Walla Walla University: Statistics
Updated:
| Position | Category |
|---|---|
| #4535 of 14,131 | In the World |
| #1256 of 2,597 | In North America |
| #1180 of 2,496 | In the United States |
| #20 of 57 | In Washington |
| #3004 of 3,409 | For Wildlife and Fisheries Management & Conservation |
Quick Review
- Religion
- Seventh Day Adventist
- Acceptance rate
- 100%
- Undergraduates
- 1,266
- Graduates
- 131
- Male:Female Ratio
- 48:52
- Control
- Private
not-for-profit - Highest Degree
- Doctor's degree
- Website
- www.wallawalla.edu
Walla Walla University Acceptance rate and admissions statistics
Walla Walla University has an acceptance rate of 100% and is among the 23% of the easiest universities to gain admission to in the United States. The university reports the admission statistics without distinguishing between local and international students.
131 students enrolled in some distance education courses.
5 enrolled exclusively in distance education.
Admissions requirements
Walla Walla University has an open admission policy (non-competitive). The only requirement is a certificate of attendance or a highschool diploma or a General Educational Development certificate.
Enrollment demographics by race or ethnicity
| White | 693 (50%) |
|---|---|
| Hispanic | 319 (23%) |
| Two or more races | 127 (9%) |
| Nonresident Alien | 110 (8%) |
| Asian | 70 (5%) |
| Black or African American | 46 (3%) |
| Race or Ethnicity unknown | 15 (1%) |
| Native Hawaiian or other Pacific Islander | 14 (1%) |
Costs per year: Tuition, Housing, Fees
The average net cost to attend Walla Walla University is $26,001 per year, calculated as the sum of the average cost of tuition, room and board, books, and supplies, reduced by the amount of average financial aid received.
The final cost of attendance varies for each student based on household income, residency, program, and other factors.
Average costs by household income
| <$30K | $17,833 |
|---|---|
| $30-48K | $17,578 |
| $48-75K | $21,728 |
| $75-110K | $25,322 |
| $110K+ | $28,840 |
Tuition and fees
| Undergraduates | Graduates | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition in-district | $31,899 | $27,105 |
| Tuition in-state | $31,899 | $27,105 |
| Tuition out-of-state | $31,899 | $27,105 |
| Fee in-district | $1,128 | $363 |
| Fee in-state | $1,128 | $363 |
| Fee out-of-state | $1,128 | $363 |
Room and board costs
| Dormitory capacity | 969 |
|---|---|
| Combined charge for room and board | $10,416 |
| Room charge | $5,031 |
| Meal charge | $5,385 |
Walla Walla University majors
Walla Walla University has granted 366 bachelor's degrees across 43 programs, 77 master's across 4 programs, and 12 doctorate degrees in Social Work. Below is a table with majors that lead to degrees at Walla Walla University.
| Major | Associate | Bachelor | Master | Doctoral |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Social Work | 13 | 67 | 12 | |
| Registered Nursing & Registered Nurse | 61 | |||
| Business Administration and Management, General | 42 | |||
| Business & Commerce, General | 7 | 26 | ||
| Biology & Biological Sciences, General | 19 | 4 | ||
| Mechanical Engineering | 19 | |||
| Computer Science | 13 | |||
| Health Services & Allied Health & Health Sciences, General | 13 | |||
| Psychology, General | 11 | |||
| Airline & Commercial & Professional Pilot and Flight Crew | 10 | |||
| Industrial and Product Design | 1 | 9 | ||
| Elementary Education and Teaching | 9 | |||
| Public Relations & Image Management | 8 | |||
| Secondary Education and Teaching | 8 | |||
| Civil Engineering, General | 7 | |||
| Computer Engineering, General | 7 | |||
| General Studies | 7 | |||
| History, General | 7 | |||
| Electrical and Electronics Engineering | 6 | |||
| Biochemistry | 5 | |||
| English Language and Literature, General | 5 | |||
| Exercise Science and Kinesiology | 5 | |||
| Speech Communication and Rhetoric | 3 | 2 | ||
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies & Technicians, Other | 5 | |||
| Art & Art Studies, General | 4 | |||
| Aviation & Airway Management and Operations | 4 | |||
| Bioengineering and Biomedical Engineering | 4 | |||
| Forensic Psychology | 4 | |||
| Humanities & Humanistic Studies | 4 | |||
| Pre-Physical Therapy Studies | 4 | |||
| Theology & Theological Studies | 4 | |||
| Curriculum and Instruction | 3 | |||
| Graphic Design | 3 | |||
| Liberal Arts and Sciences & Liberal Studies | 3 | |||
| Mass Communication & Media Studies | 3 | |||
| Mathematics, General | 3 | |||
| Music, General | 3 | |||
| Religion & Religious Studies | 3 | |||
| Spanish Language and Literature | 3 | |||
| Dental Services and Allied Professions, Other | 2 | |||
| Music Pedagogy | 2 | |||
| Radio and Television | 2 | |||
| Automobile & Automotive Mechanics Technology & Technician | 1 | |||
| Chemistry, General | 1 | |||
| International Business & Trade & Commerce | 1 | |||
| Physical Education Teaching and Coaching | 1 | |||
| Physics, General | 1 | |||
| Public Health Education and Promotion | 1 | |||
| Grand Total | 20 | 366 | 77 | 12 |
Walla Walla University has a graduation rate of 64%, which is among the 33% highest for universities in the US.
