Highly selective — known for biology
Grinnell College is a private institution in Grinnell with particular strength in biology and computer science. With an average SAT of 1486, the school attracts a competitive applicant pool.
A small campus of 1.7K undergraduates with a 9:1 student-faculty ratio. The town location creates a classic college-town feel.
87% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $62,830 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $15,608.
Established
1846
Motto
Veritas et Humanitas
Mascot
Squirrel (unofficial)
Type
Private liberal arts college
Conference
non-varsity sports such as volleyball
Division
Division III
13%Acceptance
1486SAT Avg
1,705Students
9:1Student:Faculty
87%Grad Rate
$62,830Earnings 10yr
$15,608Net Price
Admissions
Acceptance Rate12.7%
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 1486
Reading & WritingMid: 710
698760
MathMid: 740
720790
ACT Score Range
CompositeMid: 32
3134
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Tuition$64,862
Room & Board$15,878
Books & Supplies$800
Total Cost of Attendance$79,228
Average Net Price$15,608
Median Debt at Graduation$17,500
Monthly Payment (10yr)$186
Net Price by Family Income
$0–30K$6,739
$30–48K$6,235
$48–75K$6,220
$75–110K$16,891
$110K+$36,265
Programs (31)
Student Body
Undergrads
1,705
Gender Split
54% / 46%
Women / Men
First Generation
18%
Pell Grant Recipients
17%
Race & Ethnicity
White 52%
Black 5%
Hispanic 8%
Asian 8%
Two+ 6%
Int'l 19%
Outcomes
4-Year Graduation Rate87.5%
Freshman Retention93.1%
Median Earnings After Graduation
6 Years$49,004
8 Years$58,562
10 Years$62,830
10-Year Earnings by Gender
Women
$55,000
Men
$67,200
More About This School
Varsity Sports — Wild Turkeys
Rankings
History & Fun Facts
Source: Wikipedia