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You’ll Matter Here
Welcome to Whitman
Grow. Think. Explore. Thrive.
Nestled at the foot of the Blue Mountains in Walla Walla, Washington, you’ll find a place like no other. Whitman College is a top-tier liberal arts school with accomplished and friendly faculty and passionate and curious students. Here, you can find endless support and opportunities in and outside the classroom—becoming your best self.
Whitman by the Numbers
9:1
You’ll get to know your professors and they’ll get to know you—and support you along the way.
60+
With more than 60 majors and programs, students have the freedom to explore interests, connect disciplines and chart their own academic path.
1:1
Whitman is recognized as a Tree Campus USA—it’s just one sign of how we care for our environment—a place where lives are changed.
What Makes Whitman Remarkable
From the moment you arrive on our beautiful campus, you’ll belong to a community that challenges you, supports you and wants the best for you. You’ll matter here—and you’ll make a difference.
Academic Programs
Environmental Studies
Majors & Programs
Anthropology
Art
Art History
Astronomy
Biochemistry, Biophysics & Molecular Biology
Biology
Chemistry
Chinese
Computer Science
Creative Writing
Engineering
Economics
English
Environmental Studies
Film & Media Studies
French & Francophone Studies
Geology
Gender Studies
German Studies
Global Literatures
Hispanic Studies
History
Japanese
Latin American Studies
Mathematics and Statistics
Music
Philosophy
Physics
Politics
Psychology
Race & Ethnic Studies
Religion
Rhetoric, Writing & Public Discourse
Sociology
South Asian & Middle Eastern Studies
Theater & Dance
Law, Culture & the Humanities
Global Studies Concentration
Forestry & Environmental Management
Oceanography
Human-Centered Design
Pre-Law
“Whitman encourages students to take risks with their learning. At Whitman, learning isn’t for the sake of passing a class but rather to critically challenge and understand the world around us.
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Tayva A.,
Rhetoric, Writing & Public Discourse major
from Colorado Springs, Colorado
Whitman Magazine
This issue highlights Whitties making an impact in their communities and around the world—from filmmakers to caregivers to coaches to entrepreneurs, Whitties shape the world in positive ways.
A Place Like No Other: Fall 2025 in Photos at Whitman College
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Take The Next Step
Our Admission team is excited to show prospective students all the opportunities that await them at Whitman—including top academics, career coaching and a caring community that truly wants them to thrive.
Not ready yet? Contact us to request more information.