Earlham College

Richmond, Indiana · Private nonprofit, 4-year

At a glance

Average net price

$24,714

In-state, after aid

6-year graduation rate

69.0%

Admission rate

73%

Undergrad size

670

In-state tuition

$53,930

Out-of-state tuition

$53,930

Cost of attendance

$67,684

Median earnings (10y)

$50,797

Admissions

SAT average
1,219
ACT midpoint
28
Retention
77.2%
Locale
Town

Programs breakdown

17 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by stem (36%), humanities & arts (26%), social sciences (18%).

  • STEM36%
  • Business16%
  • Humanities & arts26%
  • Social sciences18%
  • Trades & services4%

Share of all degrees and certificates awarded in each broad CIP-2 program area (U.S. Department of Education, latest reporting year). Estimated students/yr = share × undergrad size.

Specific majors offered

29 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.

MajorCredentialGradsMedian earningsMedian debt
Research and Experimental Psychology.Bachelor's50$23,250
Business Administration, Management and Operations.Bachelor's42$31,096$27,000
Biochemistry, Biophysics and Molecular Biology.Bachelor's39
Theological and Ministerial Studies.Master's32
Biology, General.Bachelor's25
Education, General.Master's23
Neurobiology and Neurosciences.Bachelor's22
Fine and Studio Arts.Bachelor's19
Computer Science.Bachelor's18
Economics.Bachelor's18
Geological and Earth Sciences/Geosciences.Bachelor's13
English Language and Literature/Letters, Other.Bachelor's11
Peace Studies and Conflict Resolution.Bachelor's11
Data Science.Bachelor's11
Area Studies.Bachelor's10
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, General.Bachelor's10
History.Bachelor's10
Natural Resources Conservation and Research.Bachelor's9
Ethnic, Cultural Minority, Gender, and Group Studies.Bachelor's8
Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other.Bachelor's7$19,216
Sociology and Anthropology.Bachelor's7
Mathematics.Bachelor's6
Chemistry.Bachelor's6
Human Services, General.Bachelor's6
Music.Bachelor's6
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities.Bachelor's5
Political Science and Government.Bachelor's5
Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft.Bachelor's5
Psychology, General.Bachelor's$24,243

Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard Field of Study. Earnings cover graduates who received federal financial aid and are working / not enrolled. Cells marked "—" are not reported or were suppressed for privacy.

About Earlham College

Earlham College is a small institution located in Richmond, Indiana, primarily awarding the bachelor's degree. It enrolls roughly 670 undergraduate students in a town setting. The most popular fields of study include Biological sciences, Business, Psychology.

Cost & tuition

The average net price at Earlham College — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $24,714 per year, which is above the national average compared to other U.S. institutions. Published tuition is $53,930 per year before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $67,684 annually.

Graduation & earnings outcomes

The 6-year graduation rate is 69.0%, a above-average completion outcome. 77.2% of first-time students return for a second year, a useful proxy for student satisfaction and academic fit. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $50,797 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.

Programs & majors

Earlham College confers degrees and certificates across 17 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Biological sciences, Business, Psychology. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by stem (36% of credentials), humanities & arts (26% of credentials), social sciences (18% of credentials), which gives a quick read on the school's overall academic profile. Use the programs breakdown below to see every reported area, an estimated number of students per program per year, and links to compare other U.S. colleges in the same field.

Admissions

Earlham College accepts 73% of applicants, making it moderately selective. Admitted students have an average SAT score around 1,219. The ACT midpoint for admitted students is roughly 28.

Location & campus

Set in Richmond, Indiana (town), Earlham College draws students from across Indiana and beyond. Prospective students often weigh proximity, cost of living, and local industry demand when choosing between schools in this area.

Frequently asked questions about Earlham College

Q.How much does Earlham College cost?

The average net price at Earlham College is $24,714 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $67,684.

Q.What is the graduation rate at Earlham College?

Earlham College has a 6-year graduation rate of 69.0% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.

Q.How hard is it to get into Earlham College?

Earlham College admits 73% of applicants, which is considered moderately selective.

Q.How much do Earlham College graduates earn?

Ten years after enrolling, the median Earlham College graduate earns $50,797 per year.

Q.What is tuition at Earlham College?

Published tuition is $53,930 in-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.

Q.Where is Earlham College located?

Earlham College is located in Richmond, Indiana (ZIP 47374).

Data on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and IPEDS, the federal sources colleges are required to report to. Net price, graduation rate, and earnings figures reflect the latest available federal release. Always verify current tuition and program availability directly with Earlham College at their official website.