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Grinnell College

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Grinnell College: the applicant's brief

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  1. The short answer

    Grinnell College is a private liberal arts college in Grinnell, Iowa, in the United States. It suits students who want an open curriculum and the flexibility to shape their own course of study.

  2. What you can study

    Grinnell College offers a liberal arts education built around an open curriculum, so students do not have to follow a prescribed list of classes. The available subject areas and programme catalogue are not published in the facts given, so confirm current majors, minors, and course offerings on the college website before applying.

  3. Getting in

    International applicants should apply through the collegeโ€™s official admissions process and check the website for current entry requirements, document deadlines, and any English-language expectations. If you need details on transcripts, standardized tests, or visa support, confirm them directly with admissions before submitting an application.

  4. What it costs

    Tuition is charged in USD, but the university does not publish a fee for international students in the facts given; confirm the current rate with its admissions office. Living costs in Grinnell and other student expenses should be budgeted separately and checked against current local information.

  5. Coming from abroad

    The language of instruction is not stated in the facts given, so confirm it on the official website before applying. Also check visa steps, housing options, health insurance requirements, and whether your academic records need translation or credential evaluation.

  6. How it compares

    In the United States, Grinnell College is one of 2,515 universities and colleges listed. What sets it apart in that wider field is the open curriculum, so it will appeal more to students who want flexibility than to those looking for a fixed programme structure.

Written from this university's catalogue entry and its cited encyclopedia summary. Figures are only shown where the institution or a cited source publishes them โ€” always confirm fees and entry requirements with the university itself before applying.

Questions about Grinnell College

What kind of institution is Grinnell College?

It is a private liberal arts college in Grinnell, Iowa, United States.

Does Grinnell College use an open curriculum?

Yes. Students do not have to follow a prescribed list of classes.

Where is Grinnell College located?

It is in Grinnell, Iowa, in the United States.

What is the official website?

http://www.grinnell.edu/

Overview

Grinnell College is a private liberal arts college in Grinnell, Iowa, United States. It was established as Iowa College in 1846 by a group of Congregationalists from New England. It has an "open curriculum," which means students need not follow a prescribed list of classes. The college's 120-acre (49ย ha) campus includes several listings on the National Register of Historic Places.

Programs at Grinnell College

44 programs across 2 study levels.

Other

Languages & Linguistics

Arabic

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Computer Science & IT

Digital Studies

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Social Sciences & Psychology

European Studies

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Languages & Linguistics

Linguistics

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Life Sciences

Neuroscience

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Social Sciences & Psychology

Philosophy

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Science

Statistics

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Bachelor's Degree

Bachelor's Degree Social Sciences & Psychology

American Studies

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โฑ 4 years ๐ŸŽ“ Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Social Sciences & Psychology

Anthropology

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โฑ 4 years ๐ŸŽ“ Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Arts, Design & Architecture

Art History

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โฑ 4 years ๐ŸŽ“ Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Life Sciences

Biological Chemistry

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โฑ 4 years ๐ŸŽ“ Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Life Sciences

Biology

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โฑ 4 years ๐ŸŽ“ Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Science

Chemistry

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โฑ 4 years ๐ŸŽ“ Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Languages & Linguistics

Chinese and Japanese

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โฑ 4 years ๐ŸŽ“ Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Languages & Linguistics

Classics

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โฑ 4 years ๐ŸŽ“ Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Computer Science & IT

Computer Science

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โฑ 4 years ๐ŸŽ“ Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Economics & Public Policy

Economics

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โฑ 4 years ๐ŸŽ“ Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Languages & Linguistics

English

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โฑ 4 years ๐ŸŽ“ Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Languages & Linguistics

French and Arabic

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โฑ 4 years ๐ŸŽ“ Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Science

General Science

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โฑ 4 years ๐ŸŽ“ Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Languages & Linguistics

German Studies

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โฑ 4 years ๐ŸŽ“ Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Social Sciences & Psychology

History

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โฑ 4 years ๐ŸŽ“ Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Science

Mathematics

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โฑ 4 years ๐ŸŽ“ Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Music & Performing Arts

Music

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โฑ 4 years ๐ŸŽ“ Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Science

Physics

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โฑ 4 years ๐ŸŽ“ Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Social Sciences & Psychology

Political Science

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โฑ 4 years ๐ŸŽ“ Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Social Sciences & Psychology

Psychology

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โฑ 4 years ๐ŸŽ“ Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Social Sciences & Psychology

Religious Studies

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โฑ 4 years ๐ŸŽ“ Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Languages & Linguistics

Russian

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โฑ 4 years ๐ŸŽ“ Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Social Sciences & Psychology

Sociology

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โฑ 4 years ๐ŸŽ“ Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Languages & Linguistics

Spanish

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โฑ 4 years ๐ŸŽ“ Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Arts, Design & Architecture

Studio Art

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โฑ 4 years ๐ŸŽ“ Full Time

Tuition fees & costs

Indicative annual tuition

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Indicative living cost

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Fees vary by programme and are indicative. Confirm exact fees with the university before applying.

Admission requirements

How to apply

  1. 1Check the entry requirements and intake dates for your chosen programme on the official university website.
  2. 2Confirm you meet the academic requirements (high-school certificate, bachelorโ€™s degree or equivalent) for the programme.
  3. 3Apply directly through the university admission portal, or via its official application platform.
  4. 4Submit your transcripts and English-proficiency scores (IELTS / TOEFL / Duolingo English Test) and pay the application fee.
  5. 5On receiving your offer letter, accept it and begin your student-visa process for United States.

Scholarships at Grinnell College

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Last updated 29 Aug 2026. Information is provided for guidance โ€” verify with official sources before applying.

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