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Allen College vs. Grinnell College

Allen College (Waterloo, IA) and Grinnell College (Grinnell, IA) compared side by side. Allen College is a private nonprofit institution; Grinnell College is a private nonprofit institution. Below, the more favorable figure in each row is highlighted, using official federal data.

Allen College

Private nonprofit

Grinnell College

Private nonprofit

Acceptance rate15%
Median earnings (10 yrs)$71,261$62,830
Graduation rate88%
Retention rate93%
Average net price$17,648
In-state tuition$68,106
Median student debt$18,750$17,500
SAT average1,486
Enrollment2611,729

Allen College

Waterloo, IA

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Grinnell College

Grinnell, IA

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Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. "More favorable" is a simple per-metric comparison (higher earnings and graduation, lower cost and acceptance rate) and isn't an overall verdict — the right fit depends on your goals.