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Scripps College
Scripps College is a private nonprofit four-year school in Claremont, CA, with its campus in a suburb. It was founded in 1926[1]. It has about 1,113 undergraduates[5].
Founding year: Wikidata (community-edited) · Other facts: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard- 1926Founded
- 2026Today
Academics
Costs
What a year at Scripps College costs in 2026-27, for non-resident students[2].
The school does not publish a fixed total that includes housing and food, so only tuition and fees are listed. The real total can be much higher.
Where the money goes
Help paying, for students from abroad
As described by the school.
Housing and food
The Scorecard does not say whether first-year housing is guaranteed or how many students live on campus. Check the school’s housing page.
Scorecard averages · reference only
These averages include U.S. students and the aid they receive. They are not an international student’s net price.
Getting in
When to apply
Your application checklist
Scores in detail
What the school asks for, and where its students land.
English test
Recommended or expected, not stated as a minimum[4]
Page says it strongly recommends an English test for non-native speakers; TOEFL 5 (new scale), IELTS 7, DET 130 in one sitting, no superscoring, no self-reported scores.
Waiver or exemption: Waiver request if first language is English or English is primary language of instruction at school.
SAT and ACT
You do not have to send one. If you do, the gold bar shows where the middle half of enrolled students land.
Extra steps for students from abroad
How many get in
Living in Claremont
Clubs, sports and activities
For information only. Confirm every figure with the school before you make decisions.