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Where you belong
1,890
Undergraduate students
45 countries
Geographic representation
5%
International students
32%
Incoming students from Black, Indigenous and People of Color communities
65 Countries where students can study abroad
10:1
Student-faculty ratio
88%
Classes with fewer than 30 students
100%
Approval rate for OPT in the past seven years
100%
International alumni acceptance rate to one or more graduate programs in the past seven years
2024 U.S. NEWS RANKINGS (WESTERN U.S.)
No. 1
Best undergraduate teaching
No. 3
Best value
No. 7
Best regional universities
“Whitworth
has provided a great environment for me to grow both intellectually and spiritually. Under the dedicated mentorship of faculty, I have not just become proficient in my science, but have also developed a mindset of curiosity and exploration that I am sure will help me stay at the forefront of the rapid technological change of our age.”
– KRISTI SHAKA ’24, ALBANIA
Shaka majored in chemistry (biochemistry track) and is now enrolled in Whitworth’s Master of Business Administration program.
Invest in your future
RESEARCH OPPORTUNITIES
Undergraduate research is a priority at Whitworth. Collaborate with faculty members and students on cuttingedge research to cure diseases, work on projects for NASA, and present research at professional scientific conferences.
POST-GRADUATION OPTIONAL PRACTICAL TRAINING (OPT)
International students are eligible to apply to work for one to three years in the U.S. in their degree field to further their professional experience. One hundred percent of Whitworth grads who applied in the past seven years were approved for OPT and secured full-time positions.
INTERNSHIPS
Gain experience in your field of study and make important professional connections. Our career center and internship staff will guide you through the process.
GRADUATE SCHOOL
One hundred percent of Whitworth international student alumni who applied to graduate schools between 2018-24 were admitted to one or more programs in the U.S. and other countries. Recent admissions include Georgetown University, Yale University, Tufts University Medical School, University of Oxford, London School of Economics and University of Glasgow.
Centered on students
Whitworth wouldn’t be what it is without students from around the world. International students can expect to be active members of the campus community and find meaningful ways to connect and integrate.
INTERNATIONAL STUDENT SUPPORT SERVICES
INTERNATIONAL STUDENT ORIENTATION
Meet your fellow international students and prepare for living and studying at Whitworth with this extensive orientation before school starts.
AIRPORT ASSISTANCE
Whitworth provides airport information and assistance to all new students arriving in Spokane.
OFFICE OF INTERNATIONAL EDUCATION
The OIE offers comprehensive support and advising services.
SECURE CAMPUS, SAFE COMMUNITY
RESIDENCE HALL LEADERS
Each residence hall houses cultural-diversity advocates (CDAs) and resident assistants (RAs) to help international students become active in their living communities.
INTERNATIONAL PROGRAMMING
Programs and activities throughout the year promote cultural sharing and learning and foster an inclusive campus environment.
Students’ safety and well-being is our highest priority. Whitworth is ranked as one of the safest schools in the United States. We provide:
› 24-hour security
› Safety orientation for international students
› Free transportation to campus at night
› Keyless and tamper-proof locks for residence halls
› Emergency stations throughout campus
“Engaging in extracurricular activities at Whitworth has been transformative for me. As a member of the forensics team, I’ve sharpened my communication and critical thinking skills through nationwide speech and debate competitions. Similarly, involvement in the International Club has deepened my understanding of cultural diversity and provided a sense of belonging on campus.”
– DEBORA GENETI ’25, BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION MAJOR (ACCOUNTING CONCENTRATION), ETHIOPIA
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Visit whitworth.edu/apply to get started. Early Action applicants receive an early admissions decision and have the opportunity for priority consideration in housing and class registration.
INTERNATIONAL FIRST-YEAR DEADLINES
NOV. 15: EARLY ACTION I
JAN. 15: EARLY ACTION II
MARCH 1: REGULAR ADMISSION
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
Free Common App
Official high school transcript
Test scores
A test score is required of all international students. Applicants may submit one or more of the following: SAT/ACT, TOEFL/IELTS, DET, A-Levels, IB, ATAR, PTE or WASSCE.
INTERNATIONAL TRANSFER DEADLINES
SPRING SEMESTER
DEC. 1: REGULAR ADMISSION
FALL SEMESTER
JAN. 15: EARLY ACTION I
MARCH 1: EARLY ACTION II
JULY 1: REGULAR ADMISSION
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
Free Common App
Official transcript from all colleges/ universities attended
A World Education Services ICAP credential evaluation of all non-U.S. postsecondary institutions attended (wes.org)
We’re with you
WHITWORTH SCHOLARSHIPS: UP TO $30,000 PER YEAR
Whitworth offers generous scholarships based on your academic achievement and personal background. No application required and renewable up to four years.
