Become who you're meant to be.
Becoming a Whitworth Pirate means joining a family. At Whitworth, you will find a caring Christian community ready to support you and mentor you, no matter your faith background. A place where you belong, and where you matter. A community set apart by the relationships we share, bound together through our mutual commitment to ask tough questions, engage with diverse perspectives and search fearlessly for answers wherever they may be found. This is where the best learning happens. Through these connections and experiences, our graduates are equipped to become who they are meant to be, in their careers and in their communities, and throughout their lives.
Academics
A Whitworth University education is characterized by academic excellence, the integration of faith and learning, abundant opportunities to engage in research, internships and practicums, study abroad, and service, and thorough preparation for a successful career with purpose.
PROGRAM HIGHLIGHT: Engineering BS
Engineering is the application of science and technology to meet the needs of people. It makes a functioning society possible. As a Whitworth engineering major, you will become prepared to create engineering solutions for humanity. Our interdisciplinary program will provide you a strong grounding in the physics, math, and computational skills necessary for engineering analysis, and equip you with the foundational knowledge in electrical, mechanical and materials aspects of engineering on which all emerging technologies are built. You will learn to consider the impacts of these solutions in global, economic, environmental, and societal contexts as informed by a Christian perspective.
Why major in engineering at Whitworth?
• Learn in a personal, hands-on environment. We keep our class sizes small so students can receive individualized instruction. View enrollment and graduation data for our program.
• Work on meaningful projects that parallel real-world research and development, including co-curricular assignments such as CubeSat and stratospheric exploration. The major culminates in a yearlong capstone design project.
• Express your creativity. You will enjoy a certain level of freedom with design and lab projects. Professors will offer their assistance but will leave the decisions to you.
• Receive holistic mentoring. Whitworth engineering & physics professors are committed to helping you grow both academically and personally.
• Benefit from a liberal arts education. Whitworth students become skilled at listening, reading, writing, presenting and collaborating—all crucial abilities for an effective engineer.
• Discover your vocation and purpose. You will explore the concept of work from a Christian perspective, considering how you can use your career to contribute to society.
• Sharpen your leadership skills by working in the Whitworth Engineering & Physics Department. Students may apply for positions as tutors, teaching assistants, and research assistants.
• Build community and prepare for your career by joining Whitworth's Physics and Engineering Collective or studying in the department's new student lounge.
Become who you're meant to be.
Life at Whitworth
Students come to Whitworth University not just to be taught, but to learn. They come for an education. And we recognize that a sound education is not limited to the classroom or to formal educational activities; there is another side to the curriculum. The student-life program is the "other side" of this educational process. It is an opportunity to deal with questions like these: "Who am I, and what are my gifts?" "How do I develop durable, trustworthy relationships?" "How do I grow spiritually, and how can I find ways to express my faith in service to others?"
Student clubs: Black Student Union, Gaming Club, Hawaiian Club, HOLA (Heritage of Latino Americans), Pre-Med Club, Student Investment Group, Ultimate Frisbee, and dozens more.
Intramurals for all: Whether for fun or for the coveted championship T-shirt, more than half of our students participate in intramural sports, from Ultimate Frisbee to roundnet.
The arts: Got a heart for the arts? Students of all majors participate in more than 20 instrumental and vocal ensembles, and multiple theatre events and art exhibits.
Athletics: The Pirates compete in 21 NCAA Division III sports and have won the trophy for the best overall athletics program in the Northwest Conference for 12 years in a row.
Women’s sports: Basketball, Cross Country, Golf, Indoor/Outdoor Track & Field, Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Volleyball
Men’s sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Football, Golf, Indoor/Outdoor Track & Field, Soccer, Swimming, Tennis
Visit us
We can't wait for you to experience life at Whitworth. Choose the visit that's right for you!
Visiting campus is the best way to see what Whitworth is all about. Meet our fun, welcoming community and make connections right away. Take in the view from a hammock in The Loop. Jump into a game of Ultimate Frisbee. Sit in on a class. Dine and chat with student residents. Experience campus worship. Visiting in the winter? Find out why students refer to campus as "Narnia." See all the ways you can visit.
