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- School Code: 134200
- Phone: (805) 565-6000
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ACCEPTANCE RATE
57.11%FINANCIAL AID RATE
97%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
11:1FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$30,002Average 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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Law Program
The law degree program at Whittier College prepares students seeking a future in the independent professional practice of law, which includes instructions for taking state and national bar examinations. Students will also learn advanced research in jurisprudence. Students of the law degree program will have focused on courses in the theory and practice of the legal system, including the statutory, administrative, and judicial components of civil and criminal law. Get more details below including other California colleges that offer law program.
The Law program at Whittier College is accredited by the American Bar Association, Council of the Section of Legal Education and Admissions to the Bar for more than 47 years.
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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 Law Program
Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Whittier College offers a doctorate degree program in law.
Students by Gender (2019)
Graduates | |
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Male | 19 |
Female | 31 |
Students by Race (2019)
Graduates | |
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American Indian | 1 |
Asian | 4 |
Black | 2 |
Hispanic | 20 |
White | 14 |
Multiple Races | 3 |
Non Resident Alien | 3 |
Unknown | 3 |
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
Students who have completed the Law program at Whittier College, have entered into some of these more popular career paths listed below:Lawyers
Description
Represent clients in criminal and civil litigation and other legal proceedings, draw up legal documents, or manage or advise clients on legal transactions. May specialize in a single area or may practice broadly in many areas of law.
Career Outlook & Projections (
)
According to the BLS, lawyers employment is expected to grow at a rate of 5.6% from 2014 to 2024
Salary & Wages
- Santa Maria-Santa Barbara, CA
- Total Employment: 430
- Average Hourly Rate: $66.94
- Average Annual Salary: $139230
Judicial Law Clerks
Description
Assist judges in court or by conducting research or preparing legal documents.
Administrative Law Judges, Adjudicators, and Hearing Officers
Description
Conduct hearings to recommend or make decisions on claims concerning government programs or other government-related matters. Determine liability, sanctions, or penalties, or recommend the acceptance or rejection of claims or settlements.
Career Outlook & Projections (
)
According to the BLS, administrative law judges, adjudicators, and hearing officers employment is expected to shrink at a rate of -3.6% from 2014 to 2024
Arbitrators, Mediators, and Conciliators
Description
Facilitate negotiation and conflict resolution through dialogue. Resolve conflicts outside of the court system by mutual consent of parties involved.
Career Outlook & Projections (
)
According to the BLS, arbitrators, mediators, and conciliators employment is expected to grow at a rate of 9.2% from 2014 to 2024
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
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