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Knox College, located in Galesburg, Illinois, approximately 180 miles southwest of Chicago, occupies a historic campus known for its red brick architecture and tree-lined grounds. Founded in 1837 by abolitionists and social reformers, Knox was among the first colleges in the United States to admit both women and people of color. The liberal arts institution maintains selective admission standards and offers distinctive academic programs in creative writing, environmental studies, and immersive research opportunities through its Green Oaks Biological Field Station. The college requires students to live on campus for their first three years, housing them in traditional residence halls and themed housing communities, while its NCAA Division III athletic programs compete in the Midwest Conference as the Prairie Fire.
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Knox College is rated within the top 36% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 7 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for Knox College within the 2025 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#306 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#222 in Best Private Colleges in the U.S.
#12 in Best Colleges in Illinois
#10 in Best Private Colleges in Illinois
#139 in Best Value Colleges in the U.S.
#11 in Best Value Colleges in Illinois
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 1120/1385 |
| ACT | 21/30 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Jan 15, 2025 |
| Applicant Competition | Low |
| Application Fee | $0 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,200 |
| Other Fees | $819 |
| Room and Board | $10,407 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $1,432 |
| Total One Year Cost | $68,626 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Social Sciences | 22% |
| English and Literature | 13% |
| Education | 12% |
| Foreign Languages | 11% |
| Biology | 10% |
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Last updated February 24, 2025