First-year deadlines, 2026–27
| Plan | Deadline | Decision by |
|---|---|---|
| Early action Apply early, hear early, not binding. | November 15, 2026 | December 15, 2026 |
| Regular decision The standard deadline, with answers in spring. Not binding. | April 1, 2027 |
Plans are listed in calendar order. What the plans mean
Source: monmouthcollege.edu · checked September 30, 2026
What families actually pay
Average yearly net price after grants, all students, by family income
Source: U.S. Dept. of Education, College Scorecard · data snapshot October 2, 2026
AP credit
Most-taken exams, lowest score that earns credit| Exam | Min score | Monmouth College course | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calculus AB | 3 | MATH 151 Quantitative Reasoning | 1 credit |
| Calculus BC | 3 | MATH 151 and MATH 152 Quantitative Reasoning | 2 credits |
| Biology | 3 | General Credit BIOL 150 Scientific Inquiry…General Credit BIOL 150 Scientific Inquiry Scientific Inquiry 1 1 | |
| Chemistry | 3 | General Credit CHEM 140 Scientific Inquiry…General Credit CHEM 140 Scientific Inquiry Scientific Inquiry 1 1 | |
| English Language and Composition | 3 | 100 level English credit ENGL 110 Composition and Argument | 1 credit |
| English Literature and Composition | 3 | 100 level English credit ENGL 110 None…100 level English credit ENGL 110 None Composition and Argument 1 | |
| United States History | 3 | HIST 110 and HIST 111 Social Science Inquiry…HIST 110 and HIST 111 Social Science Inquiry Identity, Diversity & Equity 2 | |
| Psychology | 3 | PSYC 101 EQ*** None | 1 credit |
Show all 39 exams and every score level
| Exam | Min score | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calculus AB | 3 | MATH 151 Quantitative Reasoning | 1 credit |
| Calculus BC | 3 | MATH 151 and MATH 152 Quantitative Reasoning | 2 credits |
| Biology | 3 | General Credit BIOL 150 Scientific Inquiry…General Credit BIOL 150 Scientific Inquiry Scientific Inquiry 1 1 | |
| Chemistry | 3 | General Credit CHEM 140 Scientific Inquiry…General Credit CHEM 140 Scientific Inquiry Scientific Inquiry 1 1 | |
| English Language and Composition | 3 | 100 level English credit ENGL 110 Composition and Argument | 1 credit |
| English Literature and Composition | 3 | 100 level English credit ENGL 110 None…100 level English credit ENGL 110 None Composition and Argument 1 | |
| United States History | 3 | HIST 110 and HIST 111 Social Science Inquiry…HIST 110 and HIST 111 Social Science Inquiry Identity, Diversity & Equity 2 | |
| Psychology | 3 | PSYC 101 EQ*** None | 1 credit |
| Statistics | 3 | STAT 201 Quantitative Reasoning | 1 credit |
| Computer Science A | 3 | COMP 151 | 1 credit |
| Macroeconomics | 3 | 200 Level Economics*** Social Science Inquiry | 1 credit |
| Microeconomics | 3 | 200 Level Economics*** Social Science Inquiry | 1 credit |
| World History: Modern | 3 | HIST 220 Social Science Inquiry Global Learning | 1 credit |
| Environmental Science | 3 | General Credit ESTS 103 None Scientific Inquiry 1 | 1 credit |
| European History | 3 | 100 level elective credit Social Science Inquiry…100 level elective credit Social Science Inquiry Global Learning 1 | |
| Human Geography | 3 | 100 level elective credit Social Science Inquiry…100 level elective credit Social Science Inquiry Global Learning 1 | |
| Spanish Language and Culture | 3 | SPAN 201 SPAN 202 Languages and Cultures…SPAN 201 SPAN 202 Languages and Cultures Languages and Cultures 1 1 | |
| Computer Science Principles | 3 | 100 level elective credit | 1 credit |
| Art History | 3 | ARTD 200 and 201 Artistic Inquiry | 2 credits |
| 2-D Art and Design | 3 | ARTD 100 Artistic Inquiry | 1 credit |
| 3-D Art and Design | 3 | ARTD 100 Artistic Inquiry | 1 credit |
| African American Studies | 3 | HIST-112 Identity, Diversity, Equity Social Science Inquiry | 1 credit |
| Chinese Language and Culture | 3 | CHNS 201 Languages and Cultures | 1 credit |
| Comparative Government and Politics | 3 | POLS 200 Social Science Inquiry Global Learning | 1 credit |
| Drawing | 3 | ARTD 215 Artistic Inquiry | 1 credit |
| French Language and Culture | 3 | FREN 210 FREN 220 Languages and Cultures…FREN 210 FREN 220 Languages and Cultures Languages and Cultures 1 1 | |
