Grinnell College
Grinnell College is a private nonprofit 4-year institution in Grinnell, IA. It enrolls about 1,775 students and admits roughly 13% of first-year applicants.
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Type | Private nonprofit 4-year |
| Control | private nonprofit |
| Level | 4-year |
| Location | Grinnell, IA 50112 |
| County | Poweshiek County |
| Enrollment | 1,775 |
| Acceptance rate | 13% |
| Applicants / admitted | 9,988 / 1,266 |
| In-state tuition & fees | $64,862 |
| Out-of-state tuition & fees | $64,862 |
| Graduation rate (150%) | 87% |
| Transfer-out rate | — |
| Full-time retention rate | 93% |
| Campus setting | Town: Remote |
| Size category | 1,000 - 4,999 |
| Highest degree offered | Bachelor's degree |
| SAT middle 50% (EBRW+Math) | 698–760 |
| ACT middle 50% | 31–34 |
| Website | www.grinnell.edu/ |
| Phone | 6412694000 |
Admissions
About 9,988 students applied and 1,266 were admitted. Of those admitted, 457 enrolled.
Cost
Tuition and required fees are about $64,862 for full-time first-year students, the same for in-state and out-of-state students, which is typical of private institutions. Room and board are extra.
Outcomes
Of the 447 first-time, full-time students in the 150% cohort, 87% completed their programme within 150% of normal time. That cohort definition matters: part-time students and transfers are not included, so a college that serves many of them can have a low reported rate while still graduating most of its students.
Where it is
Grinnell College is in Grinnell, IA, Poweshiek County. Its coordinates are 41.7480, -92.7221.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at Grinnell College?
About 13% of first-year applicants are admitted, based on federal IPEDS data for 9,988 applicants.
How much does Grinnell College cost?
Tuition and required fees are about $64,862 for in-state students, excluding room and board.
How many students attend Grinnell College?
About 1,775 students are enrolled.