 
 
 Founded in 1824, Kenyon College is a non-profit private liberal arts higher education institution located in the rural setting of the small town of Gambier (population range of under 2,500 inhabitants), Ohio. Officially accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, Kenyon College is a very small-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 1,000-1,999 students) coeducational US higher education institution. Kenyon College offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor's degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 201-year-old US higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate range is 30-39% making this US higher education organization a very selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. Kenyon College also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aid and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, as well as administrative services.
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| Name | Kenyon College | 
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| Founded | 1824 | 
| Motto | Magnanimiter Crucem Sustine Valiantly bear the cross | 
| Colours | Purple and white | 
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| Address | 103 College Road Gambier 43022 Ohio United States | 
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|  | Location Map and Satellite View | 
|   | (740) 427 5000 | 
|   | (740) 427 5770 | 
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 Institutional Recognition or Accreditation
 Institutional Recognition or AccreditationKenyon College is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Higher Learning Commission
Year of first Recognition or Accreditation
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The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of Kenyon College is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Kenyon College's academic range and degree level offering.
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This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Kenyon College categorizes tuition fees by student type (local or international) and degree level (undergraduate or postgraduate). It aims to help students get an approximate idea of the estimated yearly tuition fees at Kenyon College.
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| Local students | over 50,000 US$ (over 45,570 Euro) | Not reported | 
| International students | over 50,000 US$ (over 45,570 Euro) | Not reported | 
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 Gender Admission
 Gender Admission Kenyon College is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.
 Admission Selection
 Admission Selection Kenyon College has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.
 Admission Rate
 Admission Rate Kenyon College's acceptance rate ranges from 30 to 39%, making it a very selective higher education institution.
 Minority Serving
 Minority Serving This institution does not have a special focus on promoting education or research among a specific minority or ethnic group.
 Admission Requirements
 Admission Requirements Source: IPDES
 International Students
 International Students Yes
     
 Admission Office
 Admission Office Tip: search for Kenyon College's admission policy with the uniRank Search Engine
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 Student Enrollment
 Student Enrollment Kenyon College has a student enrollment ranging from 1,000 to 1,999, making it a very small-sized institution.
 Academic Staff
 Academic Staff Kenyon College's academic staff ranges from 200 to 299 members.
 Control Type
 Control Type Kenyon College is a private higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed independently rather than by the government, and relies on tuition fees and private contributions for its operations.
 Entity Type
 Entity Type Kenyon College is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.
 Campus Setting
 Campus Setting Kenyon College's main campus is located in a rural setting, meaning it is situated in a countryside or less densely populated area, away from major cities.
 Academic Calendar
 Academic Calendar Kenyon College adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.
 Disabled Students %
 Disabled Students % This institution has a high percentage of disabled students making it particularly disability-friendly.
 Religious Affiliation
 Religious Affiliation None.
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 University Library
 University Library Yes 
      Kenyon College's library does not have any external branch. The library collection is comprised of both physical (i.e. books, medium, etc.) and digital/electronic items. In 2021 the library reported 395,756 physical volumes, 45,647 physical media, 311,464 digital/electronic media and 464 licensed digital/electronic databases. The library is managed by a total number of 24 full-time employees, including 11 librarians. Kenyon College's library has a total library expenditure greater than $100,000 per year. Source: IPDES.
 University Housing
 University Housing Yes
      In particular, Kenyon College provides on-campus housing and the total dormitory capacity, whether on or off campus, was about 1,868 students in the 2021 academic year. Source: IPDES.
 Sport Facilities/Activities
 Sport Facilities/Activities Yes
      
 Institutional Hospital
 Institutional Hospital Not reported
 Financial Aid
 Financial Aid Yes
      
 Study Abroad
 Study Abroad Yes
      
 Distance Learning
 Distance Learning Not reported
     This institution has not reported offering distance education opportunities. Source: IPDES.
 Academic Counseling
 Academic Counseling Yes
 Career Services
 Career Services Yes
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