Dreamers and doers, meet your destination. At Ripon College, we are full of big ideas. LIFE WELL
LIVED® is a set of goals to which
we all aspire, beaming as bright and audacious as our forward-thinking founders who staked their claim to this beacon on the hill in 1851. It is true and resolute, bold and flourishing as our alumni who graduate and achieve success in their communities and at every level of society. It’s part of our pennant of pride and progress. And it certainly is way more than a steppingstone to your first career. During your time at Ripon College, your professors, advisors, coaches and fellow students will challenge you to pursue your passions and identify the goals and values that you will carry throughout your lifetime. We use the following values to explain what
LIFE WELL LIVED® means to us.
HEALTHY
At the core of the student life experience is fostering healthy relationships, respecting the environment, exercising regularly, and eating fresher and more locally sourced foods.
INNOVATIVE
We place a premium on innovation and seek to develop a campus community that is constantly challenging the status quo and pursuing answers to new and old questions.
INSPIRED
We aim to create spaces and experiences both on campus and off that inspire and prepare our students for a lifetime.
MINDFUL
Our students are encouraged to confront issues of diversity and inclusion en route to becoming engaged and productive citizens of the world.
SCHOLARLY
Our students will be exposed to rigorous academics and be actively involved in developing research-based methodologies.
SPIRITED
We seek to develop in each student a lifelong dedication to alma mater and to create a campus environment that exhibits pride in our athletic traditions.
SUSTAINABLE
WORLDLY
Our students exhibit a strong sense of pride of place and environmental stewardship on campus and in the surrounding community.
Our academic programs promote better understanding of the world, increase cultural awareness, prepare students for a variety of careers and open up a lifelong love of travel and international ideas.
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CATALYST 110: Writing
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CATALYST 120: Quantitative Reasoning
work with faculty mentors to develop creative solutions to problems of global significance. Learn more at
ripon.edu/catalyst
CATALYST 210: Intercultural Competence CATALYST 220: Interdisciplinary Integration CATALYST 300: Applied Innovation Seminar
Information Literacy Oral Communication Collaboration Writing Critical Thinking Information Literacy Oral Communication Collaboration Writing Critical Thinking Collaboration Writing Information Literacy Oral Communication Collaboration Writing
MAJORS Anthropology Art History Biology Business Management Chemistry Chemistry-Biology Communication Economics Educational Studies English Environmental Studies Exercise Science/Athletic Training Track Foreign Languages Global Studies History Latin American & Caribbean Studies
Mathematics Music Philosophy Physical Education Physical Science Politics and Government Psychobiology Psychology Recreation Physical Education Religion Sociology Spanish Sports Management Studio Art Theatre
Government Service Journalism Library and Information Science Military Leadership Ministry Pre-Engineering Pre-Law Pre-Med & Health Sciences (medicine, dentistry, veterinary medicine, optometry, podiatry, physical therapy, pharmacy, nursing, chiropractic medicine, sports medicine)
Social Work Teaching Ripon College, in some cases, partners with another institution to provide the necessary education to meet degree requirements.
MINORS American Studies Anthropology Applied Communication ARMS (Ancient, Renaissance & Medieval Studies) Art History Astronomy Biology Business Management Chemistry Classical Studies Coaching Communication Criminal Justice Dramatic Literature Economics Educational Studies English Entrepreneurship Environmental Biology Francophone Studies French Health
PRE-PROFESSIONAL ADVISING
History Latin Latin American & Caribbean Studies Law and Society Mathematics Military Leadership Music National Security Studies Nonprofit Management Philosophy Physics Politics and Government Psychology Religion Socially Responsible Leadership Sociology Spanish Studio Art Theatre Production Women’s and Gender Studies
TEACHER CERTIFICATION AND LICENSURE Teacher certification is offered in Early Childhood, Elementary, Middle/Junior High, Secondary, and Bilingual/ESL. In addition, Ripon offers licensure in 21 subject areas.
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Ripon College students indicate they are satisfied or more than satisfied with the amount of attention they receive from faculty.
Career planning at Ripon starts before your first semester begins.
96%
of our alumni are employed, in graduate school or student-teaching within six months of graduation.
