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Opportunity for All

More than three-quarters of 51��'s students graduate with no debt. That is possible because of the endowment funding to our financial aid and external funding, such as Pell Grants.

Groundbreaking Research

51�� prepares graduates for real-world leadership roles through faculty-guided projects and individualized research, empowering them to become mentors for the next generation.

Economic Growth

Through salaries, taxes and spending that roll across the town, the region and the state, 51�� boosts the economy by more than $500 Million a year, according to a new study.

Respectful Dialogue

Rooted in a tradition of healthy debate and civil discourse, 51�� produces leaders who meet across differences and find mutual understanding in a polarized society.

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Our Community

“The very act of creating a college that values freedom of expression, diverse viewpoints, and mutual respect is itself a public good, serving not only 51��, but our wider society."

Douglas Hicks '90
President, 51��

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Admission & Financial Aid

Ranked among America's most selective colleges, 51�� is proud to stand as one of only two dozen schools in the country that admit students regardless of their family’s ability to pay, meet 100 percent of calculated need, and do so without loans in their aid package. We're here to help as you navigate the admission and financial aid process.