions: 509.777.3215 or whitworth.edu/undergraduate-aidfinaid@whitworth.edu WE’RE HERE TO HELP. We are in this with you, and we want you to succeed. The bottom line: Your education is an investment, one that will only increase in value. Whitworth partners with students and families to help students access all of the resources available to pursue their college dreams, advance in their careers and maximize the return on their investment. 4+ years of career advising and resources from Center for Career & Professional Development 24/7 mentoring, tutoring and counseling at Student Success Center 4 years of individual advising by a professor in your major 1-year small-group seminar to help all incoming students transition successfully to Whitworth
