by our College Data Analytics TeamCollege Factual’s Best for the Money Rankings compare the quality of a Whitman degree with its cost to decide whether the school is asking a fair price. Here is how Whitman measures up.
Whitman is ranked #2,987 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of F. Within Washington, it ranks #58 of 65 for value.
Among the majors Whitman offers, these rank best for value nationally.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| Economics | #23 of 25 |
| Other Political Science & Government | #41 of 44 |
| Biochemistry & Molecular Biology | #48 of 52 |
| Psychology | #98 of 109 |
| Political and Social Sciences | #224 of 235 |
| Biochemistry, Biophysics & Molecular Biology | #247 of 273 |
| Biology | #247 of 273 |
| General Economics | #269 of 304 |
| Sociology | #401 of 431 |
| Political Science | #541 of 592 |
Below is the detailed Whitman value breakdown: state and national value rankings, the real cost of a degree, and how the price stacks up against the aid most students receive.
Whitman College is ranked #9 out of #58 in Washington for quality and #58 out of #65 for Washington value.
Do you qualify for in-state tuition? Check the Whitman financial aid page to be sure.
Whitman College is ranked #2,987 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
Based on our analysis of other colleges at similar price points, Whitman College is overpriced for the quality of education it provides.
Averaged across all students — those who receive aid and those who pay full price — a year at Whitman costs about $36,898. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $147,591 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $78,122 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $33,313 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $36,898 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $147,591 |
*The average cost weights the net price paid by aid recipients against the sticker price paid by everyone else. The 4-year figure assumes the standard bachelor's length; your actual time to graduate and price may differ.
There are many ways to lower the cost of a college education. Consider in-state tuition, transfer credits, or finishing your degree faster. Learn more about Whitman net price and the factors that affect it.
The price you actually pay depends on your circumstances — most students do not pay the full sticker price.
Here is how the estimated 4-year cost of a Whitman degree breaks down by aid group, against its national value ranking.
| Nationwide Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $312,488 | — | — |
| All Students | $147,591 | #2,987 | F |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $133,252 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $312,488 | — | — |
| All Students | $147,591 | #58 | F |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $133,252 | — | — |
*College Factual publishes a single overall value ranking (the All Students row). The cost rows show what each aid group pays toward the same degree.
You can also see how the average net price at Whitman shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $19,307 |
| $30K–$48K | $19,724 |
| $48K–$75K | $28,426 |
| $75K–$110K | $27,829 |
| Over $110K | $47,254 |
About 92% of Whitman undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $37,864 per year. Get more details on the Whitman financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual determines value by weighing a school’s average total cost against its educational quality, then comparing it to other schools in the same quality tier. See the Whitman net price page for the cost detail.
Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.