At a glance
Average net price
Not available
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
74.3%
Admission rate
Not available
Undergrad size
339
In-state tuition
$34,680
Out-of-state tuition
$34,680
Cost of attendance
Not available
Median earnings (10y)
Not available
Admissions
- SAT average
- Not available
- ACT midpoint
- 25
- Retention
- 83.1%
- Locale
- Rural
Programs breakdown
16 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by humanities & arts (42%), social sciences (24%), stem (20%).
- STEM20%
- Business14%
- Humanities & arts42%
- Social sciences24%
- ~46 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Business13.6%~46 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- Education11.9%~40 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Communication11.9%~40 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Social sciences10.2%~34 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- English8.5%~29 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~29 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~17 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Computer science3.4%~11 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~11 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Engineering1.7%~6 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~6 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Mathematics1.7%~6 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~6 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- History1.7%~6 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~6 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare 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
16 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Education, General. | Bachelor's | 27 | — | — |
| Communication and Media Studies. | Bachelor's | 20 | — | — |
| Economics. | Bachelor's | 13 | — | — |
| Ecology, Evolution, Systematics, and Population Biology. | Bachelor's | 12 | — | — |
| Engineering Science. | Bachelor's | 11 | — | — |
| Fine and Studio Arts. | Bachelor's | 11 | — | — |
| Computer Science. | Bachelor's | 10 | — | — |
| Political Science and Government. | Bachelor's | 10 | — | — |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor's | 10 | — | — |
| Sustainability Studies. | Bachelor's | 9 | — | — |
| Entrepreneurial and Small Business Operations. | Bachelor's | 7 | — | — |
| History. | Bachelor's | 7 | — | — |
| Natural Resources Conservation and Research. | Bachelor's | 6 | — | — |
| International/Globalization Studies. | Bachelor's | 6 | — | — |
| Mathematics. | Bachelor's | 5 | — | — |
| Finance and Financial Management Services. | 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 Principia College
Principia College is a small institution located in Elsah, Illinois, primarily awarding the bachelor's degree. It enrolls roughly 339 undergraduate students in a rural setting. The most popular fields of study include Visual & performing arts, Business, Education.
Cost & tuition
Published net-price data for Principia College is not available in the most recent federal release. Published tuition is $34,680 per year before aid.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 74.3%, a strong completion outcome. 83.1% of first-time students return for a second year, a useful proxy for student satisfaction and academic fit.
Programs & majors
Principia College confers degrees and certificates across 16 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Visual & performing arts, Business, Education. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by humanities & arts (42% of credentials), social sciences (24% of credentials), stem (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
Admission rate data is not reported for this institution, which is typical for open-admission community and trade schools. The ACT midpoint for admitted students is roughly 25.
Location & campus
Set in Elsah, Illinois (rural), Principia 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 Principia College
Q.What is the graduation rate at Principia College?
Principia College has a 6-year graduation rate of 74.3% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.What is tuition at Principia College?
Published tuition is $34,680 in-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is Principia College located?
Principia College is located in Elsah, Illinois (ZIP 62028).
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 Principia College at their official website.