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College Guide/Grinnell College

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Grinnell is a highly competitive liberal-arts college in Iowa.


Admission

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  • 41% Acceptance rate (class of 2011)
  • Early Decision November 20 (I) and January 1 (II)
  • Regular admission - January 20
  • Middle 50% of SAT scores:
    • Critical Reading: 630 - 740
    • Math: 620 - 720
    • Writing: N/A
  • Average High School GPA: N/A

Admission Factors

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Very important:

  • Secondary school record
  • Class rank
  • Recommendations
  • Standardized test scores
  • Extracurricular activities
  • Talent/ability

Important:

Academics

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Demographics

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  • Enrollment: 1654
  • M/F ratio: 45/55

Cost and Financial Aid

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  • Tuition: $34,392
  • Room and Board: $8,030

Location

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55 miles from Des Moines.

Sports

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NCAA Division III

Campus Life

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No fraternities or sororities.

Should You Go?

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Grinnell's lax course distribution requirements allow students to take charge of their own education, which can be a double-edged sword. Grinnell is one of few colleges that are need-blind in admissions, which when added to its generous financial aid, make it a good value.

Contact

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See also

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