University HQ®—a leading online organization that helps students select higher education options—ranked Principia College #7 on its list of “Best Bachelor’s Degree Colleges in Illinois” for 2022 out of 57 schools.
The rankings are based on government data sources, private job search sites, and key factors such as cost ...
(This story was updated Feb. 7, 2022 to reflect the cancellation of the New Zealand Study Abroad program.)
An intrepid group of students completed their Ecuador and Galapagos Islands study abroad in December, marking the successful resumption of Principia College Study Abroad programs. Principia’s Study Abroad program halted ...
Enjoy these images of fall semester 2021. From Preschool to Upper School, it has been a time to remember—filled with joy, learning, and overcoming challenges. This slideshow includes photos of Principia School students at various Christmas programs, science projects, clubs, field trips, and other events.
The College Thunder Chickens rugby team returned to the pitch this fall after a three-semester hiatus due to the ongoing pandemic. The team had a highly successful fall season, winning the Gateway Conference championship and participating in the National Collegiate Rugby Division II National Tournament. Head coach Ward Patterson, one ...
Principia College's School of Government opened this fall. "The School of Government is the front door to the College campus. It houses the administrative offices, faculty offices, and key classrooms, and it was in desperate need of repair," said College President John Williams during the October grand opening where he ...
With joy and gratitude, Principia announced this week that Dr. Merry Sorrells (C’79) will serve as our next Head of School.
Dr. Sorrells brings extraordinary educational experience in multiple private schools. She has served as head of school at two faith-based, private schools for 14 years. In addition, she ...
The College mediation team took first place in the 22nd Annual International Intercollegiate Mediation Championship Tournament, defending its 2020 championship title. The team captured top awards in two of the four categories of competition.
College juniors Luke Nutwell and Grace Pecheck placed first for individual advocacy, while Pecheck scored ...
November was filled with the sweet sounds of Principia School musicians earning their way into the prestigious St. Louis Metro District 8 (Metro 8) Band and the Metro 8 Orchestra. Competition for a spot in the Metro 8 bands and orchestras is considerable, with students from several public-school districts outside ...
From 3D art to a concentration in outdoor education, the College’s new hires and transitioning faculty are opening up new areas of study and professional connections for their students. Principia College’s new faculty are bringing rich field experience that is expanding new opportunities and areas of expertise at the College. ...
The IDEA Labs provide an innovative space for students at Principia to experiment, problem-solve, and play. IDEA Labs facilitator and Lower School teacher Mollie Grant is always looking for ways to enhance the students’ experiences through creative projects that let young engineers test ideas and solve real-world problems.
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