Knox Academic Snapshot
Admission Selectiveness:
- Admission Rate: 70.79%. Moderately selective, indicating a less competitive admission process.
- SAT Average: 1320. Above average SAT scores, indicating competitive applicants.
Tuition Overview:
- Tuition: $57,903
- Tuition rates are on the higher end, which may reflect the institution's resources or prestige.
Student Population at Knox:
- Total Enrollment: 1,136
- All Undergraduate
- Gender Distribution: 50.3% men, 49.7% women.
- This is a small institution, fostering a close-knit community and individualized attention.
Graduation & Retention Rate
- Graduation Rate: 68%. Moderate graduation rate, typical for many institutions.
- Transfer-Out Rate: 16%. Some students transfer out, which is common in higher education.
- First-Year Retention Rate: 83%. Good retention, typical for many institutions.
Programs & Degrees Offered
- Programs Offered: 45 academic programs available.
- Degrees Awarded: Bachelor's.
Knox Overview
Knox College (Knox) is a four-year, private (not-for-profit) school located in Galesburg, IL. It is classified as Baccalaureate College - Arts & Sciences by Carnegie Classification
The Knox's tuition & fees is $57,903 for the academic year 2024-2025. 100% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $45,474.
The school has a total enrollment of 1,136 and the students to faculty ratio is 11 to 1 (9.09%).
Knox's acceptance rate is 70.79% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 11.48%. The median SAT score is 1320 and the ACT score is 29.
Knox ranked 183rd in Liberal Arts Colleges and 34th in Illinois Colleges rankings. Knox College is accredited by Higher Learning Commission.
2025 Tuition & Fees and 2026 Estimation
For undergraduate programs, the 2025 tuition & fees of Knox College is $57,903.
The estimated 2026 tuition & fees for prospective students is $60,315 based on the current year tuition changes from last year.
The estimation for 2025-2026 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.
Learning Opportunities and Campus Services
Knox College offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for undergraduate programs.
Special Learning Opportunities at Knox
| Learning Opportunities |
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| ROTC | No |
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| Weekend/Evening College | No |
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| Teacher Certification | Yes |
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| Study Abroad | Yes |
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| On-Campus Services |
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| Academic/career counseling service | Yes |
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| Employment services for students | Yes |
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| Placement services for completers | Yes |
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| On-campus day care for students' children | No |
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