Whittier College: what international applicants need

What are Whittier College's application deadlines for 2026–27?

Whittier College has one application deadline for 2026–27: Early Action on November 15, 2026. It also admits on a rolling basis.

• Deadlines are usually 11:59 pm in your own time zone, unless the university says otherwise on its site.

What is Whittier College's acceptance rate?

80.8% for students who started in fall 2024: Whittier College admitted 3,860 of its 4,778 first-year applicants.

• The rate covers all first-year applicants, US and international: the federal data doesn't give a separate rate for international applicants.
• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 admissions (provisional release). Source

Does Whittier College require the SAT or ACT for international applicants?

No. Whittier College is test-optional for 2026–27: you decide whether to send SAT or ACT scores.

• This is the policy listed for all first-year applicants. Some universities treat international students differently, so confirm it on the testing page.
• For the Early Action deadline (November 15, 2026), the last international SAT whose scores come out in time is October 3, 2026: scores on October 16, 2026, registration by September 18, 2026 (late registration September 22, 2026).
• Official score reports can take a few more days to reach universities.

How much is Whittier College's application fee for international students?

Whittier College charges no application fee, for international and US applicants alike.

Which English tests does Whittier College accept?

Whittier College lists the TOEFL iBT, IELTS Academic, Duolingo English Test, PTE Academic, and Cambridge English as accepted English proficiency tests for 2026–27.

• Minimum scores and exemptions (for example if you studied in English) are set by the university: check its international page.

Does Whittier College accept the Duolingo English Test?

Yes. The Duolingo English Test is among the English tests Whittier College accepts for 2026–27.

How many recommendation letters does Whittier College require?

Whittier College requires one teacher recommendation and a counselor recommendation for 2026–27.

• Whatever the letters, your school sends the School Report and, after graduation, the Final Report: the Common App says every university requires them.

Does Whittier College require the Common App personal essay?

Yes. Whittier College requires the Common App personal essay (250 to 650 words) for 2026–27.

How many international students does Whittier College have?

102 of Whittier College's 769 undergraduates were international students (US nonresidents) in fall 2024: 13.3%.

• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 enrollment (provisional release). Source

How much does Whittier College cost for international students?

Whittier College's published tuition and fees for 2024–25 were $51,350, the same for every student. On-campus food and housing was $17,082. With books and other expenses, a year cost about $70,432 before any financial aid.

• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Published charges for 2024–25. Costs usually rise each year: check the university's site for 2027–28. Source