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With a student experience designed to help you create your future, Principia College is an exciting place to live and learn.

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Like hands-on learning and putting ideas into action? Interested in gaining a global focus by studying abroad? Want to play a sport while challenging yourself academically? At Principia College, you can do all that and more. Our faculty and staff are invested in your success, and you'll find an abundance of opportunities to explore on and off campus. So if you’re ready to dive in, we’re ready to help you do your best work and make your mark on the world.

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Check out our spotlight videos to learn more about all that Principia College offers.

Faculty Spotlight: Dr. Billy Miller
Student Spotlight: Hunter
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With more than 30 areas of study and the ability to design your own major, opportunities to broaden your knowledge abound at Principia.

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91% of freshmen stay at Principia after their first year. The national average is 71%.

Our diverse student body comes from 29 different countries.

98% of new Principia students receive scholarships and/or grants.

83% of students graduate from the College within five years. The national average is 58%.

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