At a glance
Average net price
$20,216
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
63.3%
Admission rate
80%
Undergrad size
688
In-state tuition
$51,900
Out-of-state tuition
$51,900
Cost of attendance
$63,540
Median earnings (10y)
$54,902
Admissions
- SAT average
- 1,176
- ACT midpoint
- 24
- Retention
- 72.3%
- Locale
- Town
Programs breakdown
15 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by social sciences (28%), humanities & arts (24%), stem (18%).
- STEM18%
- Health3%
- Business16%
- Humanities & arts24%
- Social sciences28%
- Trades & services12%
- Business16.2%~111 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- Parks & recreation11.5%~79 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Education10.8%~74 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Biological sciences10.8%~74 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Social sciences10.0%~69 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Psychology6.9%~48 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- English6.2%~42 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- History6.2%~42 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Communication4.6%~32 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~26 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~26 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~21 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~21 students/yr · HealthCompare schools
- Mathematics2.3%~16 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Computer science0.8%~5 students/yr · STEMCompare 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
25 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor's | 44 | $27,277 | $27,000 |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness. | Bachelor's | 38 | $25,869 | $27,000 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Bachelor's | 33 | — | — |
| Biology, General. | Bachelor's | 30 | — | $27,000 |
| Chemistry. | Bachelor's | 26 | — | — |
| Political Science and Government. | Bachelor's | 26 | — | — |
| Communication and Media Studies. | Bachelor's | 18 | — | — |
| Business/Commerce, General. | Bachelor's | 18 | $35,366 | $27,000 |
| English Language and Literature, General. | Bachelor's | 17 | $22,399 | — |
| History. | Bachelor's | 17 | — | $26,838 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas. | Bachelor's | 16 | — | — |
| Biopsychology. | Bachelor's | 16 | — | — |
| Anthropology. | Bachelor's | 10 | — | — |
| Sociology. | Bachelor's | 10 | — | — |
| Finance and Financial Management Services. | Bachelor's | 10 | — | — |
| Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft. | Bachelor's | 9 | — | — |
| Mathematics. | Bachelor's | 8 | — | — |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Bachelor's | 8 | — | — |
| Physics. | Bachelor's | 7 | — | — |
| Economics. | Bachelor's | 7 | $41,328 | — |
| Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other. | Bachelor's | 6 | — | — |
| Fine and Studio Arts. | Bachelor's | 6 | — | — |
| Natural Resources Conservation and Research. | Bachelor's | 5 | — | — |
| Romance Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics. | Bachelor's | 5 | — | — |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Bachelor's | — | $30,523 | $27,000 |
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 Ripon College
Ripon College is a small institution located in Ripon, Wisconsin, primarily awarding the bachelor's degree. It enrolls roughly 688 undergraduate students in a town setting. The most popular fields of study include Business, Parks & recreation, Education.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at Ripon College — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $20,216 per year, which is above the national average compared to other U.S. institutions. Published tuition is $51,900 per year before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $63,540 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 63.3%, a above-average completion outcome. 72.3% 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 $54,902 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
Ripon College confers degrees and certificates across 15 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), humanities & arts (24% of credentials), stem (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
Ripon College accepts 80% of applicants, making it moderately selective. Admitted students have an average SAT score around 1,176. The ACT midpoint for admitted students is roughly 24.
Location & campus
Set in Ripon, Wisconsin (town), Ripon College draws students from across Wisconsin 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 Ripon College
Q.How much does Ripon College cost?
The average net price at Ripon College is $20,216 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $63,540.
Q.What is the graduation rate at Ripon College?
Ripon College has a 6-year graduation rate of 63.3% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How hard is it to get into Ripon College?
Ripon College admits 80% of applicants, which is considered moderately selective.
Q.How much do Ripon College graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median Ripon College graduate earns $54,902 per year.
Q.What is tuition at Ripon College?
Published tuition is $51,900 in-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is Ripon College located?
Ripon College is located in Ripon, Wisconsin (ZIP 54971).
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 Ripon College at their official website.