Principia College

Elsah, Illinois 62028-9799

Data updated 2024 · Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard

Private Nonprofit Bachelor's Rural: Fringe

47.9%

Acceptance Rate

$32,130

In-State Tuition

80.5%

Graduation Rate

Admissions

47.9%

accepted

Principia College accepted 47.9% of applicants, making it Selective.

Test Scores

Test	25th Percentile	Midpoint	75th Percentile
SAT Total	970	1111	1300
SAT Reading	475	556	650
SAT Math	495	555	650
ACT Composite	—	25	—

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition at Principia College is $32,130.

$32,130
Tuition

Cost Category	Amount
Tuition & Fees	$32,130
Room & Board (On Campus)	$12,870
Books & Supplies	$1,000
Students Receiving Pell Grants	0.0%
Students Taking Federal Loans	0.0%

Outcomes & Earnings

The graduation rate is 80.5%.

80.5%
Graduation Rate

82.3%

Freshman Retention

Outcome Metric	Value
Graduation Rate (4-Year)	80.5%
Freshman Retention Rate	82.3%

Student Body

Principia College has 316 undergraduate students.

Demographics

White

44.6%

Non-Resident

38.9%

Hispanic

5.7%

Black

3.2%

Two or More

2.5%

Asian

1.6%

Student Metric	Value
Total Undergraduates	316
Students Over 25	4.7%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Principia College?

The acceptance rate at Principia College is 47.9%, making it selective. This means that for every 100 applicants, approximately 47 are admitted.

How much does it cost to attend Principia College?

In-state tuition at Principia College is $32,130.

What is the graduation rate at Principia College?

The graduation rate at Principia College is 80.5%. The freshman retention rate is 82.3%, which measures how many first-year students return for their second year.

How many students attend Principia College?

Principia College has 316 undergraduate students.

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