Knox College

[Anonymous]

Haven’t seen much on this thread about Knox College. Anyone have personal experience or knows anyone who attends/attended?

DC is a recruited athlete and was invited to do a visit. Initial reaction was a no from DC based on its size (very small) but after doing some research, seems like a solid school with an interesting history.

[Anonymous]

Of course it doesn't get talked about here because we'll, it's in IL. It's a small (~1000 students) private liberal arts college. You'll want to visit in-person to see if you like the place.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Haven’t seen much on this thread about Knox College. Anyone have personal experience or knows anyone who attends/attended?

DC is a recruited athlete and was invited to do a visit. Initial reaction was a no from DC based on its size (very small) but after doing some research, seems like a solid school with an interesting history.

DP. Underground railroad.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Haven’t seen much on this thread about Knox College. Anyone have personal experience or knows anyone who attends/attended?

DC is a recruited athlete and was invited to do a visit. Initial reaction was a no from DC based on its size (very small) but after doing some research, seems like a solid school with an interesting history.

I consider myself pretty smart about these things (huge fan of Grinnell) but had never heard of it. Seems like an interesting place - thank you for sharing. Tiny school truly in the middle of nowhere, so fit is really key. Most important, make sure DC likes the culture of the specific team they are being recruited for. Given the location, I'm assuming most road games are a long trek, so they will be spending a lot of time with teammates.

[Anonymous]

Not to be confused with the School of Hard Knocks.

[Anonymous]

Over 3 hours to Chicago from the college. It's closer to Iowa state line (hey Grinnell booster).

[Anonymous]

Too small

Do not do thus for sports

[Anonymous]

Knox is a great school with an excellent campus vibe. However, Galesburg has seen better days. What are they wanting to study. Knox has a good reputation in Midwest. Campus hosted one of the original Lincoln Douglas Debates.

[Anonymous]

Knox College is one of the Colleges That Change Lives.

It's three or four blocks from downtown Galesburg with cafes, theaters, bookstore, restaurants, etc.

Like others have said, it's better known in Illinois. Carl Sandburg is from Galesburg.

[Anonymous]

I applied to Knox as one of my safety schools back in the 90s (and I was coming from NYC). Somehow I got hold a big, glossy brochure that kind of sold me on the place. I ended up applying elsewhere ED and got in, so it was moot, but I remember thinking Knox was a nice school that seemed to have a lot to offer considering its size.

[Anonymous]

OP here. Appreciate the responses. DC did a tour and met the coaches and some of the team members. We went into it with an open mind and enjoyed the visit. Definitely lives up to the reputation of it being a very friendly place. Found it interesting that they have a very high number of out-of-state and international students for such a small school. They are offering a very generous amount of merit aid. DC would be able to put the savings towards grad school while still getting a solid small liberal arts education. So giving it serious consideration.

[Anonymous]

Congrats on a great offer from Knox and best of luck to your DC as they decide! My DC is similarly considering small, less-known liberal arts colleges that offer generous merit, so I can relate. Knox seems like a great school.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Congrats on a great offer from Knox and best of luck to your DC as they decide! My DC is similarly considering small, less-known liberal arts colleges that offer generous merit, so I can relate. Knox seems like a great school.

Thank you. Best of luck to your DC as well!

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:OP here. Appreciate the responses. DC did a tour and met the coaches and some of the team members. We went into it with an open mind and enjoyed the visit. Definitely lives up to the reputation of it being a very friendly place. Found it interesting that they have a very high number of out-of-state and international students for such a small school. They are offering a very generous amount of merit aid. DC would be able to put the savings towards grad school while still getting a solid small liberal arts education. So giving it serious consideration.

Several years ago, I knew a female student who received a full scholarship to Knox College. Attended for one year, then transferred due to boredom/small size/location.

Galesburg is where many Amtrak workers live.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:OP here. Appreciate the responses. DC did a tour and met the coaches and some of the team members. We went into it with an open mind and enjoyed the visit. Definitely lives up to the reputation of it being a very friendly place. Found it interesting that they have a very high number of out-of-state and international students for such a small school. They are offering a very generous amount of merit aid. DC would be able to put the savings towards grad school while still getting a solid small liberal arts education. So giving it serious consideration.

Several years ago, I knew a female student who received a full scholarship to Knox College. Attended for one year, then transferred due to boredom/small size/location.

Galesburg is where many Amtrak workers live.

I will add that the student was not a member of any athletic team while at Knox College. That may make a difference.