Kenyon College
Location: Gambier, OH (rural)
Size: 1,875 students
Avg percent need-met: 100% Need Met
Acceptance rate: 37%
Middle 50% ACT: 31-34 **Test Optional for Fall 2022**
Middle 50% SAT: 1360-1470 **Test Optional for Fall 2022**
Kenyon is a liberal arts college located on a gorgeous campus in rural Ohio. Academically rigorous and focused on writing, they have a relatively open curriculum with many choices. There's a huge diversity of programs and activities on campus, and the student body reflects this with uniquely quirky, motivated people. Professors are engaged and passionate, so classes feel individual. Expect to devote a lot of time to studying, but the work feels meaningful.
Popular majors / known for: English, Political Science, Psychology, Economics, History
Academic approach: Liberal arts
Fun fact / campus tradition: Singing is a deeply rooted tradition at Kenyon, as evidenced by the multiple singing groups that have existed for many years. For generations, the first and last "sings" of a student's career at Kenyon have remained the most treasured.
Check out campus photos here!
Similarity to Princeton
Both Princeton and Kenyon are strong liberal arts colleges with great English programs. For students interested in journalism, Kenyon is a great option because they have one of the best student newspapers in the country!
Application Details
RD deadline: January 15th
Priority deadline: None
Supplemental essays: None
Application fee: $0
On Common App: Yes
CSS profile: Required, due January 15th
Interviews: Important
School also featured in: LGBTQIA+ Affirming, Midwest Schools