Close-knit campus
Knox College is a private institution in Galesburg with particular strength in biology and business. With an average SAT of 1250, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.
A small campus of 997 undergraduates with a 10:1 student-faculty ratio. The town location creates a classic college-town feel.
68% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $54,820 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $24,875.
Established
1837
Motto
Latin: Veritas
Mascot
Prairie Fire (nickname), Blaze (mascot)
Type
Private liberal arts college
Conference
Midwest Conference of the NCAA at the Division III level
Division
Division III
Campus Visits
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71%Acceptance
1250SAT Avg
997Students
10:1Student:Faculty
68%Grad Rate
$54,820Earnings 10yr
$24,875Net Price
Admissions
Acceptance Rate71.1%
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 1250
Reading & WritingMid: 645
530680
MathMid: 620
590705
ACT Score Range
CompositeMid: 28
2130
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Tuition$55,587
Room & Board$10,407
Books & Supplies$1,200
Total Cost of Attendance$65,796
Average Net Price$24,875
Median Debt at Graduation$27,000
Monthly Payment (10yr)$286
Net Price by Family Income
$0–30K$15,705
$30–48K$24,006
$48–75K$20,692
$75–110K$30,078
$110K+$30,717
Programs (39)
Student Body
Undergrads
997
Gender Split
52% / 48%
Women / Men
First Generation
28%
Pell Grant Recipients
30%
Race & Ethnicity
White 48%
Black 6%
Hispanic 13%
Asian 4%
Two+ 6%
Int'l 20%
Outcomes
4-Year Graduation Rate67.5%
Freshman Retention79.9%
Median Earnings After Graduation
6 Years$37,757
8 Years$44,671
10 Years$54,820
10-Year Earnings by Gender
Women
$39,600
Men
$48,200
More About This School
History & Fun Facts
Source: Wikipedia