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Walla Walla University

College Place, WA · Private nonprofit · 4-year · Seventh-day Adventist Church · Seventh-day Adventist

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Walla Walla University in College Place, Washington is a Seventh-day Adventist institution. Its Chaplain's Office runs campus ministries with weekly evening worship and Friday vespers. Religion courses are part of general studies, and the School of Theology offers a theology and religious studies B.A.

Faith life at a glance

In the college’s own words

  • “Every Friday evening the campus meets in the University Church sanctuary for a vespers program planned by Campus Ministries.”

    Source: wallawalla.edu

  • “Walla Walla University is founded on Christian teachings and values as understood and appreciated by the Seventh-day Adventist church.”

    Source: wallawalla.edu

  • “Each year, different student groups organize and oversee a variety of worship opportunities on a Sabbath morning.”

    Source: wallawalla.edu

Questions students ask

What's a normal week?

Morning worship starts at 7:30 a.m. in Heubach Chapel, and every Friday evening the campus gathers in the University Church sanctuary for vespers.

Source: wallawalla.edu
Where do I find community?

Many small groups on and off campus meet throughout the week to study God.

Source: wallawalla.edu
Can I serve or go on mission trips?

Students volunteer with organizations such as the Christian Aid Center, and the Student Missions staff supports the short-term and long-term mission trips WWU sponsors each year.

Source: wallawalla.edu

Rankings

Where this college places on our top lists. Lists are worked out from official data and our faith research; places in the top quarter of each list are shown. See every list

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Academic Excellence

B+Academic Excellence: B+ (grade B+): 0 to 100 points out of 100 on what official sources document. Grades need sources for at least 60% of the checklist.
73 of 100
From federal data, on fixed published scales.

Each measure counts for the share shown.

  • Graduation rate 35% of scoreThis measure counts for 35% of the Academic Excellence score.60%
  • First-year retention 20% of scoreThis measure counts for 20% of the Academic Excellence score.85%
  • Entering students' test scores 15% of scoreThis measure counts for 15% of the Academic Excellence score.Not reported
  • Student-to-faculty ratio 15% of scoreThis measure counts for 15% of the Academic Excellence score.14 to 1
  • Instructional spending per student 15% of scoreThis measure counts for 15% of the Academic Excellence score.$14,372

Bars show points on each measure’s scale. How Academic Excellence is computed.

Source: College Scorecard (College Scorecard, most recent cohorts (data release 06/10/2026))

Faith scorecard

Each area’s grade and what we found. Tap an area to see the findings and their sources.

AWorship and chapel: Strong (grade A): 85 to 100 points out of 100 on what official sources document. Grades need sources for at least 60% of the checklist.

