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Enrollment Deposit

How much is Grinnell's enrollment deposit?

Grinnell College requires a deposit of $200 to confirm your enrollment.



National Rank

28.60%

Grinnell College is in the top 28.60% of colleges in the country for deposit cost. Nationally, 23.16% of colleges do not require a deposit.

State Rank

25.00%

Grinnell College is in the top 25.00% of colleges in the state of Iowa for deposit cost. 10.34% of colleges in the state do not require a deposit.

Type Rank

22.10%

Grinnell College is in the top 22.10% of Private not-for-profit, 4-year or above colleges for deposit cost. 14.62% ofprivate colleges do not require a deposit.

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Student Population

Grinnell College educates a diverse community of 1,759 students, with 1,759 pursuing undergraduate degrees and engaged in advanced graduate studies.


Total Enrollment

1,759


Total Undergraduates

1,759


Full-Time vs Part-Time

97% Full-Time

3% Part-Time

Admissions

The admission process at Grinnell College has a 11% acceptance rate. Grinnell College has test optional requirements that focus on each student's unique potential. The average SAT score is 1480 and the average ACT score is 32.


Acceptance Rate

11%

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SAT

Students submitting SAT

28%

Total Score

400

1600

13801530

Reading and Writing

200

800

680750

Math

200

800

700780

ACT

Students submitting ACT

27%

Composite Score

0

36

3134

English

0

36

3235

Math

0

36

2733

Location

Located in Grinnell, IA, Grinnell College offers students a small-town experience with all the advantages of a tight-knit community experience.


City

Grinnell


County

Poweshiek County


State

Iowa


Country

United States


Urbanization

Town: Remote

About

Grinnell College features a student-focused approach with a 9 : 1 student-faculty ratio, values, and competitive NCAA athletic programs that enhance the college experience.


Student-to-Faculty Ratio

9 : 1


Religious Affiliation

None


Division in Athletics

NCAA


Sector

Private not-for-profit, 4-year or above


Cost

Grinnell College makes education accessible, offering an average net price of $33,467 with 89% of students receiving financial assistance including 17% benefiting from Pell Grants.


Average Net Price

$33,467


Received Aid

89%


Pell Recipients

17%


Combined Sticker Price

In-State: $64,862

Out-of-State: $64,862

Demographics

The Grinnell College student body represents diverse backgrounds and experiences, with 7% in-state students and a balanced age distribution across traditional and non-traditional learners.


Gender
Men
835 (47%)
Women
924 (53%)

Undergraduate Ages
Under 18
27 (2%)
18-19
772 (45%)
20-21
773 (45%)
22-24
134 (8%)
Over 25
4 (0%)

Outcomes

Grinnell College prioritizes student success, demonstrated by a 87% graduation rate and the achievements of alumni who make meaningful contributions in their communities and careers.


Graduation Rate

87%

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