90%
acceptance rate
| Accepted | 150 |
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| Declined | + 15 |
| Total Received | 165 |
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| Name | Location |
|---|---|
| The University of Chicago | Chicago, IL |
| Princeton University | Princeton, NJ |
| Brown University | Providence, RI |
| Carnegie Mellon University | Pittsburgh, PA |
| Willamette University | Salem, OR |
| Prescott College | Prescott, AZ |
| University of Oregon | Eugene, OR |
| Pacific University Oregon | Forest Grove, OR |
| University of Portland | Portland, OR |
| Reed College | Portland, OR |
| SAT | 1630 |
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| ACT | 1118 |
Principia, founded in 1912, is a private, church-affiliated, liberal arts college. Its 2,600-acre campus is located in Elsah, 40 miles north of St. Louis.
| Public/private | Private (nonprofit) |
|---|---|
| Campus Enrollment | 472 |
| Established in | 1912 |
| Coeducational | Coeducational College, Founded Coeducational College |
| Religious affiliation | Christian Science |
| Accredited by | • NCACS (North Central Assn. of Colleges and Schools) |
2,600-acre campus in Elsah (population: 631), 40 miles from St. Louis. Major airport and bus serve St. Louis; train serves Alton (10 miles).
Principia College
1 Maybeck Place
Elsah, IL 62028
| Application fee | |
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| Common application accepted | yes |
| Application deadline | |
| School has early decision program | no |
| School has early action program | yes |
| Admissions interview (required or recommended) |
Recommended |
| SAT/ACT requirements |
SAT Subject Tests Considered if submitted SAT or ACT Required |
90%
acceptance rate
| Accepted | 150 |
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| Declined | + 15 |
| Total Received | 165 |
Character/ personal qualities
Essay
Recommendations
Religious affiliation/commitment
Secondary school record
Interview
Particular talent/ability
Standardized test scores
Alumni/ae relationship
Class rank
Extracurricular activities
Minority affiliation
Volunteer Work
Work Experience
Geographical residence
State residency
Tami Gavaletz
Director of Admissions and Financial Aid
P: 800 277-4648, extension 2802
F: 618 374-4000
collegeadmissions@principia.edu
| Tuition | $28,320 |
| Room | $5,430 |
| Board | $6,000 |
| Additional fees | $600 |
| Books & supplies | $1,000 |
| Total | $41,350 |
|---|---|
| Average Financial Aid | - $31,415 |
| Total with Avg. Aid | $9,935 |
95%
$31,415
Need-based
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| State | |
| Institutional | $9,425,855 |
| Other external | |
| Total | $9,425,855 |
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Non-need-based
| Federal | |
| State | |
| Institutional | $3,006,017 |
| Other external | |
| Total | $3,006,017 |
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Not reported
96%
4%
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Transfer applicants accepted
83%
Applicants accepted who enroll
| Minimum requirements |
High School GPA: 2.40 College GPA: 2.40 |
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| High school transcript | Required of All |
| College transcript(s) | Required of All |
| Statement of good standing from prior institution(s) | Required of All |
| Interview | Recommended of All |
| Standardized test scores | Required of Some |
| Essay or personal statement | Required of All |
Minimum transfers must complete
48
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Not Reported
| Number of foreign countries represented by degree-seeking undergraduate non-resident aliens | 21 |
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| Countries most often represented |
Australia Brazil Canada Colombia Kenya The Phillipines |
| Special services offered for international applicants |
Host family program Special counselors/advisors Special orientation |
Nathan Smith
International Student Admissions Counselor
618 374-5179
nathan.smith@principia.edu
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