Admissions Details
- Acceptance Rate
- 73.3%
- Average SAT
- 1,290
- SAT Range (25th–75th)
- 1,160–1,420
- ACT Composite (avg)
- 30
- Total Enrollment
- 997
Admissions Overview
Knox College accepts 73% of applicants, making it a less selective school where most qualified students gain admission. The middle 50% of admitted students score between 1160-1420 on the SAT or around 30 on the ACT. These scores reflect the college's commitment to well-rounded admissions that values intellectual curiosity over pure test performance. Knox seeks students who appreciate small class discussions and close faculty mentorship, with only 997 students total creating an intimate academic environment. The college particularly attracts aspiring writers and students interested in liberal arts exploration. Knox values students who want to engage deeply with ideas rather than compete in large lecture halls.