Worship and chapel

100 of 100 points · 6 of 7 found

  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Chapel services during the week3 or more a week (Weekday morning worship in Heubach Chapel, Monday through Friday.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Worship Opportunities | Walla Walla Universitywallawalla.edu/campus-life/chaplains-office/campus-ministries/worship-opportunities · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “Weekday Mornings Morning Worship Time: 7:30 a.m. Location: Heubach Chapel”
      Morning worship is held in Heubach Chapel every weekday at 7:30 a.m.
      “Morning Worship Time: 7:30 a.m. Location: Heubach Chapel”
      Morning worship is held on weekday mornings at 7:30 a.m. in Heubach Chapel.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Chapel attendance expected of studentsNot enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Student worship nights or praise servicesEvery week (Weekly worship nights: Monday WOVEN and residence hall worships, Tuesday Heubach, Thursday Nuestra Connect and Fireside, and Friday vespers.)
    Sources (2)
    1. Campus Ministries | Walla Walla Universitywallawalla.edu/campus-life/chaplains-office/campus-ministries · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “Campus Ministries supports a variety of student-led worship opportunities each week”
      Campus Ministries supports student-led worship each week.
    2. 2026-2027 WWU Student Handbook and Code of Conductwallawalla.edu/campus-life/student-life-office/student-handbook-and-code-of-conduct/2026-2027-wwu-student-handbook-and-code-of-conduct · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “Every Friday evening the campus meets in the University Church sanctuary for a vespers program planned by Campus Ministries.”
      Vespers is held every Friday evening.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Prayer opportunities (prayer rooms, prayer groups, days or weeks of prayer)Daily or always open (The Living Room prayer house is open daily, 3 to 10 p.m., according to the 2026-27 student handbook.)
    Sources (1)
    1. 2026-2027 Student Handbook | Walla Walla Universitywallawalla.edu/campus-life/student-life-office/student-handbook-and-code-of-conduct/2026-2027-wwu-student-handbook-and-code-of-conduct · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “There is a prayer house on campus called the Living Room that is available daily from 3 p.m. to 10 p.m.”
      A prayer house on campus is open every day from 3 to 10 p.m. for students.
      “available daily from 3 p.m. to 10 p.m.”
      A prayer house on campus, the Living Room, is open daily from 3 to 10 p.m.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Campus pastors or chaplains serving studentsFull-time campus pastor or chaplain (A named campus pastor, chaplain or dean of chapel serves students on the college staff.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Chaplain's Office | Walla Walla Universitywallawalla.edu/campus-life/chaplains-office · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “Campus Chaplain”
      A Campus Chaplain is named on the Chaplain's Office page.
      “Emily Ellis Campus Chaplain”
      Named campus chaplain and associate chaplain for missions.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    A chapel or worship space on campusYes (Heubach Chapel hosts worship at listed times.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Worship at Walla Walla University | Worship Schedulewallawalla.edu/campus-life/chaplains-office/campus-ministries/worship-opportunities · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “Morning Worship Time: 7:30 a.m. Location: Heubach Chapel”
      Morning worship is held on weekday mornings at 7:30 a.m. in Heubach Chapel.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Published weekly schedule of chapel, worship and prayer10 or more times a week (21 weekly times documented: 6 chapel, 8 worship night, 7 prayer.)Computed from the verified chapel services, worship nights and prayer times listed on the college's page (each day a time is offered counts once).
ABible and theology: Strong (grade A): 85 to 100 points out of 100 on what official sources document. Grades need sources for at least 60% of the checklist.

Bible and theology

87 of 100 points · 4 of 6 found

  • Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.
    Bible or theology courses required of all bachelor's students2 courses (Two required Bible or theology courses are named: a scripture course and a theological perspectives course. It is counted under T3 only.)
    Sources (1)
    1. General Studies Checklist and FAQ | Walla Walla Universitywallawalla.edu/academics/areas-of-study/general-studies/checklist-and-faq · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “students are asked to begin with a foundational religion class, followed by an in-depth exploration of scripture and a class that focuses more broadly on theological perspectives”
      Students begin with a foundational religion class, then Scripture and theology courses.
      “The 18 hours of religion courses reflect WWU’s commitment to integrating faith and learning.”
      General studies require 18 hours of religion courses.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Required courses include study of the Old and New TestamentsNot enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.
    Christian worldview or faith-and-learning courses required1 course (The foundational religion class is required of all students and the official FAQ describes the religion courses as faith-and-learning integration. Not counted under T1.)
    Sources (1)
    1. General Studies Checklist and FAQ | Walla Walla Universitywallawalla.edu/academics/areas-of-study/general-studies/checklist-and-faq · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “students are asked to begin with a foundational religion class, followed by an in-depth exploration of scripture and a class that focuses more broadly on theological perspectives”
      Students begin with a foundational religion class, then Scripture and theology courses.
      “The 18 hours of religion courses reflect WWU’s commitment to integrating faith and learning.”
      General studies require 18 hours of religion courses.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Faith integrated across the curriculum (stated in academic or faculty policy)Yes (Integration of faith and learning is stated for the education and for the religion requirement.)
    Sources (2)
    1. About WWU | Walla Walla Universitywallawalla.edu/about-wwu · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “Exceptional education at WWU begins with the integration of faith and learning in small classes”
      Faith and learning integration is stated as a basis of the education.
    2. General Studies Checklist and FAQ | Walla Walla Universitywallawalla.edu/academics/areas-of-study/general-studies/checklist-and-faq · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “The 18 hours of religion courses reflect WWU’s commitment to integrating faith and learning.”
      General studies require 18 hours of religion courses.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Bible, theology or ministry major offeredYes (A B.A. in theology and religious studies, with a pastoral ministry or chaplaincy concentration, is offered.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Academic Programs | School of Theology | Walla Walla Universitywallawalla.edu/academics/areas-of-study/theology/academic-programs · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “The School of Theology offers a bachelor of arts in theology and religious studies with the option of a concentration in pastoral ministry or chaplaincy.”
      A theology and religious studies B.A. is offered.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    A published statement of faithNot enough information: not found in official sources.
N/AChristian community: Not enough information. Official sources do not cover enough of this to grade it yet.

