Knox College - nationally ranked liberal arts college
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Knox College - nationally ranked liberal arts college
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Your Future is
Wide Open
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.
Your Future is
Wide Open
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.
Apply to Knox
An open mind will take you far. Take your first step today.
Visit
We'll open doors for you. Visit—literally or virtually—today!
Scholarships
We offer big scholarships. Because you earned it.
1837
Knox College Founding
With a historic mission of access, Knox has been transforming lives and empowering students for nearly 200 years.
Our Mission
19,000
Alumni in Your Network
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.
Meet our Alumni
60+
Courses of study
including 42 majors, 57 minors, and pre-professional and cooperative programs
Learn more about courses of study at Knox
Biology
Creative Writing
Data Science
Economics
Computer Science
Business & Management
Philosophy
Psychology
Art & Art History
Music
We believe in the power of . . .
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.
Discover the Power of Knox
First-Hand Thoughts on the Knox Experience
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.
Filza Khan '24
Computer Science Major
Meet Filza
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.
Matthew Sprenger '24
Political Science Major, German & Psychology Double Minor
Meet Matthew
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.
Isaac Hughes '21
Environmental Studies & Philosophy Double Major
Meet Isaac
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.
Kylie Hoang '20
History Major, Museum Studies & Environmental Studies Double Minor
Meet Kylie
Your Future is Open
At Knox College, when you open up to the world, a world of possibilities opens up to you.
Explore Your Future
Find yourself at Knox.
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.
First Year Experience
Knox Traditions
Life in Galesburg
Student Organizations
Health & Wellness
Apply Now
Campus Life
A legendary education, inspiring true trailblazers
For nearly 200 years, Knox students have left the prairie to change their communities, nation, and world.
The Senator from Mississippi
Revels was the first black man to serve in the United States Senate and became the founding president of Alcorn College.
Hiram Revels, 1857
The Boot-Up Heard Round the World
Kurtz, the co-creator of the BASIC computer language, was known for his intellectual curiosity and analytical skills that would shape his future endeavors.
Thomas Kurtz ’50
Pilot, Engineer, Aerospace Entrepreneur
Carol Craig '89 is the founder and CEO of Sidus Space, a space and defense technology company, and Craig Technologies, an aerospace engineering firm.
Carol Craig '89
Knox News
More News & Stories
Gilman Scholarship Helps Support Study Abroad Opportunities
Fifty Knox College students have been awarded the prestigious national scholarship since 2004
Read More
Knox Students Get Hands-On Learning on MACRO Trip
Knox students spend spring break working on MACRO Consortium project
Read More
Knox College Announces 2026 Commencement Speaker Justin Hartley, Western Illinois-Born Star of CBS’ Tracker
Knox College announced today that Western Illinois-born award winning-actor, producer, and star of CBS’s Tracker Justin Hartley will be the speaker and receive an honorary degree at its 2026 Commencement exercises this June. Hartley will be joined by internationally respected American arts executive and cultural leader Deborah F. Rutter and award-winning investigative reporter Dorothy Tucker, who will also receive honorary degrees during the ceremony
Read More
Students Immerse Themselves in Taiwanese History and Culture during Faculty-Led Trip
From the classroom and beyond, immersive courses offer hands-on learning
Read More
Is Knox for you?
Contact us to find out more about our comprehensive majors, minors, and programs.
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Skip to Main Content
Your Future is
Wide Open
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.
Your Future is
Wide Open
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.
Apply to Knox
An open mind will take you far. Take your first step today.
Visit
We'll open doors for you. Visit—literally or virtually—today!
Scholarships
We offer big scholarships. Because you earned it.
1837
Knox College Founding
With a historic mission of access, Knox has been transforming lives and empowering students for nearly 200 years.
Our Mission
19,000
Alumni in Your Network
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.
Meet our Alumni
60+
Courses of study
including 42 majors, 57 minors, and pre-professional and cooperative programs
Learn more about courses of study at Knox
Biology
Creative Writing
Data Science
Economics
Computer Science
Business & Management
Philosophy
Psychology
Art & Art History
Music
We believe in the power of . . .
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.
Discover the Power of Knox
First-Hand Thoughts on the Knox Experience
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.
Filza Khan '24
Computer Science Major
Meet Filza
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.
Matthew Sprenger '24
Political Science Major, German & Psychology Double Minor
Meet Matthew
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.
Isaac Hughes '21
Environmental Studies & Philosophy Double Major
Meet Isaac
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.
Kylie Hoang '20
History Major, Museum Studies & Environmental Studies Double Minor
Meet Kylie
Your Future is Open
At Knox College, when you open up to the world, a world of possibilities opens up to you.
Explore Your Future
Find yourself at Knox.
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.
First Year Experience
Knox Traditions
Life in Galesburg
Student Organizations
Health & Wellness
Apply Now
Campus Life
A legendary education, inspiring true trailblazers
For nearly 200 years, Knox students have left the prairie to change their communities, nation, and world.
The Senator from Mississippi
Revels was the first black man to serve in the United States Senate and became the founding president of Alcorn College.
Hiram Revels, 1857
The Boot-Up Heard Round the World
Kurtz, the co-creator of the BASIC computer language, was known for his intellectual curiosity and analytical skills that would shape his future endeavors.
Thomas Kurtz ’50
Pilot, Engineer, Aerospace Entrepreneur
Carol Craig '89 is the founder and CEO of Sidus Space, a space and defense technology company, and Craig Technologies, an aerospace engineering firm.
Carol Craig '89
Knox News
More News & Stories
Gilman Scholarship Helps Support Study Abroad Opportunities
Fifty Knox College students have been awarded the prestigious national scholarship since 2004
Read More
Knox Students Get Hands-On Learning on MACRO Trip
Knox students spend spring break working on MACRO Consortium project
Read More
Knox College Announces 2026 Commencement Speaker Justin Hartley, Western Illinois-Born Star of CBS’ Tracker
Knox College announced today that Western Illinois-born award winning-actor, producer, and star of CBS’s Tracker Justin Hartley will be the speaker and receive an honorary degree at its 2026 Commencement exercises this June. Hartley will be joined by internationally respected American arts executive and cultural leader Deborah F. Rutter and award-winning investigative reporter Dorothy Tucker, who will also receive honorary degrees during the ceremony
Read More
Students Immerse Themselves in Taiwanese History and Culture during Faculty-Led Trip
From the classroom and beyond, immersive courses offer hands-on learning
Read More
Is Knox for you?
Contact us to find out more about our comprehensive majors, minors, and programs.
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