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About Principia College

Enrolling nearly 450 students from 36 states and 27 countries, Principia College offers an outstanding liberal arts academic program with a focus on Christian Science-based character education.

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Why Principia College

Challenging Academics

With more than 30 majors and minors to choose from and the ability to design your own major, you can broaden your knowledge at Principia. Explore Our Programs

Scholarly and Supportive Faculty

Our professors are experts in their fields and eager to share what they know—from international relations to entrepreneurship. Meet Our Faculty

D III Athletics

With 17 NCAA Division III varsity sports, two intercollegiate club teams, and weekly intramural activities, you’ll have plenty of opportunities to play. Athletics Information

World-Renowned Speakers

We welcome renowned scholars, diplomats, and business and civic leaders to campus through our speakers programs and student-led conferences. Our Speakers Programs

Christian Science

100% of students and faculty are students of Christian Science, and Christian Science forms the basis for community life. Spiritual Life

Value and Affordability

40% of students graduate with no debt. Find out what we’re doing to make sure a Principia College education is affordable. Affording Principia

Success Beyond Principia

With a 96% career placement rate and dedication to student achievement, Principia prepares students for success after graduation. Careers and Outcomes

Recognized for Excellence

Fiske, Kiplinger, Money magazine, and U.S. News & World Report recognize Principia’s value, affordability, and academic excellence. Reviews and Rankings

Life-Changing Abroads

Get out of the classroom and into the world. Explore your role as a global citizen on a study abroad program in Greece, Israel, Ireland, India, and more. Study Abroad Programs

Principia College is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC). HLC accredits colleges and universities in a 19-state region of the United States.

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