Whitworth University
Spokane, Washington · Private
Whitworth University admitted 87% of 4,740 applicants (IPEDS, fall 2023). First-year students who sent the SAT scored 1100–1320 in the middle half. Test scores are optional. 68% of students graduate within six years.
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Application deadlines
Whitworth University’s first-year deadlines for 2026–27 on the Common App:
- Early action
- November 15, 2026
- Early action II
- January 15, 2027
- Regular decision
- March 1, 2027
The application is free.
Deadlines end at 11:59 p.m. in your own time zone. From Common App’s requirements grid, updated September 25, 2026. Check Whitworth University’s admissions site before you submit. See every college’s deadlines or early decision vs. early action.
What it costs
Full price with housing is $69,213 a year. After grants, students paid $27,491 on average.
Average price after grants, by family income:
Quick answers
What is Whitworth University’s acceptance rate?
Whitworth University admitted 87% of applicants: 4,113 of 4,740 (IPEDS, fall 2023).
When is Whitworth University’s early action deadline?
For 2026–27, early action is due November 15, 2026, early action II is due January 15, 2027, and regular decision is due March 1, 2027. Common App deadlines end at 11:59 p.m. in your own time zone.
What SAT score do you need for Whitworth University?
The middle half of admitted students who sent the SAT scored 1100 to 1320, with a median around 1210. A score at or above 1210 puts you in the top half of admitted students who sent one.
How much is Whitworth University’s application fee?
The application is free for 2026–27.
Does Whitworth University have supplemental essays?
Yes. For 2026–27, Whitworth University asks 2 questions of its own on top of the main essay (one writing sample, up to 800 words, plus an optional reflection, up to 250). Its supplemental essays page lists each one word for word with the word limit.
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