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Ripon College

Ripon, WI · Private nonprofit · Distant town · Website

Ripon College campus
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Admission rate
80%
Accessible
Average net price
$20,233
per year, after aid
Graduation rate
59%
Median earnings
$55,453
10 years after enrolling

Summary

Ripon College is a private nonprofit college in Ripon, WI with 688 undergraduates. It admits 80% of applicants, and admitted students average 1176 on the SAT. The average net price after aid is $20,233 per year ($14,155 for families earning under $30,000). 59% of students graduate, and graduates earn a median of $55,453 ten years after enrolling.

private nonprofit college

Admissions

Admission rate
80%
Fall 2024
Testing policy
Test optional
Fall 2024
Applicants
1,797
Fall 2023
Admitted
1,508
Fall 2023
Yield
13%
of admitted students enrolled

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

SAT Reading & Writing510–680
200800
SAT Math470–590
200800
ACT Composite21–27
136

What Ripon College looks at

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

  • High school recordRequired
  • High school GPAConsidered
  • College-prep courseworkConsidered
  • Class rankConsidered
  • Essay or personal statementConsidered
  • RecommendationsConsidered
  • Demonstrated competenciesNot considered
  • Legacy statusNot considered
  • Work experienceNot considered
  • English proficiency testRequired

Cost

Cost of attendance
$65,019
sticker price, per year
Tuition & fees
$53,250

Net price by family income

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

  • $0–30k$14,155
  • $30–48k$14,494
  • $48–75k$12,575
  • $75–110k$18,339
  • $110k+$26,204

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

Outcomes

Graduation rate
59%
Freshman retention
72%
Median earnings
$55,453
10 yrs after enrolling
Median debt
$27,000
at graduation

Students

Undergraduates
688
Student–faculty ratio
12:1
Receive Pell grants
40%
  • White79%
  • Hispanic11%
  • Black3%
  • Asian1%

Ripon College FAQ

What is Ripon College's acceptance rate?+

Ripon College admits 80% of applicants, which makes it accessible.

What SAT score do you need for Ripon College?+

The middle 50% of admitted students scored 510–680 on SAT Reading and Writing and 470–590 on SAT Math; the average total is 1176.

What ACT score do you need for Ripon College?+

The middle 50% ACT composite range for admitted students is 21–27.

Is Ripon College test optional?+

Test optional (considered if submitted).

How many students apply to Ripon College?+

In Fall 2023, 1,797 students applied to Ripon College and 1,508 were admitted; 195 enrolled.

Does Ripon College consider legacy status?+

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

Does Ripon College require an essay?+

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

How much does Ripon College cost?+

The sticker cost of attendance is $65,019 per year, but the average net price after grants and scholarships is $20,233.

What is Ripon College's graduation rate?+

59% of full-time students graduate within 150% of normal time.

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