Established in 1887, Whittier College is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the suburban setting of the large town of Whittier (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), California. Officially accredited and/or recognized by the WASC Senior College and University Commission, Whittier College (WC) is a small (uniRank enrollment range: 2,000-2,999 students) coeducational higher education institution. Whittier College (WC) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees, master degrees, doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study matrix below for further details. This 132 years old higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic record and grades. The admission rate range is 60-70% making this US higher education organization a somewhat selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment.