Whittier College Domestic Students Acceptance Rate

Whittier College's domestic acceptance rate for the application year 2024 stands at an impressive 85.5%, with 1,411 applicants and 1,206 being accepted. This marks a significant increase from the previous year (2023), where the acceptance rate was 75.8% with 3,141 applicants. Over the last several years, acceptance rates have generally fluctuated, with 75.4% for 2022 and 81.9% for 2021, but the recent jump in acceptance reflects a more favorable admission climate. In contrast, the application year 2020 saw a much lower acceptance rate of 57.2% with 3,653 applicants, highlighting a substantial improvement in 2024.