At a glance
Average net price
$17,133
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
64.6%
Admission rate
91%
Undergrad size
702
In-state tuition
$44,922
Out-of-state tuition
$44,922
Cost of attendance
$57,157
Median earnings (10y)
$51,110
Admissions
- SAT average
- 1,128
- ACT midpoint
- 26
- Retention
- 74.4%
- Locale
- Town
Programs breakdown
20 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by social sciences (28%), stem (21%), humanities & arts (20%).
- STEM21%
- Health2%
- Business17%
- Humanities & arts20%
- Social sciences28%
- Trades & services12%
- Business17.5%~123 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- Parks & recreation12.2%~85 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Education11.6%~82 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Psychology9.0%~63 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~56 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~52 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~48 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Social sciences6.9%~48 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Communication6.9%~48 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Computer science2.1%~15 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Engineering2.1%~15 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~15 students/yr · HealthCompare schools
- English1.6%~11 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~11 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- History1.1%~7 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~7 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~4 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Liberal arts0.5%~4 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Mathematics0.5%~4 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~4 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
26 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 | 66 | $41,471 | $26,018 |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness. | Bachelor's | 38 | $27,325 | $25,757 |
| Economics. | Bachelor's | 28 | — | — |
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor's | 25 | $27,316 | $27,000 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Bachelor's | 20 | $33,945 | — |
| Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication. | Bachelor's | 16 | — | — |
| Biochemistry, Biophysics and Molecular Biology. | Bachelor's | 15 | — | — |
| Communication and Media Studies. | Bachelor's | 14 | — | — |
| Biopsychology. | Bachelor's | 14 | — | — |
| Political Science and Government. | Bachelor's | 14 | — | — |
| Biology, General. | Bachelor's | 13 | — | — |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Bachelor's | 11 | $48,061 | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas. | Bachelor's | 10 | — | — |
| Classics and Classical Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics. | Bachelor's | 10 | — | — |
| Chemistry. | Bachelor's | 9 | — | — |
| Physics. | Bachelor's | 9 | — | — |
| History. | Bachelor's | 9 | — | — |
| English Language and Literature/Letters, Other. | Bachelor's | 8 | — | — |
| English Language and Literature, General. | Bachelor's | 7 | — | — |
| Sociology. | Bachelor's | 7 | — | — |
| International Business. | Bachelor's | 7 | — | — |
| Computer Science. | Bachelor's | 6 | — | — |
| Neurobiology and Neurosciences. | Bachelor's | 6 | — | — |
| Mathematics. | Bachelor's | 6 | — | — |
| Romance Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics. | Bachelor's | 5 | — | $27,000 |
| Fine and Studio Arts. | Bachelor's | 5 | — | — |
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 Monmouth College
Monmouth College is a small institution located in Monmouth, Illinois, primarily awarding the bachelor's degree. It enrolls roughly 702 undergraduate students in a town setting. The most popular fields of study include Business, Parks & recreation, Education.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at Monmouth College — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $17,133 per year, which is moderately priced compared to other U.S. institutions. Published tuition is $44,922 per year before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $57,157 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 64.6%, a above-average completion outcome. 74.4% 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 $51,110 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
Monmouth College confers degrees and certificates across 20 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Business, Parks & recreation, Education. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by social sciences (28% of credentials), stem (21% of credentials), humanities & arts (20% 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
Monmouth College accepts 91% of applicants, making it open or near-open admission. Admitted students have an average SAT score around 1,128. The ACT midpoint for admitted students is roughly 26.
Location & campus
Set in Monmouth, Illinois (town), Monmouth 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 Monmouth College
Q.How much does Monmouth College cost?
The average net price at Monmouth College is $17,133 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $57,157.
Q.What is the graduation rate at Monmouth College?
Monmouth College has a 6-year graduation rate of 64.6% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How hard is it to get into Monmouth College?
Monmouth College admits 91% of applicants, which is considered open or near-open admission.
Q.How much do Monmouth College graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median Monmouth College graduate earns $51,110 per year.
Q.What is tuition at Monmouth College?
Published tuition is $44,922 in-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is Monmouth College located?
Monmouth College is located in Monmouth, Illinois (ZIP 61462).
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 Monmouth College at their official website.