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Grinnell College

Private nonprofit Grinnell, IA · Town · Plains · 100% data reported · Agent Insights
88%
Graduation Rate
$62,830
Earnings (10yr)
$17,648
Net Price
15%
Acceptance Rate

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Overview

Grinnell College has an impressive graduation rate of 88%. This high number reflects the school’s commitment to student success and academic support. With a small enrollment of 1,729 students, the college fosters an intimate learning environment that encourages close relationships between students and faculty.

Data from the Chetty/Opportunity Insights research highlights that Grinnell graduates can expect to earn about $62,830 within ten years of completing their degree. While specific mobility rates are not available, the college's focus on liberal arts education prepares students for diverse career paths, enhancing their economic outcomes over time.

The net price for attending Grinnell is $17,648, with a median debt of $17,500 for graduates. This financial landscape allows many students to thrive without overwhelming debt. Students who excel here often have strong interests in social sciences, biology, computer science, and psychology, making Grinnell a fitting choice for those passionate about these fields.

Rankings

How Grinnell Compares

Dot right of center = above national average.

NATIONAL AVGGraduation88%Earnings 10yr$63KNet Price$18KRetention93%Median Debt$18KPell Grant Rate18%

Net Price by Family Income

What families actually pay after aid, by income bracket.

$10K$0-30K$8K$30-48K$10K$48-75K$38K$110K+

The Mobility Equation

Mobility = Access x Success. How many low-income students get in, and how many reach the top 20%?

ACCESS% from bottom 20%353.3%SUCCESS% who reach top 20%4118.8%MOBILITY145.53%

Cost & Financial Aid

$68,106
In-State Tuition
$68,106
Out-of-State
$17,648
Avg Net Price
$17,500
Median Debt
18%
Pell Grant Rate
13%
Federal Loan Rate

What Families Actually Pay

$9,970
Family Income $0–$30K
$7,789
Family Income $30K–$48K
$9,669
Family Income $48K–$75K
$37,725
Family Income $110K+

Graduate Outcomes

$49,004
6 Years After Entry
$58,562
8 Years
$62,830
10 Years
0.28x
Debt-to-Earnings
65%
Earning > $25K

Earnings Trajectory

$49,004 6yr $58,562 8yr $62,830 10yr

Social Mobility

Data: Raj Chetty's Mobility Report Card · 30M+ anonymized tax records

145.53%
Mobility Rate
Bottom 20% → Top 20%
4118.8%
Success Rate
If bottom 20% get in
353.3%
From Bottom 20%
Share of students
$126,400
Parent Median Income

Social Capital

Data: Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

1.75
Economic Connectedness
Cross-class friendships
-0.01
Friending Bias
Lower = more inclusive
16.1%
Volunteering Rate
1.00
Support Ratio
Community support

Innovation

Data: Opportunity Insights Patent & Innovation Data

1.149%
Inventor Rate
35
Total Patents
146
Total Citations

Academics & Admissions

Acceptance Rate 15%
Retention Rate 93%
SAT Average 1486
ACT Midpoint 32
SAT Range 1410–1540
ACT Range 31–34
Full-Time Faculty 81%
Faculty Salary (mo) $12,576
Diversity Index 0.70
First-Gen Students 18%

Top Programs

Social Sciences 26%
Biology & Biomedical 16%
Computer Science & IT 14%
Psychology 9%
Physical Sciences 9%
English & Literature 4%
Mathematics & Statistics 4%
Visual & Performing Arts 3%