Ripon seeks to support all students in establishing diverse lives of socially responsible citizenship through career and professional support and guidance.
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Alumni like Leila Keita ’08 return to campus regularly to provide career development advice to current students.
Undergraduate Research and Internships One of the many hallmarks of a Ripon education is the opportunity to explore serious research pursuits alongside faculty as an undergraduate. A variety of federal grants help to support students who wish to conduct research. In addition, Ripon is home to the McNair Scholars Program, a federally funded U.S. Department of Education TRIO program designed to encourage students often underrepresented in graduate programs to pursue doctoral degrees. Each year, McNair Scholars at Ripon are placed in summer research internships, attend conferences and symposia, and are provided guidance with graduate school preparation. This focused preparation results in noteworthy graduate school placements in programs across the country.
2016 MCNAIR SCHOLAR PLACEMENTS Megan Marema Mathematics and Physics Master of Science in Prosthetics and Orthodics University of Washington William Crist Politics & Government Master of Arts in History Missouri State University Stephanie Alvarez Psychology Master’s degree in Social Work University of Southern California (USC)
Our students are exposed to
Rigorous Academics
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Emily Connovich Psychology and English Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology Rowan University
Elizabeth Thompson Biology Doctor of Pharmacy University of Wisconsin-Madison
Nayely Gonzalez Psychology and English Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology Indiana University
Garrison Anderson Communication Master’s degree in Communication Colorado State University
STUDY-ABROAD PROGRAMS Argentina • Córdoba Botswana • Development in Southern Africa (ACM) Brazil • Semester Exchange Program (ACM) Costa Rica • Community Engagement in Public Health, Education & the Environment (ACM)
International Education • Indiana University Global Gateway Program Italy • Coldigioco: Earth and Environment Italy • Florence: Arts, Humanities & Culture (ACM) Japan • Tokyo (ACM) Jordan • Amman (ACM-AMIDEAST)
Costa Rica • Field Research in the Environment, Social Sciences & Humanities (ACM)
Russia • St. Petersburg
England/Italy • London & Florence: Arts in Context (ACM)
Spain • Alicante
France • Montpellier
Spain • Seville
France • Paris
Spain • Toledo
Germany • Bonn Program
Tanzania • Ecology & Human Origins (ACM)
Hungary • Budapest India • Pune: Culture, Traditions & Globalization (ACM)
Scotland • University of St. Andrews Spain • Madrid
Wales • Bangor, Bangor University Wales • Swansea University Program
India • Pune & Jaipur: Development Studies & Hindi Language (ACM)
U.S. PROGRAMS Chicago, Illinois • Chicago: Arts (ACM) Chicago, Illinois • Chicago: Business, Entrepreneurship and Society (ACM)
Nashville, Tennessee • Fisk-Ripon Exchange Program Southwest, USA • American Indian Reservation Project
Chicago, Illinois • Chicago: Urban Studies (ACM)
Washington, D.C. • Washington Semester
Chicago, Illinois • Newberry Seminar in the Humanities (ACM)
Woods Hole, Massachusetts • SEA: Sea Education Association
Chicago, Illinois • Teach Chicago! Program
Woods Hole, Massachusetts • SES: Semester in Environmental Science, Marine Biology Laboratory
Chicago, Illinois • Urban Education: Student Teaching (ACM) Knoxville, Tennessee • Oak Ridge Science Semester (ACM)
Our academic programs and off-campus study offerings promote a better understanding of the
World, increase cultural awareness, prepare students for a variety of careers and open up a lifelong love of travel and international ideas.
LIBERAL ARTS IN FOCUS Ripon College offers three-week Liberal Arts In Focus courses in May and August. Taught in short, intensive blocks, In Focus courses are designed as immersion experiences to provide a bridge between the theory and content of disciplines. Recent courses have included history lessons in Italy, intensive biology field studies in Costa Rica and the Wilderness Field Station near Ely, Minnesota, and a unique English course in Great Britain covering children’s fantasy literature from Beatrix Potter to Harry Potter.
