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Grinnell College

Grinnell, Iowa · Private Non-Profit

Avg Earnings (5yr)

$49,004

Acceptance Rate

13%

Graduation Rate

88%

Annual Tuition

$64,862

At a Glance

Total Students

1,705

Retention Rate

93%

Faculty Ratio

9

Financial Aid

12%

Median Debt

$17,500

Campus Setting

Town

Institution Type

Private Non-Profit

Institution Overview

Grinnell College is a private, non-profit institution with a small student body of 1705. The college has a highly selective admissions process, accepting only 12.7% of applicants. The college boasts strong retention and graduation rates, with 93.1% of students returning for their second year and 87.9% graduating. The annual in-state tuition is $64,862.

Graduates of Grinnell College experience a range of earnings after graduation. One year after graduation, the median earnings are $33,404, increasing to $49,004 after five years, and $62,830 after ten years. The median debt for students is $17,500, and 11.6% of students receive financial aid.

Generated from College Scorecard & IPEDS data

Earning Projection Over Time

$33k

1 YEAR

$49k

5 YEARS

$63k

10 YEARS

Top 36% in Earnings

Graduate Outcomes

One year after graduation, Grinnell College alumni earn a median salary of $33,404. Five years after graduation, median earnings increase to $49,004. Ten years after graduation, the median salary is $62,830. The median debt for graduates is $17,500.

Grinnell College has a high retention rate of 93.1% and an 87.9% graduation rate. The college has a low acceptance rate of 12.7%. The in-state tuition is $64,862, and 11.6% of students receive financial aid.

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Campus Location

Grinnell, Iowa

Grinnell, IA 50112-1690

Grinnell College is located in Grinnell, Iowa. The campus is in a town setting.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Grinnell College has an acceptance rate of 12.7%.