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Anywhere you want to go

Meeting the Challenges of Today’s World

At Whitman College, you'll think critically about the complex issues facing our world. You'll develop impressive depth in your chosen major, but you'll also expand the ways you think and understand the world, preparing you to solve whatever challenges lie ahead. Whether you're ready to find a job you love, go to graduate school, or launch your own business, your Whitman experience will help you forge your own path.

What Are Our Alumni Doing?

From leading tech startups to founding nonprofits, our alumni make a difference across industries and passions. Get inspired by their stories and see how you can make your own impact on the world!

Where Can a Whitman Education Lead You?

64%
begin careers
20%
enroll in graduate school
6%
receive a prestigious fellowship
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What's Ahead?

We Can’t Say for Sure, but You’ll Be Ready!

With a Whitman education, you will be ready to take on the world and all of the opportunities that come with it. You will graduate with strong public speaking, the ability to think critically and an analytical mindset that can be transferred to any field you may choose in the future. No matter where your path takes you, a Whitman education provides the tools necessary for success.

Go Anywhere with a Degree from Whitman

Whitman graduates are truly making their mark in the world. From researching at Tesla, to caring for patients at Seattle Children's Hospital, and developing the future of social media at Snapchat, the opportunities are vast and varied. Wherever you want to go, a Whitman degree can get you there.

What’s Your Dream Internship? We’ll Pay for It!

Unlocking possibilities and connecting your skills and passions to what comes next is our commitment to you—made possible through the Whitman Internship Grant. Our Career and Community Engagement Center is here to help you not just with internships, but so much more! Let us be your source of motivation and resource for success.

Inspiring and Influential Alumni

Our alumni are a testament to the power of hard work, dedication, and ambition. Inspiring and influential in their respective fields, we take great pride in celebrating the accomplishments of our Whitman graduates. From entrepreneurs to academics to public servants, each alumnus is an example of excellence and success.

Fellowships & Grants

Our students are awarded some of the most sought-after fellowships, scholarships and grants each year to pursue meaningful work around the world. At Whitman, we provide guidance to identify and secure the ideal opportunity to match their passions, as well as support throughout the entire application process.

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.

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