by our College Data Analytics TeamIs Whitworth worth the money? College Factual’s value analysis weighs the quality of education against the cost. Here is the verdict.
Whitworth is ranked #2,420 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of A (top 15% for value). Within Washington, it ranks #49 of 65 for value.
These Whitworth majors earned the highest value rankings from College Factual.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| Biological & Physical Sciences | #28 of 35 |
| Biological & Physical Science | #28 of 35 |
| Bachelor's Degree | #28 of 35 |
| Economics | #215 of 304 |
| General Economics | #215 of 304 |
| General Chemistry | #286 of 345 |
| Chemistry | #289 of 348 |
| Physical Sciences | #289 of 348 |
| Speech Communication | #305 of 396 |
| Secondary Education | #329 of 404 |
Below is the detailed Whitworth 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.
Whitworth University is ranked #14 out of #68 in Washington for quality and #49 out of #65 for Washington value.
Live in-state? You may qualify for a reduced price. Check the Whitworth financial aid page to be sure.
Whitworth University is ranked #2,420 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
Compared to its peers, Whitworth University is underpriced for the quality of education it provides, earning it a great value recognition.
Averaged across all students — those who receive aid and those who pay full price — a year at Whitworth costs about $27,796. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $111,185 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $68,612 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $26,534 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $27,796 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $111,185 |
*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 Whitworth net price and the factors that affect it.
What Whitworth costs you depends on how much aid you receive, so few students fit perfectly into averages.
Here is how the estimated 4-year cost of a Whitworth 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 | $274,448 | — | — |
| All Students | $111,185 | #2,420 | A |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $106,136 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $274,448 | — | — |
| All Students | $111,185 | #49 | D+ |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $106,136 | — | — |
*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 Whitworth shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $16,492 |
| $30K–$48K | $17,727 |
| $48K–$75K | $20,336 |
| $75K–$110K | $29,657 |
| Over $110K | $33,339 |
About 97% of Whitworth undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $37,246 per year. Get more details on the Whitworth financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual calculates value by comparing the average Whitworth cost of a degree against other schools of a similar quality. If the school is priced fairly for the educational quality it provides, it receives a fair ranking; if it is underpriced, it earns a good or excellent value.
Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.