At a glance
Average net price
$24,595
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
67.7%
Admission rate
71%
Undergrad size
1,127
In-state tuition
$57,903
Out-of-state tuition
$57,903
Cost of attendance
$68,134
Median earnings (10y)
$54,820
Admissions
- SAT average
- 1,326
- ACT midpoint
- 28
- Retention
- 83.1%
- Locale
- Town
Programs breakdown
19 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by social sciences (30%), stem (30%), humanities & arts (29%).
- STEM30%
- Business11%
- Humanities & arts29%
- Social sciences30%
- Computer science11.1%~125 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Education10.7%~120 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Biological sciences10.7%~120 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Social sciences10.7%~120 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Business10.7%~120 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- English8.9%~100 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~90 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Psychology6.7%~75 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~45 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~40 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- History3.6%~40 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~40 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Liberal arts2.2%~25 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~20 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~20 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Mathematics0.9%~10 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~5 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~5 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Communication0.4%~5 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
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
30 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.
| Major | Credential | Grads | Median earnings | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor's | 72 | — | $27,000 |
| Research and Experimental Psychology. | Bachelor's | 57 | — | $27,000 |
| Rhetoric and Composition/Writing Studies. | Bachelor's | 46 | $19,149 | $26,976 |
| Biology, General. | Bachelor's | 46 | $21,960 | $27,000 |
| Computer Science. | Bachelor's | 43 | — | $25,673 |
| Economics. | Bachelor's | 37 | $37,736 | $25,000 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Bachelor's | 36 | $32,439 | $27,000 |
| Natural Resources Conservation and Research. | Bachelor's | 34 | — | $26,000 |
| Political Science and Government. | Bachelor's | 32 | — | $25,553 |
| Sociology and Anthropology. | Bachelor's | 32 | — | $27,000 |
| Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft. | Bachelor's | 18 | — | — |
| Fine and Studio Arts. | Bachelor's | 18 | — | — |
| Biochemistry, Biophysics and Molecular Biology. | Bachelor's | 17 | — | — |
| History. | Bachelor's | 16 | — | — |
| English Language and Literature, General. | Bachelor's | 13 | — | — |
| Physics. | Bachelor's | 13 | — | — |
| Chemistry. | Bachelor's | 12 | — | — |
| International Relations and National Security Studies. | Bachelor's | 12 | — | — |
| Neurobiology and Neurosciences. | Bachelor's | 11 | — | — |
| Area Studies. | Bachelor's | 8 | — | — |
| Ethnic, Cultural Minority, Gender, and Group Studies. | Bachelor's | 7 | — | — |
| Philosophy. | Bachelor's | 7 | — | — |
| Public Policy Analysis. | Bachelor's | 7 | — | — |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Bachelor's | 6 | — | — |
| Data Science. | Bachelor's | 6 | — | — |
| Education, General. | Bachelor's | 5 | — | — |
| Romance Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics. | Bachelor's | 5 | — | — |
| Music. | Bachelor's | 5 | — | — |
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor's | — | $24,849 | — |
| Social Sciences, Other. | Bachelor's | — | $25,275 | — |
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 Knox College
Knox College is a mid-sized institution located in Galesburg, Illinois, primarily awarding the bachelor's degree. It enrolls roughly 1,127 undergraduate students in a town setting. The most popular fields of study include Computer science, Education, Biological sciences.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at Knox College — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $24,595 per year, which is above the national average compared to other U.S. institutions. Published tuition is $57,903 per year before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $68,134 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 67.7%, a above-average completion outcome. 83.1% 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 $54,820 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
Knox College confers degrees and certificates across 19 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Computer science, Education, Biological sciences. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by social sciences (30% of credentials), stem (30% of credentials), humanities & arts (29% 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
Knox College accepts 71% of applicants, making it moderately selective. Admitted students have an average SAT score around 1,326. The ACT midpoint for admitted students is roughly 28.
Location & campus
Set in Galesburg, Illinois (town), Knox College draws students from across Illinois 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 Knox College
Q.How much does Knox College cost?
The average net price at Knox College is $24,595 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $68,134.
Q.What is the graduation rate at Knox College?
Knox College has a 6-year graduation rate of 67.7% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How hard is it to get into Knox College?
Knox College admits 71% of applicants, which is considered moderately selective.
Q.How much do Knox College graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median Knox College graduate earns $54,820 per year.
Q.What is tuition at Knox College?
Published tuition is $57,903 in-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is Knox College located?
Knox College is located in Galesburg, Illinois (ZIP 61401).
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 Knox College at their official website.