Overview

Financial Information

• Scholarships and Financial Aid:
  We meet 100% of your demonstrated financial need entirely through grants and student employment. Our financial aid packages don’t include loans, so our students can graduate with no debt. You still have the option of taking loans if you choose.
• Tuition and Fees:
  The total estimated cost of attendance is $72,998 which includes tuition, activity fee, room, and board. The fall semester bill includes a charge for student health insurance.

Information for Transfer In Students

• Accepts Transfers:
  Grinnell College invites applications from students who have completed at least one year of college coursework.

Application Deadlines for Transfer

Transfer Application Requirements

• Official Transcripts:
  An official final secondary/high school transcript and official transcripts from each college or university attended are required.
• SAT Scores:
  Standardized test scores are required.
• Letters of Recommendation:
  Two written academic evaluations from current or former professors (If you’ve been out of high school for less than one year, you may submit one academic evaluation from a high school teacher.)
• Essay:
  An essay or personal statement is required.
• Interview:
  An interview is recommended of transfer applicants.
• Other Requirements:
  A statement of good standing from all prior institutions is required.
• Apply Here:
  https://www.grinnell.edu/admission/apply/transfer

Transfer Credit Policy

• Minimum Grade:
  The lowest grade earned for any course that may be transferred for credit is C.
• Credits (Min/Max):
  A maximum of 62 credits may be accepted for transfer. You must complete 62 credits at Grinnell College to earn your bachelor's degree.

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