Independent Colleges Of Washington Presentation 2009

Gonzaga University Heritage University Pacific Lutheran University Saint Martin’s University Seattle Pacific University Seattle University University of Puget Sound Walla Walla University Whitman College Whitworth University Washington Council of High School-College Relations Fall Counselor Workshops 2009 Consider All Options At Washington’s Independent Colleges

Independent Colleges are Committed Gonzaga University Heritage University Pacific Lutheran University Saint Martin’s University Seattle Pacific University Seattle University University of Puget Sound Walla Walla University Whitman College Whitworth University Diversity in Student Body, Location and Mission High Quality, Personalized Programs and Facilities Graduating Successful Students, On Time and Prepared Comprehensive Student Aid and Affordability

Independent College Students Gonzaga University Heritage University Pacific Lutheran University Saint Martin’s University Seattle Pacific University Seattle University University of Puget Sound Walla Walla University Whitman College Whitworth University Nearly 40,000 students enrolled each year About 2/3rds are from Washington state Representing every county in the state From all socio-economic and cultural backgrounds

Diverse Student Body Gonzaga University Heritage University Pacific Lutheran University Saint Martin’s University Seattle Pacific University Seattle University University of Puget Sound Walla Walla University Whitman College Whitworth University

Successful Students Gonzaga University Heritage University Pacific Lutheran University Saint Martin’s University Seattle Pacific University Seattle University University of Puget Sound Walla Walla University Whitman College Whitworth University Independent Colleges award a quarter of baccalaureate and higher degrees in the state Nearly 80% of students who graduate do so in 4 years or less

Comprehensive Student Aid Gonzaga University Heritage University Pacific Lutheran University Saint Martin’s University Seattle Pacific University Seattle University University of Puget Sound Walla Walla University Whitman College Whitworth University Over 90% of students receive financial aid at Independent Colleges Nearly 80% is need based aid A quarter receive the State Need Grant and/or Pell Grant

Look at Net Tuition Gonzaga University Heritage University Pacific Lutheran University Saint Martin’s University Seattle Pacific University Seattle University University of Puget Sound Walla Walla University Whitman College Whitworth University Average Tuition, Room and Board: $33,500 - Average Financial Aid Package: $29,150 Net Tuition: $4,350 Apply to the best fit, then compare the numbers

Independent Colleges of Washington Can Help Gonzaga University Heritage University Pacific Lutheran University Saint Martin’s University Seattle Pacific University Seattle University University of Puget Sound Walla Walla University Whitman College Whitworth University Guidance for Students and Families through ProjectOpportunity.net Public Policy Information on www.ICWashington.org Scholarships for students attending member colleges

Gonzaga University Heritage University Pacific Lutheran University Saint Martin’s University Seattle Pacific University Seattle University University of Puget Sound Walla Walla University Whitman College Whitworth University

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Gonzaga University Heritage University Pacific Lutheran University Saint Martin’s University Seattle Pacific University Seattle University University of Puget Sound Walla Walla University Whitman College Whitworth University Gonzaga University www.gonzaga.edu (800) 322-2584 Heritage University www.heritage.edu (888) 272-6190 Pacific Lutheran University www.plu.edu (800) 274-6758 Saint Martin’s University www.stmartin.edu (800) 368-8803 Seattle Pacific University www.spu.edu (800) 366-3344 Seattle University www.seattleu.edu (800) 426-7123 University of Puget Sound www.pugetsound.edu (800) 396-7191 Walla Walla University www.wallawalla.edu (800) 541-8900 Whitman College www.whitman.edu (877) 462-9448 Whitworth University www.whitworth.edu (800) 533-4668

Member School Highlights Gonzaga University Heritage University Pacific Lutheran University Saint Martin’s University Seattle Pacific University Seattle University University of Puget Sound Walla Walla University Whitman College Whitworth University

Whitman College Walla Walla, WA

Founded 1882. Enrollment: 1,450 from 45 states and 30 nations; Student-faculty ratio: 9:1; Average class size:15. About 75 percent of Whitman students live on campus.

Overall graduation rate of 88 percent and first-year to sophomore retention rate of 94 percent – both among the highest in the nation.

Facilities reflect Whitman’s excellence and devotion to students: the library, health center and computer labs are open 24/7, a $15.5 million renovation to the athletic center was completed in 2009, and a new visual arts center opened in 2008.

Award-winning students include 43 Fulbright recipients since 1999 as well as three Udall recipients, two National Science Foundation recipients, one Watson Fellow, one Emerson Hunger Fellow and two Truman finalists in 2009.

Gonzaga University Gonzaga University Heritage University Pacific Lutheran University Saint Martin’s University Seattle Pacific University Seattle University University of Puget Sound Walla Walla University Whitman College Whitworth University

Gonzaga University enrolled 1240 first-year students; it’s largest in its 123 year history and within the top three academic profiles

The new class is the most diverse; nearly 20% of students are from under-represented backgrounds

Gonzaga’s Biology, Chemistry and Biochemistry departments have received prestigious grants, increasing undergraduate research opportunities

40% of GU students study abroad

GU now holds the World Record for Dodge Ball! 

Updates from PLU

Received the 2009 Senator Paul Simon Award for Campus Internationalization, a prestigious award that honors outstanding efforts on and off campus to engage the world and the international community

Entering the third year of the International Honors Program

Enrollment is strong as PLU enrolls another class of 700+ first-year students

In January 2010, PLU will have students and faculty studying on all seven continents

PLU is now a member of the Common Application

Jesuit/Roman Catholic/ Only classically urban institution in the Pacific Northwest

Incoming freshman class of 760

Undergraduate population 4300

Division I athletics

$50 million+ Lemieux Library & McGoldrick Learning Commons Opening Fall 2010

Included in the Princeton Review 371 Best Colleges; Green Rating 97/100; quality of life rating 98/100; academic rating 89/100

One of only five universities in WA recognized in the Fiske Guide to Colleges

Ranked among top 10 universities in the West that offer a full range of masters & undergraduate programs; U.S. News & World Report

14 th university nationally in total number of students who study abroad

New majors in BM String Performance, BFA in Photography, BA Film Studies, BS Sport & Exercise Science

Gonzaga University Heritage University Pacific Lutheran University Saint Martin’s University Seattle Pacific University Seattle University University of Puget Sound Walla Walla University Whitman College Whitworth University

… a residential liberal arts college, with students from 48 states and 20 countries, devoted to: Academic Excellence Last summer, 65 Puget Sound students spent the summer conducting original research, while 9 recent graduates traveled overseas on teaching and research fellowships. Global Focus Through our new interdisciplinary emphasis in Global Development Studies , our students can now explore the philosophical, empirical, and political dimensions of global development. Environmental Responsibility Our new Live Green House , designed to meet LEED gold certification standards, is an environmentally friendly student residence and learning center for the greater community. Civic Engagement In the past year, Tacoma has honored the college and our faculty with awards for Poet Laureate, Tacoma Green Partnership, and Community Partner of the Year, recognizing our commitment to outreach, research, and service within the community.

90–100% Acceptance Rate to Medical Schools Over the Past 10 years $3.7 million grant from the NSF for Science Education research NCAA Division II Women’s Soccer Champions 2009 4 Teams in the National Top 10 Accepts the Common Application

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