Christian community

Not enough information · 4 of 7 found

  • Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.
    Spiritual life staff (pastors, ministers and professional staff)3 to 4 (Three named staff: the Campus Chaplain, the Associate Chaplain for Missions and the Small Groups Coordinator.)
    Sources (2)
    1. Chaplain's Office | Walla Walla Universitywallawalla.edu/campus-life/chaplains-office · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “Campus Chaplain”
      A Campus Chaplain is named on the Chaplain's Office page.
      “Emily Ellis Campus Chaplain”
      Named campus chaplain and associate chaplain for missions.
    2. Worship at Walla Walla University | Worship Schedulewallawalla.edu/campus-life/chaplains-office/campus-ministries/worship-opportunities · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “For questions, contact the Small Groups Coordinator”
      A Small Groups Coordinator is named on the worship page.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Retreats or spiritual emphasis weeks each yearNot enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Bible studies, small groups and Christian student organizationsMany (Many small groups meet weekly, with student leadership and Sabbath student churches.)
    Sources (2)
    1. Worship at Walla Walla University | Worship Schedulewallawalla.edu/campus-life/chaplains-office/campus-ministries/worship-opportunities · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “Many small groups on and off campus meet together throughout the week to study God”
      Many small groups meet throughout the week.
    2. 2026-2027 WWU Student Handbook and Code of Conductwallawalla.edu/campus-life/student-life-office/student-handbook-and-code-of-conduct/2026-2027-wwu-student-handbook-and-code-of-conduct · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “Student churches: Each year, different student groups organize and oversee a variety of worship opportunities on a Sabbath morning.”
      Student-led church worship is offered on Sabbath mornings.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Faculty affirm the college's statement of faithNot enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.
    Faith life in residence halls (hall Bible studies, resident ministry leaders)In some halls (Residence hall worship nights are listed for named halls and clubs, not for every hall.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Worship at Walla Walla University | Worship Schedulewallawalla.edu/campus-life/chaplains-office/campus-ministries/worship-opportunities · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “Residence Hall Worships Leader: Residence Hall RAs Time: 9:15 p.m.”
      Residence hall worships are led by residence hall RAs on Wednesdays.
      “AGA Worship Leader: Women's residence hall club Time: 9:15 p.m.”
      A residence hall worship night is held in the women's residence hall club on Mondays.
      “Fireside Worship Leader: Residence Hall Chaplains Time: 9:15 p.m. Location: Sittner Hall / Conard Courtyard”
      Fireside worship is led by residence hall chaplains in named halls on Thursdays.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Help finding a local church (church fairs, rides, partner churches)Not enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Office or senior leader for spiritual life or Christian missionYes (The Chaplain's Office oversees the spiritual programming and is led by the Campus Chaplain.)
    Sources (2)
    1. 2026-2027 WWU Student Handbook and Code of Conductwallawalla.edu/campus-life/student-life-office/student-handbook-and-code-of-conduct/2026-2027-wwu-student-handbook-and-code-of-conduct · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “The Chaplain’s Office, in collaboration with the University Church and with the support of other faculty, staff, and departments, oversees the breadth of spiritual programming on campus”
      The Chaplain's Office oversees spiritual programming on campus.
    2. Chaplain's Office | Walla Walla Universitywallawalla.edu/campus-life/chaplains-office · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “The Chaplain's Office exists to minister to the spiritual needs and faith development of our campus community”
      The Chaplain's Office ministers to campus spiritual life.
BMissions and service: Good (grade B): 70 to 100 points out of 100 on what official sources document. Grades need sources for at least 60% of the checklist.

