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Knox College

Galesburg, IL

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Private

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4 Year

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Website

Admissions

Financials

Demographics

Lifestyle

Academics

Housing

Knox College, located in Galesburg, Illinois, is a distinguished liberal arts college recognized for its commitment to academic excellence and civic engagement. Established in 1837, the college has a rich history and a strong sense of community.

1,000

Students

72%

Acceptance Rate

Undergrads

996

Classification

4 Year

Type

Private, Non-Profit

Religious Affiliation

None

Website

knox.edu

Knox College offers a vibrant educational environment where students are encouraged to pursue intellectual curiosity and personal growth. The college provides a diverse and inclusive atmosphere, promoting open dialogue and collaboration among students and faculty. Known for its rigorous academic programs, Knox emphasizes critical thinking and creative problem-solving through a liberal arts curriculum. Additionally, the college fosters active participation in social justice and community service, preparing students to become influential leaders in a global society.

Admissions

Do you have the credentials necessary to get into Knox College?

72% acceptance rate

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Admission Standards

Grades & Testing

Average SAT score

1242

Testing

Test Optional

Average High School GPA

3.58

Application Deadlines

Regular Application Deadline

January 15

Early Decision / Early Action?

Yes

The most important factors Knox College considers when admitting students are:

•Academic GPA
•Rigor of Secondary School Record
•Application Essay

Learn more about what it takes to get into Knox College

Financials

See what it costs to attend Knox College.

$ 69,376

Overall list price

$ 25,524

Average net price

$ 32,268

Merit Price™

Very Generous

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Social & Lifestyle

What's it like attending Knox College?

Town

Campus Setting

Democrat

State vote for president

Limited

Greek participation

Weather

Sunny days

Cloudy

Average winter temp

32°

Average summer temp

72°

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Academics

What to expect in the classroom at Knox College.

10:1

Student to faculty ratio

52%

4-year grad rate

68%

6-year grad rate

The most popular majors at Knox are:

Business Administration and Management, General
Research and Experimental Psychology, Other
Computer Science

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Demographics

Who attends Knox College?

States represented

Countries represented

State DEI laws

Student Body

Students

1,000

Women

52%

Men

48%

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Housing

What's it like living at Knox College?

$10,407

Room & Board

1.2

Housing units / student

Students on campus

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FAQs

What GPA is needed to get into Knox College?

The average GPA of the most recently accepted class was 3.58.

How much does Knox College cost?

For the most recent year, it cost $69,376 to attend Knox.

How many people attend Knox College?

1,000 people attend Knox. 996 are undergraduate students and 4 are graduate students.

Where is Knox College located?

Knox College is located in Galesburg, Illinois. It is in a Town environment.

Can I get into Knox College with a 3.5 GPA?

In the most recent class of admissions, 66% of students submitted a 3.5 GPA or higher.

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