| Total | Men | Women | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Graduation rate | 64% | 63% | 65% |
| |||
Publications & Citations
Walla Walla University has published 465 scientific papers with 4,990 citations received. The research profile covers a range of fields, including Liberal Arts & Social Sciences, Environmental Science, Biology, Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, Computer Science, Medicine, Geology, and Ecology.
Publication / Citation count by topic
Annual publication & citation counts
| Year | Publications | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| 1992 | 3 | 32 |
| 1993 | 2 | 38 |
| 1994 | 5 | 62 |
| 1995 | 4 | 35 |
| 1996 | 13 | 48 |
| 1997 | 4 | 47 |
| 1998 | 4 | 38 |
| 1999 | 2 | 53 |
| 2000 | 3 | 68 |
| 2001 | 6 | 58 |
| 2002 | 3 | 67 |
| 2003 | 10 | 55 |
| 2004 | 8 | 67 |
| 2005 | 4 | 64 |
| 2006 | 6 | 62 |
| 2007 | 7 | 73 |
| 2008 | 9 | 142 |
| 2009 | 10 | 127 |
| 2010 | 8 | 130 |
| 2011 | 11 | 147 |
| 2012 | 12 | 188 |
| 2013 | 8 | 210 |
| 2014 | 10 | 205 |
| 2015 | 15 | 189 |
| 2016 | 10 | 212 |
| 2017 | 12 | 229 |
| 2018 | 19 | 199 |
| 2019 | 12 | 232 |
| 2020 | 25 | 218 |
| 2021 | 18 | 219 |
| 2022 | 18 | 265 |
| 2023 | 28 | 345 |
| 2024 | 23 | 302 |
Notable alumni
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Jeri Ellsworth
- Occupations
- inventorauthorentrepreneurcomputer scientistengineer
- Biography
-
Jeri Janet Ellsworth is an American entrepreneur, computer chip designer and inventor. She gained fame in 2004 for creating a complete Commodore 64 emulator system on a chip housed within a joystick, called Commodore 30-in-1 Direct to TV. It runs 30 video games from the 1980s, and at peak, sold over 70,000 units in a single day via the QVC shopping channel.
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Pamela C. Rasmussen
- Years
- 1959-.. (age 66)
- Enrolled in Walla Walla University
- Studied in 1983
- Occupations
- ornithologistzoologistuniversity teacher
- Biography
-
Pamela Cecile Rasmussen is an American ornithologist and expert on Asian birds. She was formerly a research associate at the Smithsonian Institution in Washington, D.C., and is based at the Michigan State University. She is associated with other major centers of research in the United States and the United Kingdom.
General info
| Alternative names | WWC Walla Walla College |
|---|---|
| Founded | 1892 |
| Motto | A community of faith and discovery committed to excellence in thought, generosity in service, beauty in expression and faith in God |
| Colors | forest green, mountain ash, orange-red |
| Academic calendar | September to August (September - December; January-March; March-June; June August) |
| Total FTE staff | 221 |
| Carnegie classification | Master's Colleges & Universities: Medium Programs |
Location and contacts
| Address | 204 S College Ave College Place, Washington, 99324-1198 United States |
|---|---|
| City population | 10,000 |
| Phone | 5095272615 |