School Information

71.8
Total Enrollment 1,407
Student-to-Faculty Ratio 12 : 1

Knox College

http://www.knox.edu
2 E South St, Galesburg, Illinois 61401-9999
(309) 341-7000

Knox College is a community of individuals from diverse backgrounds challenging each other to explore, understand and improve ourselves, our society and our world. The commitment to put learning to use to accomplish both personal and social goals dates back to the founding of the College in 1837. We take particular pride in the College's early commitment to increase access to all qualified students of varied backgrounds, races and conditions, regardless of financial means. Today, we continue to expand both the historic mission and the tradition of active liberal arts learning. We provide an environment where students and faculty work ...show more »

General Information
Institution Type 4-year, Private not-for-profit
Special Learning Opportunities Teacher certification
Study abroad
Student Services Academic/career counseling service
Employment services for students
Placement services for completers
Credit Accepted Dual credit
Advanced placement (AP) credits
Religious Affiliation Not applicable
Federal Aid Eligible students may receive Pell Grants and other federal aid (e.g. Direct Loans).
Degrees/Certificates Offered Bachelor's degree
Campus Setting Town: Distant
Disability Services Student 3% or less
 
School Costs

At Knox College, 98.0% percent of first-time undergrads receive financial aid, 95.0% receive grants and/or scholarships (an average of $16,099), and 61% receive loans ($6,714 on average). On-campus room and board costs about $7,164.

Taking into account total living expenses and financial aid, the average net cost of attending Knox College is $21,851 per year.

 
Enrollment & Graduation Rates

In Fall 2009, 2,427 people applied to Knox College. Of the applicants, 74.0% were admitted (71.0% male & 76.0% female ) and 20.0% accepted (19.0% male and 21.0% female)

Percent of In-State Undergrads     43.0%
Full Time Retention Rate     90.0%
Four-Year Graduation Rate     65.0%
Six-Year Graduation Rate     72.0%
Overall Graduation Rate     73.0%
 
Admissions
Yearly Application Deadline FEBRUARY 15
Admissions Office Phone 309-341-7100
Admissions Office Email admission@knox.edu
Admissions Office Address Office of Admission, 2 East South Street Galesburg, IL 61401-499
Admissions Transfer URL http://www.knox.edu/Admission-and-Financial-Aid/Apply-to-Knox/Transfer-Applicants.html
Admissions Website http://www.knox.edu/Admission-and-Financial-Aid.html
Application Website http://www.knox.edu/applyingtoknox.xml
Application Fee $40

In order to be accepted to Knox College, you should have:

  • A High School Record
  • Completed a college prep course
  • TOEFL
 
Test Scores
Knox College SAT SCORES
SAT Reading (25th Percentile) 600
SAT Reading (75th Percentile) 730
SAT Math (25th Percentile) 560
SAT Math (75th Percentile) 690
SAT Writing (25th Percentile) 560
SAT Writing (75th Percentile) 680
ACT Composite (25th Percentile) 26
ACT Composite (75th Percentile) 31
ACT English (25th Percentile) 26
ACT English (75th Percentile) 33
ACT Math (25th Percentile) 24
ACT Math (75th Percentile) 30
 
Knox College Programs
 

Number of Reported Graduates Last Year
(According to the US National Center for Education Statistics)

Program Name Certificate Associate Bachelor Master Doctorate
Area, ethnic, cultural, and gender studies 6
African-American/Black Studies 1
American/United States Studies/Civilization 1
Asian Studies/Civilization 2
Russian Studies 0
Women's Studies 2
Biological and biomedical sciences 28
Biochemistry 8
Biology/Biological Sciences, General 20
Computer and information sciences and support services 9
Computer Science 9
Education 21
Education, General 21
English language and literature/letters 31
Creative Writing 16
English Language and Literature, General 15
Foreign languages, literatures, and linguistics 21
Classics/Classical Languages, Lit & Linguistics, General 4
Foreign Languages and Literatures, General 2
French Language and Literature 2
German Language and Literature 2
Russian Language and Literature 1
Spanish Language and Literature 10
History 7
History, General 7
Liberal arts and sciences, general studies and humanities 5
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies 5
Mathematics and statistics 7
Applied Mathematics, Other 1
Mathematics, General 6
Multi/interdisciplinary studies 3
Neuroscience 3
Natural resources and conservation 9
Environmental Studies 9
Philosophy and religious studies 6
Philosophy 6
Physical sciences 14
Chemistry, General 6
Physics, General 8
Psychology 24
Psychology, General 24
Social sciences 89
Economics, General 23
International Relations and Affairs 19
Political Science and Government, General 27
Social Sciences, Other 20
Visual and performing arts 26
Art History, Criticism and Conservation 5
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General 10
Fine/Studio Arts, General 9
Music, General 2
 
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