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Study at Knox College
Profile of Knox College
Knox College is a private, four-year, liberal arts college situated in Galesburg, Illinois, United States. Knox College was set up in 1837 as the Knox Manual Labor College. The founders of the college were George Washington Gale and Reverend Samuel Wright. Knox College featured among the Best 368 Schools by Princeton Review in 2008. Knox College offers graduate degrees, pre-professional and co-operative programs in fields of study including arts, humanities, sciences, social sciences, business and management. Knox College is a member of the NCAA Division III and the Midwest conference. The men's and women's intramural sports teams participate in sports including basketball, volleyball, dodgeball, indoor soccer, and softball teams. The mascot of Knox College is the Prairie Fire and the athletic teams of the College are also known by the same name. Knox is found in Galesburg, IL. Galesburg is a town not particularly near any major cities. The school is a private, not-for-profit institution. Students can earn degrees up to and including the Bachelor's degree at Knox. Course TopicsThe school has a greater breadth of degree programs (majors) than most colleges of its size. Knox is known for its programs in science, mathematics, drama and performing arts, fine arts, liberal arts, and conservation and resource management. Knox SelectivityAdmission to the school is not automatic; not everyone who applies gets in. Three quarters of students in 2007 had SAT verbal scores of at least 610. Half of math SAT scores of accepted students fell between 580 and 670. Many applicants are from out of state, an indication of the quality or special character of the school. FacultyKnox maintains a faculty/student ratio (full-time) which is better than most colleges. The school has a tenure system for senior faculty. Student EnrollmentStudents numbered 1,371 in 2007 at Knox. Student LifeThe school has a residential or campus feel. Knox offers dorm rooms to a higher percentage of its students than do most colleges. The school values student athletics, and belongs to the Midwest Conference. Knox Programs and Degrees
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