Overview:

• Founded in 1887 as the Whittier School
• Became Whittier College in 1901
• Accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC)
• Notable alumni include:
  • Richard Nixon, 37th President of the United States
  • Helen Gahagan Douglas, U.S. Representative and Olympic fencer
  • Charles M. Schulz, creator of the Peanuts comic strip

Student Life:

• Over 2,000 undergraduate and graduate students
• 100+ student clubs and organizations
• 15 NCAA Division III sports teams
• Student support services include:
  • Counseling and Psychological Services
  • Disability Services
  • Health and Wellness Center
• Campus facilities include:
  • The Ruth B. Shannon Center for the Performing Arts
  • The Wardman Library
  • The Campus Recreation Center

Academics:

• Offers over 50 undergraduate majors and 10 graduate programs
• Faculty are experts in their fields and dedicated to teaching
• Teaching methodologies include:
  • Lectures
  • Discussions
  • Hands-on learning
• Academic support services include:
  • Writing Center
  • Math Lab
  • Tutoring
• Unique academic programs or initiatives include:
  • The Whittier Scholars Program
  • The Center for Community Engagement
  • The Institute for Global Studies

Top Reasons to Study Here:

• Ranked among the top regional universities in the West by U.S. News & World Report
• Specialized facilities include:
  • The Center for Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM)
  • The Center for the Arts
  • The Whittier Law School
• Industry connections through partnerships with local businesses and organizations
• Notable alumni network

Services:

• Health services include:
  • Primary care
  • Mental health counseling
  • Health education
• Housing options include:
  • On-campus residence halls
  • Off-campus apartments
• Library resources include:
  • Over 250,000 books and journals
  • Access to online databases
• Technology support includes:
  • Free Wi-Fi on campus
  • Computer labs
  • Technical support
• Career development services include:
  • Resume writing
  • Interview preparation
  • Job search assistance