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Monmouth College

Monmouth, Illinois · Private (nonprofit)

Apr 1Application deadline

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B+Value
N/ACampus
BAcademics
CAdmissions
B+Student Life
BOverall

About

Monmouth College is located in Monmouth, Illinois. It is a private (nonprofit) institution. The university enrolls approximately 725 students.

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Cost and aid

Cost breakdown

In-state tuition$43,520
Out-of-state tuition$43,520
Room & board$11,116
Students receiving aid31%
Pell grant recipients31%

Monmouth College provides financial assistance to nearly all of its students, with 99% receiving some form of scholarship or aid. The college also covers the cost for all current students to get a U.S. passport, unlocking access to over 198 countries. This commitment to affordability helps students access a transformative educational experience.

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Admissions

Test scores

SAT · middle 50%1010–1230
4001600
ACT · middle 50%20–27
136

Application info

Acceptance rate87%
Student–faculty ratio10:1
Test optionalYes
Common AppYes
Application fee$0

Application dates

Regular DecisionMar 1

Monmouth College considers the whole student in its admissions process, valuing grades alongside other aspects of an applicant's character and aspirations. Applying is straightforward through CommonApp or the college's own application. The college actively recruits international students and supports LGBTQ+ communities.

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Academics

Graduation rate58%
Retention rate70%
Student–faculty ratio10:1
Full-time faculty68%

Monmouth College offers a well-rounded liberal arts curriculum with over 40 majors and 40 minors. Small class sizes, with a 10:1 student-faculty ratio, foster close relationships with professors. The college emphasizes hands-on learning through internships, research, and global experiences.

Outcomes

Median earnings (10 yrs)$51,110
Avg starting salary$36,100
Job placement rate97%
Internship rate64%
Earn more than HS grad75%
Economic mobility151%
Loan default (3 yr)2%
Loan repayment (3 yr)66%

Monmouth College emphasizes preparing students for lives of purpose, leadership, and impact, not just jobs. The Wackerle Center for Career, Leadership and Fellowships supports students in securing internships and fellowships. Graduates have found success at organizations like Farnsworth Group, Halliburton, and the US Army Corps of Engineers.

Student life

Demographics

Small School
725Student size

Compared to 5,382 national average

BalancedGender ratio
Female 48%Male 52%
69% WhiteRacial diversity
White 69%Hispanic 12%Black 10%Asian 2%Other 7%
Campus housingYes

Monmouth College offers a vibrant campus life with over 50 clubs and organizations, including Greek life and a bagpipes and drums band. The college's Scotch-Irish heritage is celebrated through campus traditions. With 88% of students living on campus, there's a strong sense of community.

Student reviews

Campus and vibes

Senior

I enjoyed my time at Monmouth. The professors in my department were amazing and made the four years truly worth it. I received a fantastic education from them and it set me up to go to grad school. The food left something to be desired, to be sure.... Dorm were fine, but often times I felt as though more upgrading could be done to non-premium dorms without raising the price. The tuition, for a private liberal arts school, is pretty good, and they are very accepting of outside scholarships. I came in without outside college classes and they were also very accepting of those.

About Monmouth College

Monmouth College is located in a safe, residential neighborhood, providing a secure environment for students. The college offers security patrols, an emergency broadcasting system, and extensive security lighting. Students generally feel comfortable walking around campus at all hours.

Monmouth College offers a distinctive honors program with opportunities for special seminars and research. The Summer Opportunities for Intellectual Activity (SOFIA) program allows incoming freshmen to engage in faculty-led research before the fall semester. Students can also participate in the Graduate School Exploration Fellowship.

Monmouth College has a diverse student body with a variety of racial, ethnic, and international backgrounds. The college actively recruits international students and provides resources to support their transition and integration into the campus community. Students represent about 28 states and about nine countries.

Endowment$124,783,301
Avg faculty salary$82,068

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