Whitman College
About
Located in the vibrant, scenic town of Walla Walla, Washington, Whitman College is a premier residential liberal arts institution renowned for its rigorous, undergraduate-only focus and particularly strong programs in the natural sciences, environmental studies, and economics. The campus culture is exceptionally collaborative and active, characterized by intellectually curious students who seamlessly balance high-level academic research with a deep engagement in local community service. What truly sets Whitman apart is its historic commitment to Pacific Northwest exploration through its nationally recognized Outdoor Program and the "First-Year Seminars," a unique shared academic foundation that fosters critical inquiry and tight-knit peer discussion from day one.
Wikipedia:Whitman College is a private liberal arts college in Walla Walla, Washington. The school offers 53 majors and 33 minors in the liberal arts, and it has a student-to-faculty ratio of 9:1.
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Whitman College accepts the Common Application. All Common App schools require the personal statement essay. Some schools also require supplemental essays — check the school's page on Common App for current prompts and word limits.
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