Whittier Scholars Program

The Whittier Scholars Program offers students the opportunity to design their own major, tailored just for them.

Each student in the Whittier Scholars Program creates a customized pathway to their degree, known as an Educational Design, that integrates their strengths, ambitions, and passion with coursework and experiences to match their career goals.

Students create their Educational Design with close mentorship from a dedicated team of professors. Once approved, the Educational Design becomes the student's unique graduation requirements. Learn more about what's included in a Whittier Scholars Educational Design.

What You'll Accomplish

• Develop, refine, and pursue your own educational goals
• Present your achievements, growth, and knowledge in a portfolio of work
• Gain knowledge in a variety of subjects and perspectives
• Create original work that demonstrates your understanding and knowledge of your self-designed education
• Combine academics and coursework with co-curricular and off-campus learning experiences such as research, studying abroad, internships or service learning