Acceptance Rate
89%
“Tiny Ohio liberal arts college where students alternate rigorous study with paid work terms in cooperative education.”
Yellow Springs, OH
Location
Rural
Campus Setting
Antioch College traces its roots to 1852, when Horace Mann established it as a nonsectarian institution granting degrees to women from the start. Nestled in the bohemian village of Yellow Springs, about 20 miles east of Dayton, the campus draws students who crave hands-on learning and social engagement over traditional lecture halls. You'll find a tight-knit community of around 150 undergraduates who value activism and self-governance, often debating college policies in town hall meetings. The school's personality shines through its emphasis on real-world application, but the small size means fewer peers and limited extracurricular breadth compared to larger campuses. Yellow Springs offers quirky cafes, art galleries, and hiking trails, though its rural vibe and modest size can feel isolating if you seek big-city energy. High tuition around $36,000 demands weighing the intimate experience against broader options.
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Antioch stands out for its pioneering cooperative education program, where you spend full terms working paid jobs tied to your studies, from environmental nonprofits to tech startups, building resumes early. Small seminars dominate, fostering close discussions with professors who prioritize your growth over research agendas. Popular fields include environmental studies, arts, and social sciences, with flexibility to design independent majors. The tiny enrollment ensures personalized attention, but expect limited course variety and occasional scheduling conflicts in niche areas. Research opportunities arise through co-ops rather than massive labs, suiting self-starters over those needing structured undergrad projects.
Student Body
Total Enrollment
121 undergrad • 0 grad
Undergraduate
Graduate
International
White
50%
Black / African American
13%
Hispanic / Latino
17%
Asian
5%
Other / Multi-racial
17%
Campus Life
Campus Setting
Yellow Springs, OH
Varsity Athletics
Campus life revolves around community: you'll share dorm kitchens, bike wooded paths, and join student-led governance shaping everything from budgets to events. Traditions include the annual Banana Ball, a quirky dance celebrating spring, and all-campus work crews maintaining grounds. Social scenes lean collaborative—think film nights, open mics, and hikes in adjacent Glen Helen Nature Preserve—rather than raucous parties. With everyone living on campus, bonds form fast, but the small scale limits dating pools and sports teams. Yellow Springs adds flavor with farmer's markets and live music, though off-campus fun requires a drive to Dayton. Winters bring Midwest chill, and the quiet setting suits introverts more than extroverts chasing urban nightlife.
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Net Annual Cost by Household Income
Household Income
Avg. Net Cost
$0 – $30K
$17,473
$30K – $48K
$19,527
$48K – $75K
$20,733
$75K – $110K
$26,416
$110K+
$26,933
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Outcomes & Earnings
Retention Rate
72%
4 Years Graduation Rate
17%
6 Years Graduation Rate
32%
72% of first-time, full-time students complete their freshman year at Antioch College and return in the fall. 17% of first-time, full-time students graduate in 4 years, and 32% graduate within 6 years.
Graduation Rate
4-year grads
17%
4-5 years
15%
6-8 years
2%
Non-grad
66%
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Key Statistics
Type
Private
Tuition
$35,949
Acceptance
89%
Undergrads
121
4-Year Grad Rate
17%
Endowment
$28M
Yellow Springs, OH 45387
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