Overview
Enrollment
Ripon College occupies a 250-acre campus in the small city of Ripon, Wisconsin, located 90 miles northwest of Milwaukee. Established in 1851 as a preparatory school that evolved into a liberal arts college, the institution features both historic limestone buildings and modern academic facilities arranged around a central oak grove. The college maintains a selective admission process and offers more than 40 majors, with notable programs in biology, business management, and teacher education. Students are required to live on campus for their first three years, housed primarily in residence halls and campus houses, and the college competes in NCAA Division III athletics as the Red Hawks through the Midwest Conference.
Ratings
Overall
Academics
Resources
Outcomes
Value
Ripon College is rated within the top 49% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 6 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 940/1160 |
| ACT | 20/27 |
| GPA | 3.41 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | - |
| Applicant Competition | Very Low |
| Application Fee | $30 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $750 |
| Other Fees | $300 |
| Room and Board | $9,490 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $1,900 |
| Total One Year Cost | $61,740 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Social Sciences | 14% |
| Business | 13% |
| History | 10% |
| Recreation, Leisure and Fitness Studies | 9% |
| Psychology | 9% |
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Last updated February 24, 2024