Missions and service

73 of 100 points · 5 of 6 found

  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Service or outreach officeYes (The Center for Humanitarian Engagement coordinates local service.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Chaplain's Office | Walla Walla Universitywallawalla.edu/campus-life/chaplains-office · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “From serving locally with the Center for Humanitarian Engagement (CHE)”
      The Center for Humanitarian Engagement coordinates local service.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Service hours or service-learning in the curriculumNot enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.
    Missions trips offered to studentsSome (Short-term and long-term mission trips are sponsored each year.)
    Sources (1)
    1. 2026-2027 WWU Student Handbook and Code of Conductwallawalla.edu/campus-life/student-life-office/student-handbook-and-code-of-conduct/2026-2027-wwu-student-handbook-and-code-of-conduct · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “The Student Missions staff supports the short-term and long-term mission trips that WWU sponsors each year.”
      WWU sponsors short-term and long-term mission trips each year.
  • Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.
    Partnerships with local churches and ministries for serviceSome (Volunteer partnerships include a few named organizations.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Campus Ministries | Walla Walla Universitywallawalla.edu/campus-life/chaplains-office/campus-ministries · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “Students at WWU volunteer for organizations such as the Blue Mountain Humane Society, the Christian Aid Center, and Amnesty International.”
      Students volunteer with several local and national organizations.
  • Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.
    Cross-cultural or global ministry programsSome (Student Missions supports international volunteer placements.)
    Sources (1)
    1. 2026-2027 WWU Student Handbook and Code of Conductwallawalla.edu/campus-life/student-life-office/student-handbook-and-code-of-conduct/2026-2027-wwu-student-handbook-and-code-of-conduct · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “An active Student Missions organization helps fulfill the global mission of the Seventh-day Adventist Church”
      Student Missions supports global mission work.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Service explicitly rooted in the Christian missionYes (Service is described as part of the global mission of the Seventh-day Adventist Church.)
    Sources (1)
    1. 2026-2027 WWU Student Handbook and Code of Conductwallawalla.edu/campus-life/student-life-office/student-handbook-and-code-of-conduct/2026-2027-wwu-student-handbook-and-code-of-conduct · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “An active Student Missions organization helps fulfill the global mission of the Seventh-day Adventist Church”
      Student Missions supports global mission work.

Strengths

  • Daily weekday morning worship in Heubach Chapel.
    Sources (1)
    1. Worship at Walla Walla University | Worship Schedulewallawalla.edu/campus-life/chaplains-office/campus-ministries/worship-opportunities · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “Morning Worship Time: 7:30 a.m. Location: Heubach Chapel”
      Morning worship is held on weekday mornings at 7:30 a.m. in Heubach Chapel.
  • Religion courses are part of the general studies requirement, with 18 hours total.
    Sources (1)
    1. General Studies Checklist and FAQ | Walla Walla Universitywallawalla.edu/academics/areas-of-study/general-studies/checklist-and-faq · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “The 18 hours of religion courses reflect WWU’s commitment to integrating faith and learning.”
      General studies require 18 hours of religion courses.
  • A theology and religious studies B.A. is offered, with a pastoral ministry or chaplaincy concentration.
    Sources (1)
    1. Academic Programs | School of Theology | Walla Walla Universitywallawalla.edu/academics/areas-of-study/theology/academic-programs · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “The School of Theology offers a bachelor of arts in theology and religious studies with the option of a concentration in pastoral ministry or chaplaincy.”
      A theology and religious studies B.A. is offered.

Concerns

None recorded.

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Grades come from the documented indicators under the published rubric. “Not enough information” does not mean the school lacks it.

