The mission of The Opportunity Network is to ignite the drive, curiosity, and agency of underrepresented students on their paths to and through college and into thriving careers, powered by its commitment to access and community.
Grinnell College will welcome one of its most diverse, highly-qualified classes in history. This fall, the incoming first-year class of 441 new students will join an already outstanding student body attracted by the College’s outstanding academic reputation, individually advised curriculum, and opportunities to gain knowledge and experience both in and outside of the classroom.
For the 2020-21 admission cycle Grinnell College will adopt a test optional admission policy.
Grinnell would never penalize a prospective student for peaceful public protest. Indeed, we reward students in the application process who have used their voices to address important social problems.
Remy Ferber ’14 talks about Grinnellians' commitment to excellence, service, and leadership.
Rewarding experiences, learning that matters, firsthand research, and a vibrant, supportive community with global outcomes.
"Grinnell put us together. This is the meeting place." — Serbian Kristina Duric '13
College is a moment of self-discovery, and as you make sense of who you are becoming through this new experience, our team works to co-create opportunities for you to reflect, connect, explore, engage, and strategize.
The CRSSJ is for you whether you identify as religious or not; we hope this is a place for you to connect, explore big questions, and drink hot chocolate with friends.
Each year, the entering class is a highly qualified group of students that includes people with physical, psychological, and learning disabilities. We want you to know that Grinnell is committed to providing equal access and reasonable accommodations for our students with disabilities. We are happy to begin working with you on your access needs anytime.
As you make your way as a young adult, there are many discoveries and choices that you'll make. My crew is eager to join you on your journey and can help you every step of the way.
Our organization represents student voices to College faculty and administration, encourages student dialogue, and advocates for any other needs of the students.
Most services at SHAW are free for all students, and health insurance is not billed. If you have any questions or want to ask about specifics related to your health, feel free to reach out.
Although it’s voluntary to work with our office, we get to know more than half of the student body. We hope that will include you!
She is a truth seeker and has an endless amount of energy to ensure her reporting is accurate, insightful, compassionate, and, if possible, connected to relatable historic events.
Whether I was devouring brisket or Egusi, I obtained knowledge through debates with my sisters, my moral compass through lessons from my parents, and wisdom by listening to elders who spoke at the table.
I want to meet people from other places who can help me reach my goals and who I can help to reach theirs.
He is one of the greatest leaders our school has ever seen.
Kyla is among the most capable and intellectually curious students I have ever had the opportunity to teach.
Tolu interacts with peers kindly, praising classmates for their presentations or arguments in class, and is someone who supports fellow students.
Since my freshman year, I’ve made it my priority to be in the front row of every class.
She is one of the most perseverant students I have taught in my 15-year career. She’s an incredibly selfless human . . . who impresses and inspires me beyond belief.
Essi’s achievement reflects a work ethic unmatched by any current or former student.
Aziza sees injustice and she fights it with action and filmmaking. I admire her work.
Your campus and classroom experience is going to challenge you to grow and expand your understanding of the world. But there is much that can be learned off campus, too.
The greater Grinnell community looks forward to the excitement and energy that students bring to our town each year. Grinnell is a town of many treasures, so we hope you’ll do some exploring and come to love the town of Grinnell as much as we do.
Many students come from very different backgrounds than my own, and it has been fascinating to hear about their lives and share about mine with them. Despite our differences, I’m always able to find wonderful similarities.
Many students say that taking a break from campus life to spend time with their mentee has been a highlight of their time in our community.
The work toward achieving inclusion is never done; there is always progress to be made toward equity. We want you to be a contributing member of that progress and hope you’ll join this distinct community.
The College is a religiously and spiritually diverse community, rich in personalities and filled with students, faculty, and staff who are eager to share their experiences and hear about yours.
Students experience random acts of kindness around the town here, and there are myriad opportunities to participate and find a seat at the table as active and engaged citizens.
Many of your fellow students become personally involved in a community, social, or educational endeavor off campus, which strengthens their college experience. I hope you will be part of this movement.
I had no idea what four years in Iowa was going to be like, and that turned out to be perfect for me.
That sense of social responsibility and really using your platform for good, which I very much learned at Grinnell, is something that [is] really important to me.
I got confidence, really, in my own skills, in my own ability to learn and to lead.
I love that Grinnell allows me to pursue both my passions—physics and art. I appreciate the wealth of resources Grinnell provides its students, whether this has been in the form of cost-free art supplies or scientific conference funding. I hope to pursue a research career studying the formation history of our galaxy. My dream is to become one of the only 23 Black women to hold a Ph.D. in astronomy.
I am an active member in the Grinnell community. I have found my passion for social justice and being an advocate for people in need. During my four years, I have felt so much support and love, which have helped me blossom into the person I am today.
I am taking every opportunity that I have been granted. I am on the football team and on my way toward a double major and a concentration. I have completed a MAP [Mentored Advanced Project] and look forward to future internships made possible by Grinnell. I would otherwise not be able to afford this education. I am so grateful for my time and experience thus far.
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