Scripps College
When Scripps was founded in 1926 in Claremont, California, it was one of few institutions dedicated to educating women for lives of commitment and engagement. Since then, Scripps has continued to champion qualities of both mind and spirit in accordance with the vision of its founder, newspaper entrepreneur and philanthropist Ellen Browning Scripps. Scripps today offers a rigorous interdisciplinary curriculum, a robust intellectual community, a commitment to diversity and inclusion, and a rich residential experience designed to shape the next generation of leaders.
Accepts first-year applicationsWestPrivateSuburbanSmall (2,000 and under)Women's College
Academic programs
- Science
- Liberal Arts
- Music
- Art & Design
- Economics
- Government/Political Science
- Performing Arts
- Social Science
- Visual Arts
Student experience
- Athletics
- Co-op/Internship Opportunities
- Disability Services
- Intramural/Club Sports
- LGBTQIA Services
- On-Campus Housing
- ROTC Program
- Study Abroad
- Undergraduate Research
Application information
First-year
Scripps College is committed to a holistic and thorough review of each application, with a careful consideration of the following: academic program and performance; personal essay; recommendations; and co-curricular activities. We imagine what the applicant would be like as a member of the Scripps community, engaged inside and outside of the classroom.
Transfer
A student who has graduated from high school, enrolled in a degree-seeking program, and has any transferable credits is considered a transfer student for Scripps College.
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Visit us
Visit Scripps to experience our intellectual environment, campus beauty, and the warmth of our community. Connect with us on social media, join us for a virtual info session, or sign up for a guided campus tour! Learn more: scrippscollege.edu/admission/visit.