Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
71.13%
SAT Average
1,250
ACT Range
21-30
Knox College Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 71.13%. This means approximately 711 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 997 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
71.13%
Current trend marker with historical import pending
Tuition, Net Price and Aid
| Metric | School value | Context | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accreditation | Higher Learning Commission | Institutional accreditor where reported | Verify |
| In-state tuition | $55,587 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $55,587 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $65,796 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $24,875 | State avg: $15,478. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 29.72% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 71.98% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does Knox College Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$55,587
Room and board
$10,407
Books and supplies
$1,200
Other expenses
$1,432
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$65,796
Average net price
$24,875
Average aid coverage
62%
$40,921 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at Knox College pays approximately $24,875 per year after grants and aid. This is above the Illinois average of $15,478 and above the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is Knox College?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to Illinois and national averages.
Knox College net price
$24,875
Illinois average
$15,478
National average
$17,506
Knox College Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $55,587 and average net price at $24,875. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$55,587
Current net price
$24,875
Current-year comparison is shown now; historical bars will replace this fallback once multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Student Outcomes
Completion Rate (150% Time)
67.51%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$54,820
Undergraduates
997
10-Year Median Earnings - Knox College vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
Knox College graduates earn about 1.3x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends Knox College?
Undergraduates
997
Completion rate
67.51%
Above national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
29.72%
Below national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
71.98%
Above national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 29.72% of Knox College students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 71.98% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at Knox College
Select a family income bracket to see the average net price students in that range paid. Data comes from College Scorecard income-bracket averages when available.
Estimated net price for :
This estimate is based on College Scorecard averages for students in this income range who received federal aid. Actual amounts vary. Use Knox College's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
Knox College lists Higher Learning Commission as its accreditor in the local dataset. Institutional accreditation is an important trust signal and can affect federal financial aid eligibility. Accreditation means an external agency has reviewed academic quality and institutional standards, which helps families verify whether federal aid pathways such as Pell grants and federal loans may apply.
Visit AccreditorCampus and Location
Knox College is listed at 2 E South St, Galesburg, IL 61401. Accreditor: Higher Learning Commission.
Compare Schools
Compare Knox College with nationally comparable peer institutions across acceptance rate, tuition, net price and 10-year earnings. Click any school name to open its full profile.
| School | Accept. rate | Out-of-state tuition | Avg net price | 10-yr earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Knox College | 71.13% | $55,587 | $24,875 | $54,820 |
| University of Notre Dame - | Not available | Not available | Not available | $99,980 |
| Chamberlain University-Illinois | 88.57% | $20,604 | $26,933 | $92,405 |
| University of Chicago | 4.79% | $66,939 | $18,967 | $91,885 |
| Northwestern University | 7.15% | $65,997 | $27,143 | $89,363 |
Similar Schools in Galesburg
This local cluster focuses on nearby Galesburg schools, not national peers. Use it to compare local net price, acceptance rate and enrollment options around Galesburg.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Knox College's acceptance rate?
Knox College's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 71.13%.
How much is Knox College tuition?
Knox College's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $55,587.
What is Knox College's average net price?
Knox College's average net price in the local dataset is $24,875.
What does Knox College cost for families earning under $30,000?
College Scorecard income-bracket data shows an average net price of $15,705 for Knox College students from families earning under $30,000. Actual costs vary; use the official net price calculator for a personalized estimate.
What is Knox College's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $54,820 for Knox College.
Is Knox College accredited?
Knox College's accreditor in the local dataset is Higher Learning Commission.
How many students attend Knox College?
The local dataset lists 997 undergraduate students at Knox College.
What percentage of Knox College students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for Knox College in the local dataset is 29.72%.
What is the federal loan rate at Knox College?
The federal loan rate for Knox College in the local dataset is 71.98%.
Where should I verify Knox College data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with Knox College or the latest official federal education data.