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Jorge Zamora Despite having a difficult upbringing, Jorge Zamora says, “Growing up I did see college in my future because no matter what, I always knew I wanted to be something in life. I knew I never wanted to be a statistic. I wanted to overcome that barrier.” Zamora has gotten to where he is today through his determination and the kindness of others. “The most difficult obstacles I would say I had was not having a father growing up to show me what a man needed to learn. Also, the resources and type of education I was receiving because of the high poverty area that I lived in. I managed to transfer my junior year in high school to Chicago Bulls College Prep, and they helped me get where I am today.” At Chicago Bulls, Zamora was very involved, taking two sports a season (six total throughout his high school career) and joining student government. His cross country and track coach told him about Ripon College, and, financially, it was Zamora’s best option. At Ripon, Zamora has continued to be involved. He founded La Unida, a student organization that promotes Hispanic culture, and co-founded the Multicultural Coalition. Both have been met with strong support. “Ripon College has changed me for the better because it showed me a way to success,” he says. “It showed me a way to escape and become anything I want to become. It gave me hope and determination that now I can do anything I want to do.” Zamora is studying business and hopes to later earn a master’s degree in business and start a nonprofit to help underprivileged students receive a college education. Zamora would encourage students struggling the way he did to never give up on their dreams. “I had many people tell me in my life I would be nothing, and I used that as fuel to keep fighting,” he says. “Prove to the world and to yourself that you are better and you can make something of your life.”
Maddie VandenHouten With the help of Ripon College’s Speakers Bureau, Maddie VandenHouten is spreading positivity. Originally just a new anti-bullying initiative for Ripon Middle School, VandenHouten’s #SpreadKindness campaign has spread further than she expected. “We never imagined we would bring the ideas to a National Youth Conference in North Carolina,” she says. “We have every intention to continue this campaign in the future. After seeing how well it is perceived by students, it would be silly to stop now. I hope to #SpreadKindness in new areas, such as Chicago, next year.” The campaign focuses on being proactive instead of reactive to bullying, and it encourages being positive instead of just preventing negativity. With #SpreadKindness, VandenHouten strives to bring a fresh perspective to anti-bullying. “Students hear about bullying and anti-bullying every day since they first enter the school system. It is such an over-saturated word in their worlds. Because they hear it so often, they do not think it applies to them,” she says. “As a Speakers Bureau program, we tried to implement these very important lessons into school systems in a way that students have not already heard before.” The Speakers Bureau is a branch of Ripon’s renowned Communication department, and students are eligible to join after completing the Public Speaking and Advanced Public Speaking courses. For VandenHouten, her membership has been invaluable to her success. “I cannot thank my communication professors enough,” she says. “They are always willing to meet with me about a speech, a project, a job application, or just a ‘life’ chat. To feel valued by fellow students and faculty here is something I do not take for granted. Ripon College has given me the courage to try new things because I know I have support and guidance of extremely credible and supportive faculty members. I would highly recommend getting involved with Speakers Bureau. It has immensely enriched my college experience, and I would not trade these experiences for the world.”
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Josh Schubring Since his childhood, Josh Schubring has been a member of Ducks Unlimited, a group that aims to restore and conserve wetlands and other waterfowl habitats. The benefits of protecting wetland are apparent for wildlife and humans alike. “The mission is important because Ducks Unlimited is focused directly on putting habitat on the ground which helps provide breeding grounds for ducks and fresh clean water for people,” Schubring says. “It also ensures that the money donated to the organization is well-spent.” When he arrived at Ripon, Schubring wanted to continue his involvement with Ducks Unlimited. Many colleges have DU chapters, and Schubring thought a Ripon chapter would thrive, so he decided to found one himself. He found the process was easy, and he was offered plenty of support and resources. “Going to a school like Ripon allows community and campus involvement to foster helping the chapter build strong connections and active members,” Schubring says. “The College is easy to work with when starting a club. I was able work directly with the student activities director and dean of students when starting DU, which allowed for a smooth process and ability to determine how to best make the club successful.” This year, DU had many successes. “We had a very successful dinner banquet which raised $8,500 for wetlands conservation.” The chapter also held an event at the local shooting range. Twenty-five students attended, and those new to firearms learned about gun safety and the fundamentals of shooting. Starting this chapter has taught Schubring much about starting a group and running an organization. “I learned that starting a campus chapter of an organization that is well-known, like Ducks Unlimited, gets people interested and excited because they know the good things the organization has done before. It has continued to develop my leadership skills and prepare me for the business world.”
