Cost Details
- In-State Tuition
- $49,864
- Out-of-State Tuition
- $49,864
- Average Net Price
- $29,871
- Students Receiving Financial Aid
- 31.9%
- Room & Board (On Campus)
- $15,623
- Room & Board (Off Campus)
- $9,300
- Books & Supplies
- $1,000
- Total Cost of Attendance
- $66,487
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $24,937
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $264/mo
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 67.3%
- Students Taking Federal Loans
- 58.5%
- Pell Grant Recipients
- 31.9%
Net Price by Family Income
Average annual net price after grants and scholarships. Source: U.S. Department of Education
| Family Income | Average Net Price |
|---|---|
| $0 – $30,000 | $22,678 |
| $30,001 – $48,000 | $30,119 |
| $48,001 – $75,000 | $28,096 |
| $75,001 – $110,000 | $27,433 |
| $110,001+ | $35,090 |
Cost Estimator
Cost Overview
Most families at Whittier College pay far less than the $66,487 sticker price. Students from families earning under $30,000 pay an average of $22,678 per year, while those from wealthier families earning over $110,000 pay about $35,090 annually. The middle-income sweet spot hits families earning $75,000 to $110,000, who pay just $27,433. Over four years, expect total costs ranging from $91,000 to $140,000 depending on your family's income. About 32% of students receive institutional grants averaging $34,623, which explains why the net price drops so much below the listed tuition of $49,864.
Graduates leave with a median debt of $24,937, translating to monthly payments of $264. With median earnings hitting $59,492 ten years after graduation, that debt load stays manageable. The best financial deal goes to middle and lower-income families, especially those in the $75,000 to $110,000 range who qualify for significant aid but don't hit the highest net price tier.
Graduates leave with a median debt of $24,937, translating to monthly payments of $264. With median earnings hitting $59,492 ten years after graduation, that debt load stays manageable. The best financial deal goes to middle and lower-income families, especially those in the $75,000 to $110,000 range who qualify for significant aid but don't hit the highest net price tier.
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