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Monmouth College

Monmouth, IL · Private nonprofit · Distant town · Website

Monmouth College campus
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Admission rate
91%
Open
Average net price
$17,612
per year, after aid
Graduation rate
58%
Median earnings
$54,098
10 years after enrolling

Summary

Monmouth College is a private nonprofit college in Monmouth, IL with 702 undergraduates. It admits 91% of applicants, and admitted students average 1128 on the SAT. The average net price after aid is $17,612 per year ($16,848 for families earning under $30,000). 58% of students graduate, and graduates earn a median of $54,098 ten years after enrolling.

private nonprofit college

Admissions

Admission rate
91%
Fall 2024
Testing policy
Test optional
Fall 2024
Applicants
1,614
Fall 2023
Admitted
1,398
Fall 2023
Yield
15%
of admitted students enrolled

Middle 50% of admitted students (Fall 2024). A quarter scored below the band and a quarter above.

SAT Reading & Writing500–620
200800
SAT Math500–590
200800
ACT Composite20–27
136

What Monmouth College looks at

As reported by the college to IPEDS (Fall 2023).

  • High school recordRequired
  • High school GPARequired
  • College-prep courseworkRequired
  • Class rankConsidered
  • Essay or personal statementConsidered
  • RecommendationsConsidered
  • Demonstrated competenciesNot considered
  • Legacy statusConsidered
  • Work experienceConsidered
  • English proficiency testRequired

Cost

Cost of attendance
$58,967
sticker price, per year
Tuition & fees
$45,802

Net price by family income

Average yearly cost after grants and scholarships for students receiving federal aid.

  • $0–30k$16,848
  • $30–48k$15,446
  • $48–75k$12,957
  • $75–110k$15,755
  • $110k+$21,662

Get a personal estimate with Monmouth College's net price calculator

Outcomes

Graduation rate
58%
Freshman retention
74%
Median earnings
$54,098
10 yrs after enrolling
Median debt
$26,250
at graduation

Students

Undergraduates
702
Student–faculty ratio
9:1
Receive Pell grants
40%
  • White71%
  • Hispanic11%
  • Black10%
  • Asian2%

Monmouth College FAQ

What is Monmouth College's acceptance rate?+

Monmouth College admits 91% of applicants, which makes it open.

What SAT score do you need for Monmouth College?+

The middle 50% of admitted students scored 500–620 on SAT Reading and Writing and 500–590 on SAT Math; the average total is 1128.

What ACT score do you need for Monmouth College?+

The middle 50% ACT composite range for admitted students is 20–27.

Is Monmouth College test optional?+

Test optional (considered if submitted).

How many students apply to Monmouth College?+

In Fall 2023, 1,614 students applied to Monmouth College and 1,398 were admitted; 211 enrolled.

Does Monmouth College consider legacy status?+

Yes. Monmouth College reported that legacy status is considered in admissions (Fall 2023).

Does Monmouth College require an essay?+

Monmouth College reported that an essay or personal statement is considered for admission (Fall 2023).

How much does Monmouth College cost?+

The sticker cost of attendance is $58,967 per year, but the average net price after grants and scholarships is $17,612.

What is Monmouth College's graduation rate?+

58% of full-time students graduate within 150% of normal time.

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