Sophie Widman Sophie Widman has always enjoyed theatre. Being raised by two actor parents, Sophie grew up around the arts. Because of her background, she was immediately drawn to audition for a Ripon theatre production. Despite her passion for theatre, Sophie recalls having anxiety. “Because this was my first college show, I was very nervous,” she says. “When I walked into auditions, I felt my stomach sink down and my head was spinning.” But the welcoming nature of Ripon’s theatre began to set her at ease. “I walked in prepared to address the directors as Professor Hill and Professor Amsden, but as I came in I heard other upperclassmen saying: ‘Hey, Bob!’ ‘Oh, Ken! How was your summer?’ I was so shocked to hear people calling their professors by their first names,” Widman says. When Widman was called up to begin reading, she was intimidated but pushed through her fears. “Once we got up on stage and I felt the lights on my face and I introduced myself and started the scene, all my nerves vanished,” she says. “I felt alive, and everything else disappeared. I had no nerves, my mind was clear and I was up there doing what I love to do.” Since then Widman has spent a lot of time in the theatre department. She has sung, danced and taken fun and exciting classes from improv to stage makeup. “Theatre has changed me by letting me be me and following my passion no matter what stands in my way or by what others think of it,” she says. To students interested in theatre but who may be anxious, Sophie has this advice: “When I was nervous to audition, I still went up and performed because I knew that it was my passion and I did not want to let it fall. Do what makes you feel comfortable, but do not be afraid to push yourself. There will be plenty of upperclassmen there to help you through your nerves and support you whenever you need it. That is the beauty of the theatre department at Ripon College. That is why I am so proud to be here at Ripon College studying theatre.”
You don’t need to be a theatre major to
participate. Anyone can be involved with and
even receive scholarships for participation in theatre, art and music.
Our students exhibit a strong sense of pride of place and
Environmental Stewardship
on campus and in the surrounding community.
The Princeton Review ranks Ripon at 14th in the nation under its category: “Town-Gown Relations are Great.�
The
314 Project Space, located in
historic downtown Ripon, is a student-run, multi-use venue for art exhibits, performances, poetry readings, lectures, classes, meetings and community events.
The Center for Politics and the People plays off of Ripon’s historical significance in national and statelevel politics and provides a
Birthplace
platform throughout the year for
Ripon is the
prognosticators, political candidates
of Abraham Lincoln’s Republican
and students to share their views on a variety of issues.
Ripon students had opportunities to attend both the Democratic and Republican presidential primary debates in Wisconsin where they met moderator Judy Woodruff (above) and candidate Carly Fiorina (below).
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The natural beauty of Ripon’s campus greets you from the moment you arrive and creates the landscape as you cross the stage to receive your diploma.
A shared bedroom in Tri-Dorms
The residential experience is integral to life at Ripon College. Some of your finest teachers will be fellow students with whom you will form lifelong friendships, learn tolerance of personal differences and develop character and leadership skills. Eight
A common living space in Scott Hall
residence halls offer a variety of living options. First-year women live in Tri-Dorms (Evans, Shaler or Wright halls) or Johnson Hall. First-year men traditionally live in Scott Hall. Juniors and seniors in good academic standing may apply to live in the Campus Apartments. A single bedroom in the Campus Apartments
The Center for Diversity and Inclusion offers dedicated space and programming in which students may build community and congregation with peers of like or shared experience and seek saliency in their own identities. Working with units throughout campus, the center aims to raise awareness of diversity issues, increase intercultural competence, and promote dialogue and respect of all students on campus.
Students, faculty and staff gather to celebrate the grand opening of the Center for Diversity and Inclusion.
