Whitman College Rankings by Salary Score™
Salary and Debt by Major at Whitman College
We calculated a Salary Score for each of Whitman College's programs by comparing program-specific median alumni earnings to median alumni earnings for the same program across all schools that provide this data. This way, students can compare the relative salary strength of a specific major at Whitman College to the same major at other schools. A school's overall score by level is based on the school's by-program performance weighted by student enrollment in each program. Data is sourced from the December 2020 release of the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and reflects median alumni debt upon graduation and median alumni earnings in the year after graduation for students who received federal financial aid. Debt and salary numbers are shown rounded to the nearest $10.
Salary Score ™ for Whitman College Bachelor's Degrees
| Field of Study | Employment Rate | Median Debt | Median Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Biochemistry, Biophysics and Molecular Biology | Not Reported | $25,190 | |
| Biology, General | $17,400 | $20,140 | |
| Economics | $19,120 | $38,830 | |
| English Language and Literature, General | Not Reported | $25,190 | |
| Film/Video and Photographic Arts | Not Reported | $25,190 | |
| Fine and Studio Arts | Not Reported | $20,140 | |
| Political Science and Government | $15,280 | $22,490 | |
| Psychology, General | $14,000 | $35,060 | |
| Sociology | Not Reported | $33,990 | |
| Visual and Performing Arts, General | Not Reported | $37,570 |
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Throughout my application process, I felt truly supported by Whitman’s community, especially by the current students who were so helpful in guiding my decision. As an international student, I found an incredible network of resources here, and the support systems in place made my transition much smoother. The CCEC has been particularly helpful in assisting me with opportunities and growth. I’ve always felt valued and included as an individual, which has made Whitman feel like a second home to me.
Whitman professors are easy to talk to and highly qualified. I often meet with my professors to ask questions from class and just talk about my reflections on what we're learning. To me, small classes means more discussion, participation, and sense of shared learning. I really like my politics classes right now. Recently, we had an indigenous activist Zoom in and give a very informative lecture for my Politics of Indigeneity class. Interesting clubs and chances to volunteer. I helped out with weeding to support... Read More