If you are ready to visit, we are ready to host you.
No words or images can completely capture the power of a visit to Grinnell. We welcome all students and their parents to tour the campus, attend classes, meet professors and students, have an admission interview, and simply feel what it would be like to attend Grinnell. Families may visit any time when classes are in session, except on national holidays or during exam periods. All interested students should call the Office of Admission at least 10 days before their arrival. Accommodations both on and off campus can be arranged. 800.247.0113 or via e-mail:
If you are ready to apply, we are ready to consider you.
Your interest in Grinnell matches our interest in determining whether it would be the right place for you. Our process is designed to help the school understand your strengths, interests and individuality while giving you a chance to delve into why Grinnell provides what many consider to be the best liberal arts education in the United States.
To initiate our shared review every candidate must provide the following elements:

1. A completed Preliminary Application
2. A completed Common Application form, including the essay section, accompanied by a $30 application fee (waived for electronic submission)
3. Your official secondary school transcript
4. SAT I or ACT scores
5. The recommendation of your secondary school counselor
6. Recommendations from two academic instructors

To get started, visit www.commonapp.org