Knox College
Founded 1837
President Teresa Amott (President)
Fees USD 46,518
Acceptance Rate Selective (20–50%)
Campus Setting Suburban
Knox College is a private liberal arts college founded in 1837 in Galesburg, Illinois. One of the first colleges in the US to admit women and Black students, Knox hosted the 1858 Lincoln-Douglas debate on its campus. Enrolling 1,300 students, Knox is known for its exceptional creative writing program (Green Oaks Writers), economics, and pre-health sciences with outstanding PhD production rates.
Distinctive Features
- Lincoln-Douglas Debate Site — The famous 1858 debate was held on Knox campus
- Creative Writing — Gold Medal program producing nationally published authors
- Economics — Strong quantitative economics with exceptional graduate placement
- Pre-Health Sciences — Outstanding medical school placement rates
How to Apply
- Acceptance Rate: ~67% | Tuition: ~$46,518