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Ripon College hosts more than 60 student-led clubs and organizations that are constantly changing and evolving. If you don’t see an activity you like, Ripon provides multiple opportunities to create one of your own. Alpha Chi Omega Alpha Delta Pi Amnesty International Black Student Union Blaster Club Campus Christian Fellowship Chess Club Circle K College Days Council of Student Organizations Crimson Cultural Diversity Club (CDC) Democrats DREAM Ducks Unlimited EGOR (Environmental Group of Ripon) Enactus Equestrian English/Hunt Team Feminists Fencing Club Francophone Alliance German Club Greek Council Interfraternity Council International Relations Club Kappa Delta La Unida League of Legends Club Love Your Melon Martial Arts Club Math Club Men’s Lacrosse Club
Merriman (Phi Kappa Pi) Minecraft Club Miss Ripon College Charity Pageant Panhellenic Council Parallax Pep Band Phi Delta Theta Pre-Law Society of Ripon College Queer Straight Alliance Quidditch Club Republicans Ripon Live Ripon Outdoor Club (ROC) rRRumba Sigma Chi Society of Physics Students Society of Pre-Health Professions Student Education Association Student Senate Student Volunteers - Blue Mountain Project Students for Animal Welfare Students for Social Justice Theta Chi Theta Sigma Tau Ultimate Frisbee Club Women’s Lacrosse Club WRPN Young Americans for Freedom Young Americans for Liberty
Members of Greek organizations plan and participate in
Community Service projects.
FRATERNITIES Phi Delta Theta
Theta Chi
Motto: One Man is No Man Charity: Ripon Fire Department, ALS Association
Motto: The Helping Hand Charity: Leukemia & Lymphoma Society
Phi Kappa Pi, aka “Merriman� (Local)
Theta Sigma Tau
Motto: Unity is Brotherhood Charity: Supports local families in need
Motto: The Unity of Disunity Charity: Lustgarten Foundation: Pancreatic Cancer Research
Sigma Chi Motto: In this sign you will conquer Charity: Huntsman Cancer Foundation
Think you know what Greek life is all about? If you are envisioning Animal Theta Chi fraternity paired with the Ripon College Counseling Services office to sponsor the “Walk in Her Shoes” sexual assualt awarenss event. Men were encouraged to experience a woman’s perspective by taking a walk in a pair of women’s shoes, preferably high heels.
House, you may need to think again. As a small community, Ripon is known for its personalized approach to helping students learn and develop as a person and professional. Greek life at Ripon College reflects these efforts. Students participating in sororities and fraternities live in residence halls, not houses. They are leaders within the Greek community, as well as the greater campus. Greek students form bonds of unity and friendship, and serve as a family support system during your time on campus.
SORORITIES Alpha Delta Pi Motto: We Live For Each Other Charity: Ronald McDonald House Charities
Alpha Chi Omega Motto: Together Let Us Seek the Heights Charity: Support victims of domestic abuse, Christine Ann Shelter
Kappa Delta Motto: Strive each day for that which is Honorable, Beautiful, and Highest. Charity: Girl Scouts, Prevent Child Abuse America
an integral part of our Because Ripon believes athletics are refer to them as students’ educational experience, we — not extracurricular — activities.
co-curricular
More than 40 percent of Ripon students
integral part of our students’ educational
participate as members of a varsity sport.
experience. In addition, more than 70
Division III student-athletes, like ours at Ripon,
percent of Ripon students participate in
have the highest graduation rates of the
intramural or club sports, including kickball,
NCAA’s three divisions, and they regularly
dodgeball, flag football, indoor soccer,
outpace non-athletes in the completion
inner tube water polo, basketball, bowling,
of degrees. Ripon believes athletics are an
volleyball and Zumba.
BASEBALL 21 MWC Championships, including 12 in the last 17 years. Michael Polcyn signed to a minor league contract with the single A affiliate of the St. Louis Cardinals in 2015. Polcyn was a two-time AllAmerican and two-time Conference Player of the Year.
M CROSS COUNTRY Earned Division III AllAcademic honors in 2015 with a cumulative Grade Point Average of 3.33; Dave Billings won the Individual Conference Championship in 2005.
M OUTDOOR TRACK & FIELD Program has had 4 student-athletes qualify for Nationals in the last 5 years; Mike Immel won the 1996 National Championship in the discus.
W CROSS COUNTRY Earned Division III All-Academic honors in 2015 with a cumulative grade point average of 3.33; Michelle Matter was named Academic AllAmerican in 2012.
