Principia College

Principia College in Elsah, Illinois, is a private liberal arts college that fosters a close-knit, intellectually stimulating community. Nestled among the picturesque bluffs overlooking the Mississippi River, the campus provides a serene setting for academic and personal growth.

338

Students

45%

Acceptance Rate

Undergrads

338

Classification

4 Year

Type

Private, Religious

Religious Affiliation

Protestant

Website

principiacollege.edu

Founded on the principles of Christian Science, Principia College emphasizes character development alongside rigorous academics. The college offers a wide array of programs in the arts, sciences, and humanities, encouraging students to explore diverse disciplines. With a strong focus on sustainability and experiential learning, Principia encourages students to engage with both the natural environment and global communities. The supportive environment and small class sizes allow for personalized attention from faculty, fostering meaningful interactions and mentoring relationships.

Admissions

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

45% acceptance rate

Selective

Admission Standards

Grades & Testing

Average SAT score

1146

Testing

Test Optional

Average High School GPA

3.33

Application Deadlines

Regular Application Deadline

March 3

Early Decision / Early Action?

No

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

•Academic GPA
•Character/Personal Qualities
•Interview

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Financials

See what it costs to attend Principia College.

$ 50,150

Overall list price

$ 14,904

Average net price

$ 38,150

Merit Price™

Very Generous

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Social & Lifestyle

What's it like attending Principia College?

Rural

Campus Setting

Democrat

State vote for president

Weather

Sunny days

Cloudy

Average winter temp

39°

Average summer temp

77°

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Academics

What to expect in the classroom at Principia College.

5:1

Student to faculty ratio

75%

4-year grad rate

75%

6-year grad rate

The most popular majors at Principia are:

Education, General
Mass Communication/Media Studies
History, General

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Demographics

Who attends Principia College?

37

States represented

30

Countries represented

No

State DEI laws

Student Body

Students

338

Women

41%

Men

59%

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Housing

What's it like living at Principia College?

$13,370

Room & Board

1.8

Housing units / student

94

%

Students on campus

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FAQs

What GPA is needed to get into Principia College?

The average GPA of the most recently accepted class was 3.33.

How much does Principia College cost?

For the most recent year, it cost $50,150 to attend Principia.

How many people attend Principia College?

338 people attend Principia. 338 are undergraduate students and 0 are graduate students.

Where is Principia College located?

Principia College is located in Elsah, Illinois. It is in a Rural environment.

Can I get into Principia College with a 3.5 GPA?

In the most recent class of admissions, 41% of students submitted a 3.5 GPA or higher.

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