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Grinnell College

Grinnell, IAPrivate1,729 undergradsCommon App
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Acceptance rate
14.5%
SAT middle 50%
1410–1540
ACT middle 50%
31–34
Next deadline
Nov 15
Application fee
$0

✓ From the official admissions page
Nov 15, 2026 Early Decision Decision mid-late December · Binding 6 days left
Jan 5, 2027 Early Decision II Decision early February · Binding 57 days left
Jan 15, 2027 Regular Decision Decision late March/early April · Non-binding 67 days left
“Early Decision I Early Decision II Regular Decision Application Deadline Nov. 15 Jan. 5 Jan. 15”
Source: grinnell.edu · checked Nov 1, 2026 · How we check

Application Common Application, QuestBridge Application
Testing Test-optional: SAT/ACT scores are not required.
Essays 1 essay prompt listed on the official page
Fee No application fee

Programs that add a portfolio, an audition or their own steps. Check details on the linked page.

Art and Music No auditions or portfolio reviews required; submission of work for review is optional Audition

Tuition & fees
$72,346
Median earnings, 10 yrs
$72,106
6-year graduation
86%
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