OTHER RESOURCES:
International students are eligible to apply for part-time, on-campus jobs during the academic year. Whitworth offers more than 1,400 on-campus jobs.
Whitworth University is committed to delivering a mission-driven educational program that cultivates in students the capacity to engage effectively across myriad dimensions of diversity.
Whitworth University is committed to the fair and equal treatment of all students in its educational programs and activities. The university does not discriminate against students based on race, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, age, or disability and complies with all applicable federal or state non-discrimination laws in its instructional programs.
2024-25 COSTS
Tuition and fees: $52,880
Room and meals: $14,300
$36,823 Average aid for international first-year students
100% Incoming students receiving financial aid
$73.5 million Scholarships and grants for all students
“Whitworth
provided me with an immensely helpful financial aid package and a smooth transfer process, which was important since I had a community college degree. The small class sizes and personal connections with professors helped me navigate challenging courses.”
- AYUSH BHARATI ’22, BIOINFORMATICS MAJOR, NEPAL
Bioinformatics analyst for Rhode Island Hospital and Brown University
Majors & Programs
Choose from more than 100 majors and programs, or design your own major based on your academic interests and career goals. whitworth.edu/majors
Accounting, BBA
Air Force ROTC
American Studies, B.A.
Applied Mathematics, B.S. –Data Science, Mathematical Economics, Mathematical Finance
Applied Physics, B.A. Army ROTC
Art & Design, B.A. – Graphic Design, Two-Dimensional (Drawing/Painting, Printmaking), Three-Dimensional (Ceramics, Sculpture, Glass)
Art Education, B.A.
Art History, B.A.
Asian Studies
Athletic Coaching Bioinformatics, B.S. Biology, B.A., B.S. Biophysics, B.S. Business Management, BBA
Certificate of Vocational Development in Nursing Chemistry, B.A., B.S. –Biochemistry, Physical Chemistry, Pre-Pharmacy Chinese Communication, B.A. Communication & Culture Communication & Technology Computer Science, B.S. Creative Writing Criminology & Criminal Justice, B.A. Dance
Early Childhood Education Economics, BBA
Editing & Publishing
Education, B.A. – Elementary, Secondary, Special Education Education Studies, B.A. Engineering, B.S.
Engineering – Dual Degree Transfer Program
English, B.A.
English/Language Arts, B.A. Environmental Science, B.S. Environmental Studies, B.A. Ethics
Film & Visual Narrative Finance, BBA
French & Francophone Studies, B.A.
Front-End Design Development, B.A. George Whitworth Honors Graphic Design, B.A. Health Science, B.S. Health Science, B.S. –Pre-Athletic Training Health Science, B.A. –Pre-Occupational Therapy
History, B.A.
History/Social Studies, B.A. Human-Computer Interaction, B.A.
Individually Designed Major –B.A., B.S.
Interdisciplinary Computer Science, B.A.
International Studies, B.A. –Political Science Emphasis, History Emphasis
Journalism & Media Studies, B.A. Kinesiology, B.A. Latin American Studies
Law & Justice Leadership Literature Marketing, BBA
Mathematics, B.A., B.S.
Mathematics Education, B.A. Medieval & Early Modern Studies
Multi-Lingual Learner
Music, B.A. – Composition,
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Instrumental Performance, Jazz Performance, Music Ministry, Piano Pedagogy, Piano Performance, String Pedagogy, Voice Performance
Music Education, B.A. –Choral, Instrumental
Neuroscience, B.S. Peace Studies, B.A. Philosophy, B.A. Physics, B.A., B.S. Political Science, B.A.
Pre-Chiropractic
Pre-Dentistry
Pre-Law
Pre-Medical Technology
Pre-Medicine
Pre-Nursing
Pre-Occupational Therapy
Pre-Pharmacy
Pre-Physical Therapy
Pre-Physician Assistant Pre-Veterinary Psychology, B.A.
Public History
Reading Instruction
Sociology, B.A. – Global Sociology, Social Analysis, Social Work & Human Services
Spanish, B.A. – Language & Literature, Spanish Education
Speech Communication, B.A. Strategic Communication, B.A. TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages)
Theatre, B.A.
Theology, B.A. – Theology, Biblical Languages
U.S. Cultural Studies
Visual Communication
Women’s & Gender Studies
Worship Leadership
Writing Studies