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Principia College

Elsah, IL · Private nonprofit · Fringe rural · Website

Principia College campus
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Admission rate
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Average net price
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per year, after aid
Graduation rate
71%
Median earnings
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10 years after enrolling

Summary

Principia College is a private nonprofit college in Elsah, IL with 339 undergraduates. 71% of students graduate.

private nonprofit college

Admissions

Admission rate
—
Fall 2024
Testing policy
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Fall 2024
Applicants
268
Fall 2023
Admitted
119
Fall 2023
Yield
71%
of admitted students enrolled

What Principia College looks at

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

  • High school recordRequired
  • High school GPARequired
  • College-prep courseworkConsidered
  • Class rankNot considered
  • Essay or personal statementRequired
  • RecommendationsConsidered
  • Demonstrated competenciesNot considered
  • Legacy statusNot considered
  • Work experienceConsidered
  • English proficiency testRequired

Cost

Cost of attendance
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sticker price, per year
Tuition & fees
$35,930

Outcomes

Graduation rate
71%
Freshman retention
83%
Median earnings
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10 yrs after enrolling
Median debt
—
at graduation

Students

Undergraduates
339
Student–faculty ratio
6:1
Receive Pell grants
0%
  • White35%
  • Hispanic5%
  • Black11%
  • Asian1%

Principia College FAQ

How many students apply to Principia College?+

In Fall 2023, 268 students applied to Principia College and 119 were admitted; 84 enrolled.

Does Principia College consider legacy status?+

No. Principia College reported that legacy status is not considered in admissions (Fall 2023).

Does Principia College require an essay?+

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

What is Principia College's graduation rate?+

71% of full-time students graduate within 150% of normal time.

Sources

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