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Student experience

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Disability Services
Intramural/Club Sports
LGBTQIA Services
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Study Abroad
Undergraduate Research

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Find out about requirements, fees, and deadlines

First-year

Admission to Grinnell is highly selective, and our students come from many different backgrounds. While no single factor guarantees admission, there are some undeniably Grinnellian characteristics that will help you stand out from the rest. For example, showing that you’ve taken a challenging and balanced high school curriculum, that you’re ready to explore the world and contribute to the greater good, that you’re eager to find your place in a supportive, inspiring community, and that you have demonstrated interest in Grinnell College.

Transfer

Visit us at grinnell.edu/admission/apply/transfer to learn more about the transfer student application process.

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"I chose to apply Early Decision because I knew Grinnell was the place I wanted to spend four years. I really enjoyed interacting with my future teammates and felt genuinely wanted throughout my application process. Grinnell felt like the place I could grow and develop academically, creatively, and athletically... and it was!"
James Snyder, Student from Statesville, North Carolina, 2026