Scripps College

Claremont, California · Private nonprofit, 4-year

At a glance

Average net price

$36,294

In-state, after aid

6-year graduation rate

82.5%

Admission rate

38%

Undergrad size

1,113

In-state tuition

$65,950

Out-of-state tuition

$65,950

Cost of attendance

$87,564

Median earnings (10y)

$77,539

Admissions

SAT average
1,492
ACT midpoint
33
Retention
93.8%
Locale
Suburb

Programs breakdown

19 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by humanities & arts (35%), social sciences (34%), stem (29%).

  • STEM29%
  • Business1%
  • Humanities & arts35%
  • Social sciences34%

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

33 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's57
Biology, General.Bachelor's50
Political Science and Government.Bachelor's45
Health/Medical Preparatory Programs.Graduate certificate42
Economics.Bachelor's40
Natural Resources Conservation and Research.Bachelor's35
Communication and Media Studies.Bachelor's31
English Language and Literature, General.Bachelor's29
Fine and Studio Arts.Bachelor's20
Neurobiology and Neurosciences.Bachelor's19
Human Biology.Bachelor's19
Area Studies.Bachelor's17
Biochemistry, Biophysics and Molecular Biology.Bachelor's15
Ethnic, Cultural Minority, Gender, and Group Studies.Bachelor's14
History.Bachelor's12
Rhetoric and Composition/Writing Studies.Bachelor's11
Linguistic, Comparative, and Related Language Studies and Services.Bachelor's10
Computer Science.Bachelor's9
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities.Bachelor's9
Mathematics.Bachelor's9
Philosophy.Bachelor's9
Anthropology.Bachelor's9
Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other.Bachelor's8
Physics.Bachelor's8
Engineering, General.Undergraduate certificate7
Romance Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics.Bachelor's6
Classics and Classical Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics.Bachelor's6
Human Resources Management and Services.Bachelor's6
Biological and Biomedical Sciences, Other.Bachelor's5
Science, Technology and Society.Bachelor's5
Cognitive Science.Bachelor's5
Chemistry.Bachelor's5
Sociology.Bachelor's5

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 Scripps College

Scripps College is a mid-sized institution located in Claremont, California, primarily awarding the bachelor's degree. It enrolls roughly 1,113 undergraduate students in a suburb setting. The most popular fields of study include Biological sciences, Social sciences, Psychology.

Cost & tuition

The average net price at Scripps College — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $36,294 per year, which is premium-priced compared to other U.S. institutions. Published tuition is $65,950 per year before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $87,564 annually.

Graduation & earnings outcomes

The 6-year graduation rate is 82.5%, a strong completion outcome. 93.8% 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 $77,539 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.

Programs & majors

Scripps College confers degrees and certificates across 19 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Biological sciences, Social sciences, Psychology. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by humanities & arts (35% of credentials), social sciences (34% of credentials), stem (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

Scripps College accepts 38% of applicants, making it selective. Admitted students have an average SAT score around 1,492. The ACT midpoint for admitted students is roughly 33.

Location & campus

Set in Claremont, California (suburb), Scripps College draws students from across California 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 Scripps College

Q.How much does Scripps College cost?

The average net price at Scripps College is $36,294 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $87,564.

Q.What is the graduation rate at Scripps College?

Scripps College has a 6-year graduation rate of 82.5% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.

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

Scripps College admits 38% of applicants, which is considered selective.

Q.How much do Scripps College graduates earn?

Ten years after enrolling, the median Scripps College graduate earns $77,539 per year.

Q.What is tuition at Scripps College?

Published tuition is $65,950 in-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.

Q.Where is Scripps College located?

Scripps College is located in Claremont, California (ZIP 91711).

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 Scripps College at their official website.