Campus Identity
Earlham College is a small private nonprofit university in Richmond, IN. Approximately 670 students are enrolled. Admissions are accessible with a 73% acceptance rate. Brookville Lake is about 14 miles from campus. Ski resorts are within 47 miles of campus. Greek life is active on campus. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 42/100 (Less Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.
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At a Glance
Earlham College is a small private nonprofit university in Richmond, IN. Approximately 670 students are enrolled. Admissions are accessible with a 73% acceptance rate. Brookville Lake is about 14 miles from campus. Ski resorts are within 47 miles of campus. Greek life is active on campus. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 42/100 (Less Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.
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Campus Lifestyle
Earlham College is a under 1,000, small-town school with NCAA D3 athletics and an active Greek scene. The campus is 47 miles from Perfect North Slopes.
Athletics
NCAA D3
Heartland Collegiate Athletic
Greek Life
Active Organizations
Fraternities & sororities present
School Size & Setting
Under 1,000
Town setting
Weather
Warm Climate
46°F avg school-year
Nearby Ski Resorts
Earlham College students have access to 3 ski resorts within driving distance. The closest is Perfect North Slopes, 47 miles away with 12 lifts and 100 skiable acres. All are within 122 miles of campus.
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Nearby Lake
Brookville Lake is 14 miles from campus, giving Earlham College students access to boating, swimming, and waterfront recreation.
Brookville Lake
Lake access within 14.1 miles
Average Monthly Temperature
1991–2020 Climate Normals · Richmond, IN
Richmond has a cool climate, with winters averaging 28°F in Jan and summers peaking around 74°F in Jul.
Station: RICHMOND WATER WORKS · Source: NOAA NCEI
On Campus Safety Score
2021–2023 U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security data normalized per 1,000 students
Earlham College in IN earns a composite safety score of 42/100, rated Less Safe among U.S. colleges.
On Campus Safety data from the U.S. Dept. of Education Clery Act Database, normalized per 1,000 enrolled students. Higher scores indicate a safer environment. Review detailed data on the U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security website.
Cost Breakdown
2024-25 academic year. Tuition: College Scorecard. Fees and room & board: IPEDS/NCES.
| Cost Item | Annual Cost |
|---|---|
| Tuition | $53,930 |
| Fees | $800 |
| Room & Board | $13,985 |
| Total Estimated Cost | $68,715 |
What students actually pay after grants and scholarships. Source: College Scorecard.
Fields of Study
45 programs offered
Most Popular Programs
Bar width proportional to graduates per year. Earnings = median 4 years after graduation.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect graduates working and not enrolled full-time. Data suppressed (shown as —) for programs with fewer than 30 graduates. Most recent available year.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Earlham College located?
Earlham College is located in Richmond, IN. The main campus address is 801 National Rd West, Richmond, IN. It is a private institution offering 4-year degree programs.
What is the acceptance rate at Earlham College?
Earlham College has an acceptance rate of 73%, making it moderately selective. Out of 2,075 applicants, 1,517 were admitted in the most recent year. 670 students enrolled.
What ACT score do you need for Earlham College?
The middle 50% of enrolled students at Earlham College scored between 24 and 33 on the ACT, with a median of 27. About 9% of enrolled students submitted ACT scores. Scoring in this range will put you within the typical range, though admissions decisions consider many factors.
How much does it cost to attend Earlham College?
For the 2024-25 academic year, Earlham College charges $53,930/year in tuition. Including room and board ($13,985/year), the total estimated cost is approximately $49,053/year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $24,714/year — what students actually pay. Use Earlham College's net price calculator for a personalized estimate.
Does Earlham College have college sports?
Yes — Earlham College competes at the NCAA D3 level in the Heartland Collegiate Athletic. Division III programs emphasize academic achievement alongside athletic competition, without athletic scholarships.
Is Earlham College the right fit for me?
Whether Earlham College is right for you depends on your academic goals, budget, lifestyle preferences, and career aspirations. Key factors to consider: admissions selectivity (73% admit rate), avg net price ($24,714/year after aid), campus culture in Richmond, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh Earlham College against similar schools side-by-side.
Tuition: College Scorecard (2024-25). Fees, room & board, and other data: IPEDS/NCES 2024. Always verify with Earlham College directly for the most current information.
Quick Facts
- Type
- Private
- Location
- Richmond, IN
- Size
- Under 1,000
- Degrees Offered
- Bachelor's, Master's
- NCAA
- NCAA D3
- Conference
- Heartland Collegiate Athletic
- School Year Weather
- Warm · 46°F avg
- On Campus Safety Score
- 42/100
- Nearest Airport
- Dayton, OH (DAY) · 37 mialso MIE (39 mi), FFO (46 mi)
Location
Richmond, IN