Olin College Description:
A lot of people haven't heard of the Franklin W. Olin College of Engineering, but that's likely to change. The school was established in 1997 by a gift of over $400 million by the F. W. Olin Foundation. Construction began quickly, and the college welcomed its first class of students in 2002. Olin has a project-based, student-centered curriculum, so all students can plan to get their hands dirty in the lab and machine shop. The college is small -- roughly 300 students total -- with a 9 to 1 student / faculty ratio. All enrolled students receive an Olin Scholarship covering tuition in full.
Admissions Data (2007 - 08):
- Percent of Applicants Admitted: 10.2%
- Test Scores -- 25th / 75th Percentile
- SAT Critical Reading: 690 / 780
- SAT Math: 740 / 800
- SAT Writing: 670 / 760
- ACT Composite: 33 / 36
- ACT English: 32 / 35
- ACT Math: 34 / 36
Enrollment (2007):
- Total Enrollment: 299
- Gender Breakdown: 57.5% Male / 42.5% Female
- 100% Full-time
Costs (2007 - 08):
- Tuition and Fees: $33,775
- Books: $750
- Room and Board: $11,800
- Other Expenses: $1,500
- Total Cost: $47,825
Olin College Financial Aid (2006 - 07):
- Percentage of Students Receiving Aid: 100%
- Percentage of Students Receiving Types of Aid
- Federal Grants: 6%
- State / Local Grants: 22%
- Institutional Grants: 100%
- Average Amount of Aid
- Federal Grants: not disclosed
- State / Local Grants: $1,500
- Institutional Grants: $32,100
Most Popular Majors:
Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering
Olin College Mission Statement:
Olin College prepares future leaders through an innovative engineering education that bridges science and technology, enterprise, and society. Skilled in independent learning and the art of design, our graduates will seek opportunities and take initiative to make a positive difference in the world.
Mission Statement from http://www.olin.edu/about_olin/overview.asp
Data Source:
National Center for Educational Statistics
