Scripps College
About
Scripps College, a prestigious women’s liberal arts college in Claremont, California, is best known for its empowering academic environment, striking Mediterranean Revival campus, and innovative Core Curriculum in Interdisciplinary Humanities. The college boasts strong programs across the humanities, fine arts, and social sciences, while also offering robust STEM majors through a collaborative science department shared with neighboring schools. Student life is defined by a close-knit, action-oriented community with beloved traditions like weekly afternoon tea and the historic student-painted Graffiti Wall. Uniquely situated as a member of the five-college Claremont Colleges consortium, Scripps seamlessly combines the supportive atmosphere of a small women's college with the vast academic, athletic, and social resources of a mid-sized university.
Wikipedia:Scripps College is a private liberal arts women's college in Claremont, California. It was founded as a member of the Claremont Colleges in 1926, a year after the consortium's formation. Journalist and philanthropist Ellen Browning Scripps provided its initial endowment.
Location
Cost
Admissions
Wondering if Scripps College is the right fit for you?
Scout builds a personalized college list — reach, match, and safety schools — tailored to your profile, grades, and goals. Get financial aid estimates, scholarship guidance, and deep dives on every school.
Essay Requirements
Scripps College accepts the Common Application. All Common App schools require the personal statement essay. Some schools also require supplemental essays — check the school's page on Common App for current prompts and word limits.
See the current Common App essay prompts for the personal statement options.
Outcomes
Student Body
Programs & Earnings
Institutional
Wondering if Scripps College is the right fit for you?
Scout builds a personalized college list — reach, match, and safety schools — tailored to your profile, grades, and goals. Get financial aid estimates, scholarship guidance, and deep dives on every school.