Whitworth UniversityWhitworth University is a private, Christian college of liberal arts located in Spokane, Washington, United States. It was established in the year 1890. The campus spreads across an area of 200 acres. The institution provides bachelor and master degrees in a wide variety of academic disciplines. Whitworth University's Student Enrolment has national and international students from over 25 states in the U. S. and 15 countries around the world. The university also offers students oportunities for studying abroad. Whitworth University's athletics department fields more than 12 men's and women's sports teams. They compete in the Northwest Conference of National Collegiate Athletic Association. They are nicknamed the Pirates and participate in sports such as swimming, basket ball, cross country, and tennis, among others. Profile of Whitworth UniversityWhitworth University can be found in Spokane, WA (a large suburb). One of the defining characteristics of the school is its status as a Presbyterian Church (USA) school. Whitworth University is a private, not-for-profit institution. The Master's degree is the highest degree at the school. Course Topics The range of program offerings available from Whitworth University is especially impressive compared to its number of students. The most common majors at the school are in mathematics, music, and art studies. Whitworth University Selectivity Whitworth University does not have an open admissions system. Not everyone who applies is accepted. The school turned down 51% of potential students in 2007. Only 25% of students scored 550 or lower in 2007 on the verbal SAT test. Math SAT scores at Whitworth University centered around 560 to 650, but ranged both higher and lower. FacultyA tenure system is one way the school works to keep a high-quality staff. Student Enrolment In 2007, 2, 607 students were enrolled in Whitworth University. Student LifeFull-time students are the norm at the school. Student dorms or apartments are common at Whitworth University. The school student athletes compete in Northwest Conference competitions. The school reports its educational mission is: "Whitworth University is a private, residential, liberal arts institution, affiliated with the Presbyterian Church (U. S. A. ). Whitworth's mission is to provide its diverse Student Enrolment an education of the mind and heart, equipping its graduates to honor God, follow Christ, and serve humanity. This mission is carried out by a community of Christian scholars committed to excellent teaching and to the integration of faith and learning. " Whitworth University Programs and Degrees
Contact: Whitworth UniversityWhitworth University 300 W Hawthorne Rd Spokane, WA 99251 General Phone: (509) 777-1000 http: //www.whitworth.edu | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