| German Language and Culture | 3 | GERM 102 Languages and Cultures | 1 credit |
| Italian Language and Culture | 3 | FLOT 102 Languages and Cultures | 1 credit |
| Japanese Language and Culture | 3 | JAPN 201 Languages and Cultures | 1 credit |
| Latin | 3 | LATN 200 Languages and Cultures | 1 credit |
| Physics C: Electricity and Magnetism | 3 | General Credit Consult with Physics department…General Credit Consult with Physics department for placement None Scientific Inquiry 1 1 | |
| Physics C: Mechanics | 3 | General Credit Consult with Physics department…General Credit Consult with Physics department for placement None Scientific Inquiry 1 | |
| Physics I: Algebra-Based | 3 | General Credit Consult with Physics department…General Credit Consult with Physics department for placement None Scientific Inquiry 1 1 | |
| Physics II: Algebra-Based | 3 | General Credit Consult with Physics department…General Credit Consult with Physics department for placement None Scientific Inquiry 1 1 | |
| Precalculus | 3 | MATH-141 | 1 credit |
| Research | 3 | 100 level elective credit | 1 credit |
| Seminar | 3 | 100 level elective credit | 1 credit |
| Spanish Literature and Culture | 3 | SPAN 202 SPAN 245 or 246 Languages and Cultures…SPAN 202 SPAN 245 or 246 Languages and Cultures Languages and Cultures 1 1 | |
| US Government and Politics | 3 | POLS 103 Social Science Inquiry | 1 credit |
Source: monmouthcollege.edu · checked September 25, 2026
Biggest majors
| Major | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Business Administration and Management | 24 |
| Exercise Science and Kinesiology | 23 |
| Psychology | 17 |
| Physical Education Teaching and Coaching | 10 |
| Accounting | 9 |
| Art/Art Studies | 9 |
| Physics | 9 |
| Speech Communication and Rhetoric | 9 |
Show the other 24 majors
| Elementary Education and Teaching | 8 |
| Biochemistry | 7 |
| Sociology | 7 |
| Biology/Biological Sciences | 6 |
| Political Science and Government | 5 |
| Health and Wellness | 4 |
| Music | 4 |
| Chemistry | 4 |
| Engineering | 4 |
| Computer Science | 4 |
| Public Relations/Image Management | 4 |
| Biopsychology | 3 |
| English Language and Literature | 3 |
| History | 2 |
| Neuroscience | 2 |
| Social Science Teacher Education | 2 |
| Education | 2 |
| Environmental Science | 2 |
| Classics and Classical Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics | 1 |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies | 1 |
| Mathematics | 1 |
| Philosophy | 1 |
| Economics | 1 |
| Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts | 1 |
Bachelor’s graduates, first major, most recent year · Source: U.S. Dept. of Education, IPEDS · data snapshot October 2, 2026
Sports and campus life
Men’s varsity · NCAA Division III, Midwest Conference
Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Football, Golf, Soccer, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field (Indoor), Track and Field (Outdoor)
Women’s varsity · NCAA Division III, Midwest Conference
Basketball, Cross Country, Golf, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field (Indoor), Track and Field (Outdoor), Volleyball
ROTC
Army
Faith groups
Newman Connection
Also
Study abroad
Sources: U.S. Dept. of Education athletics data (EADA), connection.newmanministry.com · checked September 4, 2026 · data snapshot October 2, 2026
The place
Setting
Town, distant
Federal locale classification
More about the place
Nearest airport
Quad Cities International (MLI)
Nearest hub airport
St Louis Lambert International (STL)
Walkability
EPA walkability index 7.0 of 20
Elevation
744 ft
Time zone
Central
January low
15°F
July high
84°F
Annual snowfall
25.6 in
Days at 90°F or higher
20 per year
One-bedroom fair market rent
$720 per month
Sources: U.S. Dept. of Education (IPEDS locale), U.S. Census metro estimates, NOAA climate normals, HUD fair market rents, EPA walkability · data snapshot October 2, 2026
Colleges nearby
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- Augustana College41 mi
- Saint Ambrose University43 mi
- Bradley University55 mi
- University of Iowa70 mi
Straight-line distance between campuses
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