Join current students Elizabeth Collinger, Malia Wells, and Wagih Henawi on a photo tour of Grinnell College.
An admission counselor and two students answer all your questions about Grinnell.
Grinnellians Maddy and Ayyad share some of their favorite experiences and stories from their time on campus.
In addition to providing a safe and comfortable living space, the residence halls at Grinnell College foster a strong sense of community. Within these halls, you’ll learn to practice self-governance, a policy of living and working well with others to promote an inclusive and healthy environment.
A community gathering space with globally-inspired and award-winning dining, our Marketplace Dining Hall offers a depth and variety of food choices to keep you satisfied. Our menu also accommodates all dietary needs. Learn what eating in our dining hall is like from current students.
Moving to a new home and starting a new chapter of your life can be challenging. At Grinnell, we thrive on individuality, diverse perspectives, and fostering a community that is welcoming to all. As you settle into our campus, you’ll have plenty of opportunities to connect with others, whether through the classroom, more than 150 student organizations, or at campus events and parties that are free of charge and open to all.
How would you describe Grinnell?
"I'm being myself, in a very different place that allows me to do so. That's what makes adjusting here really easy."
"I wanted a school that would be challenging and yet fun."
"The fact that I'm on a really tight-knit college campus and that I know so many people that I love and so many people that support me, really comforts me."
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