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November 26, 2018

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Admissions & Aid

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Why Kenyon?

Because 15 is a great number.

That's the most common class size at Kenyon: great, because small, intimate settings allow for thought-provoking discussions, where thinking and learning come alive.

Why Kenyon?

Because your setting inspires you.

One of the most beautiful anywhere, Kenyon's hilltop campus boasts 125 buildings, a 480-acre environmental center, hiking trails, and woods, all bordered by the scenic Kokosing River.

Why Kenyon?

Because you play as hard as you work.

"The KAC." It's Kenyon's favorite acronym, because the Kenyon Athletic Center is a favorite destination—not to mention the best of its kind in the country. Athletes and non-athletes alike come here to run, lift, swim, crunch, hit, play, and have fun.

Why Kenyon?

Because nerdfighters rule (and write).

There’s only one John Green—the original nerdfighter, bestselling author, and Kenyon alumnus—but every Kenyon student becomes a better writer.

Why Kenyon?

Because the cosmos beckons.

Students working with physics professor Tom Giblin use computational cosmology to explore the structure, evolution and content of the universe, from the Big Bang to dark energy.

Why Kenyon?

Because you excel in the classroom and beyond.

Kenyon leads all NCAA Division III institutions with a total of 60 national championship trophies and ranks second with 68 NCAA Postgraduate Scholarship award-winners.

Why Kenyon?

Because you relish the quest.

As in: Kenyon’s legendary first-year political science seminar, “Quest for Justice,” where you grapple with the big questions: truth, beauty, the human condition, justice.

Why Kenyon?

Because you believe that wetlands matter.

Siobhan Fennessy of Kenyon's Environmental Studies Program can tell you why and how. A leading authority on wetlands, Fennessy collaborates with students on wetland restoration research.

Why Kenyon?

Because you can bike to the apple orchard.

And you’ll find those apples in the dining hall. Kenyon is a national leader in local foods, which means not just tastier meals but internships and research in rural communities.

Why Kenyon? Besides the obvious reasons - top-notch faculty, talented students, stunning campus - the greatest advantage of choosing Kenyon is the promise that here, you’ll become the person you imagine yourself to be.

That’s because no matter what you study at Kenyon - whether it’s the nature of gravity in the universe or the meaning of the graveyard scene in Hamlet - you will grapple with important questions that challenge you in an environment that nurtures and inspires you.

But don’t take our word for it. Visit our hilltop campus and take a stroll down Middle Path, sit in on a class, talk with an admissions counselor, a student, a professor. Explore Kenyon's comprehensive financial aid packages. And, by all means, apply. It’s the first step toward discovering if Kenyon is the right place for you.

Statement on Civil Discourse

Kenyon College encourages rigorous and civil discourse in its students and community. Applicants can be assured that any discipline resulting from responsible civil action in response to school shootings in Parkland, Florida, and elsewhere will not have a negative influence on their application to Kenyon.

Tips From Admissions

There's more than one "perfect match"

There's more than one "perfect match"

The "perfect match." A "good fit." You've heard these phrases before, but what do they really mean? "Fit" or "match" is about more than simply being comfortable when you walk onto a campus. A good fit is about finding a college that provides the appropriate level of challenge, that offers the programs in which you're interested, that has an ethos or culture which you appreciate, and that strikes you as a place where you'll be both happy and engaged.

Sometimes students use these phrases as a shortcut for explaining that gut feeling they have about a particular school—and that gut feeling is important. But when used incorrectly, these phrases can prevent you from digging deeper to see if the college will suit you on many levels and offer what you need as your curiosity and aspirations expand. The end result of the so-called "perfect match" (is anything really ever perfect?) is not only that you graduate in four years, but also that you value how you grew, both personally and intellectually, as a result of your experience. And the fact of the matter is that there are dozens, if not more, colleges that will fit you—not just one.
Plunge in and explore at college fairs

Plunge in and explore at college fairs

When you go to college fairs, don't just grab every piece of literature on the table or simply fill out a card. Show interest by asking questions, questions to which you can't find the answer in brochures or online. Listen to the rep when they respond to other students, because those other students may have asked something of interest to you or even something that you have never thought of during your college search. If there is a huge crowd of students around a table, use your time efficiently by visiting other tables to learn about other schools, and then go back later. Don't dismiss a college just because you have never heard of it or it's located in an area that you are not familiar with. After talking to the rep behind the table, you may discover someplace that has everything that you are looking for in your ideal college!
Can I really afford a private college like Kenyon?

Can I really afford a private college like Kenyon?

College costs may look daunting, but the facts here at Kenyon tell a story that should reassure you. The average student who qualifies for need-based financial aid at Kenyon pays roughly the same as he or she would for a public college education. And about 70 percent of our students receive some sort of aid.

In addition to need-based aid, we offer a range of scholarships. Thanks to the generosity of actor-philanthropist and Kenyon alumnus Paul Newman, we also offer, to selected students, financial-aid packages totally free of loans. For Kenyon families who do take out loans, keep this in mind: the average amount of debt for our graduating seniors is less than $20,000. That's not negligible, but most find it to be quite manageable, especially in light of the value of a Kenyon education.

Our goal is to admit talented students regardless of their financial standing. We make Kenyon affordable by meeting 100 percent of demonstrated financial need with scholarships, grants, loans, and campus employment. And we will meet that need for all four years. Many schools won't make that commitment.

Kenyon students come from families that are rich, poor, and everywhere in between. Before assuming that you can't afford Kenyon, talk to us. You may be surprised at how the numbers work out.
What should I do about Score Choice?

What should I do about Score Choice?

A while back, the College Board restored a past practice of letting students choose what sitting of the SAT they send to colleges-thus the term "score choice." Colleges were also given a choice as to what scores they require (all sittings or just selected?). As a result, "score choice" became score-choice confusion! In an effort to help students navigate the maze, most colleges said they would continue to do what they've always done: take the highest score of each of the three sub-scores (the critical reading, math, and writing) to create a new grand total.

So what should students do when registering for the SAT? We would encourage you to send all sittings of your scores to the colleges to which you are applying. It keeps things simple-and also ensures that scores arrive on time so that your application will be complete and evaluated in a timely manner. If new scores come in, they are added to your record immediately. And just in case you're wondering, we advise students not to spend too many Saturday mornings taking standardized tests! Usually, two sittings are adequate.

Kenyon By The Numbers

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10:1

The student-faculty ratio is 10 to 1, and the most common class size is 15.

1,000

Kenyon’s beautiful 1,000-acre campus is 45 miles from Columbus.

45

Countries (outside the U.S.) from which Kenyon students come

100%

All students live on campus in residence halls and apartment-style housing. First-year students live together in a cluster of residences near Gund Commons.

50%

For 2018-2019, total charges are $68,440 About 50 percent of students receive need-based financial aid. The average need-based financial aid package exceeds $43,000.

50%

Percentage of students, on average, who study abroad during their time at Kenyon

4

Classic Kenyon songs you’ll learn at a first-year student at Orientation—and sing again as a graduating senior

15

Most common number of students in a Kenyon class

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Admissions & Aid

Why Kenyon?

Because 15 is a great number.

Why Kenyon?

Because your setting inspires you.

Why Kenyon?

Because you play as hard as you work.

Why Kenyon?

Because nerdfighters rule (and write).

Why Kenyon?

Because the cosmos beckons.

Why Kenyon?

Because you excel in the classroom and beyond.

Why Kenyon?

Because you relish the quest.

Why Kenyon?

Because you believe that wetlands matter.

Why Kenyon?

Because you can bike to the apple orchard.

Statement on Civil Discourse

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