Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
83.92%
SAT Average
1,143
ACT Range
20-27
Ripon College Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 83.92%. This means approximately 839 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 720 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
83.92%
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 | $50,700 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $50,700 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $61,495 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $21,176 | State avg: $17,077. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 33.29% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 73.89% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does Ripon College Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$50,700
Room and board
$10,190
Books and supplies
$750
Other expenses
$1,900
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$61,495
Average net price
$21,176
Average aid coverage
66%
$40,319 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at Ripon College pays approximately $21,176 per year after grants and aid. This is above the Wisconsin average of $17,077 and above the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is Ripon College?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to Wisconsin and national averages.
Ripon College net price
$21,176
Wisconsin average
$17,077
National average
$17,506
Ripon College Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $50,700 and average net price at $21,176. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$50,700
Current net price
$21,176
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)
59.91%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$54,902
Undergraduates
720
10-Year Median Earnings - Ripon College vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
Ripon College graduates earn about 1.3x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends Ripon College?
Undergraduates
720
Completion rate
59.91%
Above national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
33.29%
Below national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
73.89%
Above national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 33.29% of Ripon College students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 73.89% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at Ripon 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 Ripon College's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
Ripon 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
Ripon College is listed at 300 West Seward Street, Ripon, WI 54971-0248. Accreditor: Higher Learning Commission.
Compare Schools
Compare Ripon 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ripon College | 83.92% | $50,700 | $21,176 | $54,902 |
| Milwaukee School of Engineering | 60.39% | $48,421 | $24,021 | $89,070 |
| Marquette University | 87.44% | $48,700 | $29,237 | $78,257 |
| Bellin College | 100.00% | $28,211 | $27,313 | $76,222 |
| University of Wisconsin-Madison | 43.35% | $40,603 | $16,928 | $73,792 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ripon College's acceptance rate?
Ripon College's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 83.92%.
How much is Ripon College tuition?
Ripon College's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $50,700.
What is Ripon College's average net price?
Ripon College's average net price in the local dataset is $21,176.
What does Ripon College cost for families earning under $30,000?
College Scorecard income-bracket data shows an average net price of $13,478 for Ripon College students from families earning under $30,000. Actual costs vary; use the official net price calculator for a personalized estimate.
What is Ripon College's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $54,902 for Ripon College.
Is Ripon College accredited?
Ripon College's accreditor in the local dataset is Higher Learning Commission.
How many students attend Ripon College?
The local dataset lists 720 undergraduate students at Ripon College.
What percentage of Ripon College students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for Ripon College in the local dataset is 33.29%.
What is the federal loan rate at Ripon College?
The federal loan rate for Ripon College in the local dataset is 73.89%.
Where should I verify Ripon College data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with Ripon College or the latest official federal education data.