Knox is a small liberal arts college with big ideas. We value openness, freedom, and putting your education and ideas to work. If that sounds like you, chances are, you’ll fit right in at Knox.
Knox is a small liberal arts college with big ideas. We value openness, freedom, and putting your education and ideas to work. If that sounds like you, chances are, you’ll fit right in at Knox.
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We offer big scholarships. Because you earned it.
With a historic mission of access, Knox has been transforming lives and empowering students for nearly 200 years.
Our Mission
Knox students have access to our alumni network from the moment you step on campus. You'll have opportunities to meet CEOs of leading businesses and public school teachers, to pursue internships at business across the nation, and to learn what life after Knox is like directly from our community.
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A liberal arts education that produces multifaceted, well informed, and engaged citizens
Diverse perspectives, because you learn the most from the people least like you.
Humans who work collectively to solve our world’s greatest challenges.
Experience, because knowledge gains value when it’s applied.
A Knox education, one that empowers you to put your knowledge and skills to work for you, your community, nation, and world.
I received a lot of support, not just from people who were studying here at the time, but also those who were working in Admissions. They were very open to my questions and very welcoming.
Computer Science Major
You meet people from all different majors, all different interests, and all different skill levels. It's a really good mix of people, and it allows you to build connections with them from all sorts of different backgrounds with similar interests to you.
Political Science Major, German & Psychology Double Minor
So much of my experience at Knox began with an impromptu discussion with a peer or a faculty member, which then grew into research projects, independent studies, and more. Learning how to expose myself to these kinds of opportunities has been a skill that I have been able to deeply hone as a Knox student.
Environmental Studies & Philosophy Double Major
The Knox experience is truly unlike any other. The campus is on the smaller side, but for me, that just meant that my relationships ran deeper. Knox is special because of the people here.
History Major, Museum Studies & Environmental Studies Double Minor
Whoever you are, wherever you’re from, whatever you want to do: Knox will help you succeed. We just ask that you be open to anything and everything.
A Galesburg native, granddaughter of Mexican immigrants, and member of the Knox Class of 2000, Irene Higareda Ponce Ponce has deep roots in Galesburg and with Knox College.
The 46th annual Knox-Rootabaga Jazz Festival kicks off Tuesday, May 5, and runs through Saturday, May 9, bringing together Knox College, the Galesburg community, and local and renowned performers. Faculty, alumni, students, and guest artists perform daily at various community venues.
The Knox College Archives takes the dedication to the pursuit of truth to heart during its year-long exhibit, Truth Be Told, which explores how truth is constructed, preserved, and challenged through archives, memory, and power.
KnoXTrek provides students, potential employers, and alumni with a curated experience that connects areas of study and skill building to career exploration and post graduate success.
Contact us to find out more about our comprehensive majors, minors, and programs.
