What does Whitworth consider for admission?
As one of the most selective colleges in Washington, Whitworth University’s academic profile of entering freshmen, the freshman-to-sophomore retention rate, and the overall graduation rate are all well above national averages. The following factors will continue to be considered in evaluating applicants for admission: • High school record of academic rigor – we evaluate the courses taken and assess the difficulty of those courses in the context of each specific high school. • High school grades – high school GPA is a reliable predictor of college success. • Admission interview – meeting in person or speaking with an applicant on the phone helps brings the application file to life. This is required if a student chooses to not submit test scores. • Recommendations – teachers and counselors often have tremendous insight and can offer a perspective that helps us know an applicant better. • Extracurricular activities – Whitworth students tend to be very involved in campus and community life