Campus ministry

Sources (2)
  1. 2026-2027 WWU Student Handbook and Code of Conductwallawalla.edu/campus-life/student-life-office/student-handbook-and-code-of-conduct/2026-2027-wwu-student-handbook-and-code-of-conduct · verified Oct. 20, 2026
    “The Chaplain’s Office, in collaboration with the University Church and with the support of other faculty, staff, and departments, oversees the breadth of spiritual programming on campus”
    The Chaplain's Office oversees spiritual programming on campus.
  2. Chaplain's Office | Walla Walla Universitywallawalla.edu/campus-life/chaplains-office · verified Oct. 20, 2026
    “The Chaplain's Office exists to minister to the spiritual needs and faith development of our campus community”
    The Chaplain's Office ministers to campus spiritual life.

Christian clubs and student life

3 groups and regular activities · 2 on campus, 1 off campus

Service 2

  • Student MissionsOff campus
    Supports short-term and long-term mission trips and student missionary placements, North America and international.
    wallawalla.edu, wallawalla.edu
  • Center for Humanitarian EngagementOn campus
    Local service with community organizations, including the Christian Aid Center.
    wallawalla.edu, wallawalla.edu

Clubs and groups 1

  • Small groupsOn campus
    Many small groups meet on and off campus through the week to study God's word.
    wallawalla.edu

Everything listed is published by the school, its campus ministry, or the church. Ask the campus minister what’s happening this semester.

Chapel, worship and prayer

Confirm with the campus ministry

Chapel 2

  • Monday–Friday7:30 AMHeubach Chapel · Morning worship on weekdays (worship schedule page).
  • Saturday10:00 AMWWU Church Fellowship Hall · Circle Church, a student-led Sabbath service.

Worship night 8

  • Monday7:00 PMJunior High Room · WOVEN, led by Campus Ministries.
  • Monday9:15 PMAsk RA or dean · AGA residence hall worship, led by the women's residence hall club.
  • Monday9:15 PMAsk RA or dean · OPS residence hall worship, led by the men's residence hall club.
  • Tuesday8:00 PMHeubach Chapel · Campus Ministries worship.
  • Wednesday9:15 PMAsk RA or dean · Residence hall worships led by RAs.
  • Thursday8:00 PMJunior Sabbath School Room, University Church · Nuestra Connect, led by Campus Ministries.
Show 2 more worship night times
  • Thursday9:15 PMSittner Hall / Conard Courtyard · Fireside Worship, led by residence hall chaplains.
  • Friday8:00 PMUniversity Church · Vespers, planned by Campus Ministries.

Prayer 1

  • Sunday–Saturday3:00 PMThe Living Room (prayer house) · Open daily from 3 p.m. to 10 p.m. (student handbook).

Times come only from official campus ministry, chaplaincy, or school pages, and can change with the season. Last verified Oct. 20, 2026.

Sources for these times (2)
  1. Worship at Walla Walla University | Worship Schedulewallawalla.edu/campus-life/chaplains-office/campus-ministries/worship-opportunities · verified Oct. 20, 2026
    “Morning Worship Time: 7:30 a.m. Location: Heubach Chapel”
    Morning worship is held on weekday mornings at 7:30 a.m. in Heubach Chapel.
    “WOVEN Leader: Campus Ministries Time: 7 p.m. Location: Junior High Room”
    Weekly Monday evening worship, WOVEN, led by Campus Ministries.
    “AGA Worship Leader: Women's residence hall club Time: 9:15 p.m.”
    Monday evening residence hall worship (AGA).
    “OPS Worship Leader: Men's residence hall club Time: 9:15 p.m.”
    Monday evening residence hall worship (OPS).
    “Heubach Leader: Campus Ministries Time: 8 p.m. Location: Heubach Chapel”
    Weekly Tuesday evening worship in Heubach Chapel.
    “Residence Hall Worships Leader: Residence Hall RAs Time: 9:15 p.m.”
    Residence hall worships are led by residence hall RAs on Wednesdays.
    “Nuestra Connect Leader: Campus Ministries Time: 8 p.m. Location: Junior Sabbath School Room, University Church”
    Weekly Thursday evening Spanish-language worship.
    “Fireside Worship Leader: Residence Hall Chaplains Time: 9:15 p.m. Location: Sittner Hall / Conard Courtyard”
    Weekly Thursday evening worship led by residence hall chaplains.
    “Vespers Leader: Campus Ministries Time: 8 p.m. Location: University Church”
    Weekly Friday evening vespers in University Church.
    “Circle Church Time: 10:00 a.m. Leader: Student-led group”
    Saturday student-led church service at 10 a.m.
  2. 2026-2027 WWU Student Handbook and Code of Conductwallawalla.edu/campus-life/student-life-office/student-handbook-and-code-of-conduct/2026-2027-wwu-student-handbook-and-code-of-conduct · verified Oct. 20, 2026
    “available daily from 3 p.m. to 10 p.m.”
    A prayer house on campus, the Living Room, is open daily from 3 to 10 p.m.

