Earlham College
A good fit for students who want accessible admissions and students who want small classes and close faculty access. no major red flags in the data. generous financial aid cuts net price well below sticker.
About This School
Earlham College is a private nonprofit institution located in Richmond, Indiana with approximately 670 undergraduate students enrolled. Earlham College has an open or accessible admissions process, with an acceptance rate of 73%. The average net price after financial aid is $24,714 per year. The graduation rate is 69%, and the typical graduate earns $39,200 within 10 years of enrollment.
Earlham College is a private liberal arts college in Richmond, Indiana, United States. The college was established in 1847 by the Religious Society of Friends (Quakers) and has a strong focus on Quaker values such as integrity, a commitment to peace and social justice, mutual respect, and community decision-making. Earlham School of Religion is its affiliated graduate seminary.
The numbers tell a mixed story here: a 68% graduation rate and median earnings of just $39,200 a decade out raise real questions about long-term return on investment, even with a manageable median debt of $19,500. That said, this small Quaker-founded school — just 612 undergrads — is worth a serious look for students drawn to social justice, community-driven learning, and a tight-knit campus where you won't get lost in the crowd. Worth considering if you're mission-driven and value that environment, but go in clear-eyed about the career outcomes data.
Popular Programs
Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.
Notable Alumni
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Earlham College in the news
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Admissions
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Cost & Financial Aid
Net Price by Family Income
Average annual cost after grants/scholarships, by household income. Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Financial Aid
Full Cost
After Graduation
Earnings 6 Years After Enrollment, by Gender
Gap: 9% less for female graduates. National avg ~16%.
Will This School Pay Off?
Solid return. Earnings outpace debt, though major choice matters.
Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. These are means across all graduates, not specific to any major.
Student Body
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (670 undergraduates).
Contact & Location
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Sources & Methodology
Primary data source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Accessed via automated sync. Latest values may come from different reporting years depending on the metric.
School overview from Wikipedia. Used for context only, not as a primary data source for admissions, cost, or outcomes claims.
- Earnings figures are institution-level averages, not major-specific.
- Some metrics are based on Title IV financial aid recipients only.
- Some values may be privacy-suppressed or rolled up by the Department of Education.
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