M SWIMMING
W SOCCER Won a program-record 13 games in 2014, which ended with a loss in the MWC Championship game led by All-Region First Team selection and all-time leading goal scorer Brandi Peltier.
Two MWC Team Championships.
W INDOOR TRACK & FIELD CYCLING 8 consecutive MWCCC Division 2 Team Mountain Bike Championships.
Jenna Breaker won the 2013 Nationals Championship in the high jump.
FOOTBALL 19 MWC championships in school history. In 2015, Head Coach Ron Ernst broke the conference record for career wins with his 160th victory.
M TENNIS 19 MWC Championships in school history.
M INDOOR TRACK & FIELD
M BASKETBALL Ty Sabin has been named MWC Player of the Year in each of the last two seasons and also earned All-American honors in those years. Aris Wurtz won the Jostens Trophy and was named Division III Academic Player of the Year in 2012. Program has had 5 All-American selections in the last 6 years (4 different players).
5 Academic AllAmericans in the last 6 years. Cory Zimmerman qualified for Nationals in 2013.
M SOCCER 5 MWC Championships, including 4 consecutive from 1997-2000.
W BASKETBALL Qualified for the 2016 MWC Tournament after experiencing largest win improvement the conference has seen in 10 years, winning 12 more games than they did in 2014. Jill VanEperen was a finalist for the 2014 Jostens Trophy and Academic All-American.
W TENNIS Four consecutive MWC championships, 1988-91.
W OUTDOOR TRACK & FIELD Jenna Breaker won the 2015 National Championship in the high jump. Program has had 5 student-athletes qualify for Nationals in the last 5 years. Michelle Matter was named Academic All-American in 2013.
VOLLEYBALL Abbi Williamson was named 2015 MWC Player of the Year. She broke the school record for career assists and enters her senior year with 2,817.
SOFTBALL Won 2 conference championships including 2011, which saw them win three games in the NCAA Regional playoffs. Won a program record 27 games in 2011.
W SWIMMING Earned College Swimming Coaches Association of America (CSCAA) Scholar AllAmerica honors for 201516 with the third-highest grade point average in Division III (3.67). Emma Goral was named CSCAA Scholar All-America Honorable Mention in 2015 and has won back-to-back conference championships in both the 100 butterfly and 200 butterfly.
OPENING FALL 2017
Ripon’s new destination for athletics, health and wellness! “Ripon — the College and community — is committed to healthy living, exercise and the spirit of competition; and with this $20-plusmillion building, we will soon have one of the premier facilities in the state.” Zach Messitte President, Ripon College
Ripon’s new 65,000-square-foot field house with NCAA regulation track will be
among the best
indoor tracks in the state of Wisconsin.
FOLLOW THESE SIMPLE STEPS TO BECOME A RED HAWK: Admission Timeline
While Ripon College has rolliing admission, here
Student Profile
Enrollment: 794 undergraduates
are a few key dates to keep in mind:
Average GPA: 3.4
• September 15: Admission application review begins
Mid-Range SAT Scores: 1030-1240
• October 1: Apply for financial aid at www.fafsa.ed.gov Ripon College code 003884
Mid-Range ACT Scores: 21-27 Retention Rate (first-time, first-year students): 83% Domestic and International Diversity: 15%
• December 1: Financial aid priority deadline • January 15: Priority application deadline • May 1: Priority enrollment deposit date
Test-Optional
Ripon College is test-optional. Students applying to Ripon are encouraged to present application materials that most accurately reflect their diverse academic talents and potential, including: high school transcripts, recommendation letters, writing sample,
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leadership positions, work history, involvement in school and community activities, and commitment to Ripon’s core values. Students may choose to submit either their ACT or SAT scores if they feel those results best represent their academic potential. The admission committee makes no assumptions between students who choose to submit scores and those who do not. If choosing to submit test scores: When taking the
How to Apply
ACT or SAT, submit your results to Ripon College using ACT code: 4636 and SAT code: 1664.
Apply directly at:
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Excellent Return on Investment Washington Monthly ranked Ripon College 17th among liberal arts colleges in the Midwest and 65th nationally based on the economic value students receive per dollar.
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Activity Fee
Total Annual Cost
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