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What families pay, by income

Average yearly price after grants and scholarships, for students who receive federal aid.

Family incomePrice after aid
Up to $30,000$18,675
$30,001–$48,000$20,079
$48,001–$75,000$20,776
$75,001–$110,000$24,081
Over $110,000$28,760

Full cost of attendance before aid: $45,903 a year.

Use the college’s net price calculator for your own estimate.

Cost and value

Federal data, shown separately. Cost, debt, and earnings are never part of any grade.

Undergraduate students
Fall enrollment (IPEDS)
1,266
Total students1,397
Average net price (per year)
After grants and scholarships, for students receiving federal aid
$23,329
Cost of attendance (per year)$45,903
Median federal debt at graduation$26,842
Graduation rate
First-time, full-time students finishing within 150% of normal time
60%
First-year retention85%
Median earnings 10 years after entry$61,885
Admission rate—
Students receiving Pell grants26%

Value index: 58 / 100 (how it’s computed)

Sources: College Scorecard · IPEDS College Navigator · Net price calculator
College Scorecard, most recent cohorts (data release 06/10/2026); IPEDS 2024-25 directory and institutional characteristics; fall 2023 enrollment.

Earnings by major

Median earnings of bachelor’s graduates a few years after finishing, by major (College Scorecard).

MajorMedian earnings
Nursing$101,497
Engineering (general)$91,473
Business (general)$63,844
Social work$60,449
Design$54,035

Also offered (no earnings published yet): Air Transportation, Automotive technology, Biochemistry, Biology, Biomedical/Medical Engineering, Broadcasting, Business administration, Chemistry, Civil engineering, Clinical and counseling psychology, Communication studies, Computer engineering, Computer science, Electrical engineering, English, Fine arts, Health sciences, History, Industrial technology, Information science, International business, Kinesiology and exercise science, Liberal arts, Mathematics, Mechanical engineering, Middle/Near Eastern and Semitic Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics, Music, Physics, Psychology, Public health, Public relations, Religious studies, Romance languages, Secondary education, Sociology, Teacher education, Theology.

Campus facts

School colors
SettingSuburb
Part-time undergraduates3%
Undergraduates aged 25 and older6%
On-campus room and board (per year)$10,833
SportsNAIA · Cascade Collegiate Conference
Study abroadOffered
Students per faculty member14 to 1

Federal data (IPEDS and College Scorecard), except school colors. None of this changes the faith grades.

Questions families ask

Is Walla Walla University a Christian college?
Yes. Walla Walla University is a Christian college. Its sponsor is Seventh-day Adventist Church.
What is Walla Walla University’s Compass Score?
83 out of 100 (grade A). It combines faith (75%) and academics (25%), each rated from official sources.
Where is chapel held at Walla Walla University?
Chapel is listed at Heubach Chapel and WWU Church Fellowship Hall. Days and times are on this page; please confirm with the college’s spiritual life office before you go.
Is Walla Walla University Compass Recommended?
Yes. Walla Walla University meets the Compass Recommended standard for Christian identity and academics.

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  • IPEDS unit ID 236896
  • Carnegie classification: Master's university (small programs)
  • Accreditation: Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities (U.S. Department of Education DAPIP)
  • Religious affiliation (IPEDS): Seventh Day Adventist
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