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ACCEPTANCE RATE

57.11%

FINANCIAL AID RATE

97%

STUDENT TEACHER RATIO

11:1

FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.

$30,002

Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students

Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid

Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition

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Child Development Degree

The child development program at Whittier College prepares students for careers in child care centers, special needs programs, in home care, family child care, school age care, preschools, and recreational programs. The program focuses on the intellectual, social, emotional, and biological development of children and the planning and design of human services. Program courses include: parent-child relations, parenting practices, special needs of children, parental and environmental influences on child development, external support services, and public policy issues. Get more details below including other California colleges that offer child development degrees.

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Whittier College

955 La Paz Rd, Santa Barbara, CA

About
Whittier College, located in Whittier, California, is private four year liberal arts institution founded in 1887. The school was founded based on Quaker principles, and has one of the most diverse student bodies in the United States, with students having different ethnic, religious, and socio-economic backgrounds. The school offers over 30 programs of study and has an annual enrollment of approximately 1500 students, with 1300 hundred enrolled in the undergraduate program. The most notable alumnus of the school is late former president Richard Nixon, a California native and quaker.

Academics
Whittier College offers over thirty major and minor programs, allowing students to pursue the academic program that best suits his or her goals. As a liberal arts institution, the school promotes interdisciplinary education with a foundation based on the Quaker principles of personal growth and development. Students, particularly sophomores and seniors, are encouraged to meet with their teachers and defending their ideas and challenging ideas proposed by professors.

Programs offered include:

Admissions and Financial Aid
Students interested in enrollment at Whittier College must complete the application for admission, along with the essay, teacher recommendations, transcripts and SAT scores. The application submitted will be reviewed by the school and a decision rendered regarding admission. If admitted, the student will be notified and given the information necessary for freshman students.

Financial aid is available in the form of loans, grants and scholarships. Students in need of financial assistance must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), which will be used to determine need, eligibility and awards. California residents may also apply for the CalGrant program. Students may also be required to provide additional financial information to ensure the FAFSA is accurate.

Students Enrolled in the Child Development Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Whittier College offers a bachelor's degree program in child development.

Students by Gender (2019)

 Graduates
Male0
Female26

Students by Race (2019)

 Graduates
American Indian1
Hispanic17
White8

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Upon completion of the Child Development program at Whittier College, most students have pursued careers in the following fields:

Farm and Home Management Advisors

Description

Advise, instruct, and assist individuals and families engaged in agriculture, agricultural-related processes, or home economics activities. Demonstrate procedures and apply research findings to solve problems; and instruct and train in product development, sales, and the use of machinery and equipment to promote general welfare. Includes county agricultural agents, feed and farm management advisors, home economists, and extension service advisors.

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).

Admission Requirements & Details

The admission details below may give you an idea of the applicants Whittier College accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP or college credits that may be transferred.

College Credits Accepted

  • AP Course Credits
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Academics & Student Services

Student Services

To help students and alumni, Whittier College may provide student services like:

  • Online classes
  • Remedial courses
  • Counseling assistance
  • Work study style employment
  • Assisting students to find work

Intercollegiate Athletics

Whittier College is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports being in the NCAA Division III with football classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:

  • Baseball (Southern California Intercoll Ath Conf)
  • Basketball (Southern California Intercoll Ath Conf)
  • Football (Southern California Intercoll Ath Conf)
  • Golf
  • Lacrosse
  • Soccer
  • Softball
  • Swimming and Diving
  • Tennis
  • Track and Field, Outdoor
  • Track and Field, X-Country
  • Volleyball
  • Water Polo