What is Scripps College known for?

Scripps is consistently ranked as one of the top liberal arts colleges in the country, with a rigorous curriculum that encourages both personal and academic growth. Scripps’ picturesque campus at the base of the San Gabriel mountains is widely recognized as one of the country’s most beautiful campuses, listed in the National Register of Historic Places; and our 10:1 student-to-faculty ratio and creative, collaborative community of women provide a unique academic environment that is distinctively Scripps.

Humanities and the Arts at Scripps

Scripps offers top-ranked programs in art and art history, English, writing, music, and performance; but you don’t need to be studying in a humanities program to develop the essential skills they foster. Humanities and the arts are at the core of everything we do at Scripps. Our comprehensive core curriculum includes courses in fine arts, letters, social sciences, race relations, and gender and women’s studies; encouraging students to develop their communication and critical thinking skills and deepen their understanding of complex topics through discussion, debate, and the pursuit of knowledge. Scripps students also enjoy regular opportunities to learn from guest speakers and industry leaders in the Arts through The Humanities Institute and Scripps Presents.

STEM at Scripps

Scripps is a leader in STEM education, conferring a higher percentage of STEM degrees than any other women’s college in the country; and ranked in the top three nationally for the percentage of female STEM majors. Our comprehensive and interdisciplinary curriculum alongside our location in the thriving greater Los Angeles region makes Scripps College an excellent choice for STEM majors.

The Scripps Advantage

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National Liberal Arts Colleges, US News & World

Inclusion, Diversity, and Equity at Scripps

Scripps affirms that diversity in race, ethnicity, religion, belief, opinion, economic class, age, gender, sexuality, and physical ableness is an inextricable part of the campus experience. Launched in 2014, our Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Access (IDEA) Initiative is an ongoing project that continually assesses and adjusts practices and policies to foster an inclusive community where students, staff, and faculty of color and other underrepresented groups are seen, heard, and supported. To aid in these efforts, our recently established Racial Justice and Equity Fund will increase scholarship aid for Black students and students of color, expand recruitment and retention of underrepresented students, develop antiracist curricula, modules, and dialogue, and fund fellowship grants for students and faculty seeking to advance racial justice.

IDEA at Scripps College

Leadership at Scripps

Scripps, our focus on critical thinking and collaboration over competition means our students start building essential communication and leadership skills in their first year. Scripps students have ample opportunities to assume leadership positions in service organizations, clubs, and student government.

Laspa Center for Leadership

As Seen at Scripps

Explore our social media for snippets of life at Scripps.

  • Meet our super cute ambassadors! ⭐️ You might see them at your next campus tour, info session, interview, or college fair - be sure to say hi if you do! #ScrippsCollege #ScrippsAdmissions #Claremont #ClaremontColleges #CollegeSearch #WomensCollege #AdmissionsAmbassador

  • HOT SEAT featuring Scripps Associated Students is now on YouTube! 🥵🍗🔥Q&A with Admission Ambassador and Scripps Associated Students President, Melina Durre ‘25 and Scripps Admissions Social Media Intern and Senior Class President, Abbie Oh Arroyo ‘25
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  • Huge shoutout to our incredible student team (including students who aren’t pictured)! From guiding tours to all the work behind the scenes, they do it all. Have an amazing summer! 🫶🏼#ScrippsAdmissions #ScrippsCollege #ClaremontColleges #Claremont

  • Our motto is “Incipit Vita Nova” - here begins new life. Today kicks off an exciting new chapter with the start of the 2024-2025 academic year at #TheClaremontColleges!

  • An optional part of the admissions process, an interview is a great way to discuss your interests, goals, and learn more about Scripps! Transfer and Seniors only - link in bio.
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  • Follow along our stories tomorrow as Admission Counselor, Keila Fisher ‘21, shows us around Admitted Student Day! #Scripps2028 #ScrippsCollege #IGTakeover #AdmittedStudentDay

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  • Taking advantage of the 5C consortium, Malena studies Mandarin through Pomona College. Whether you’re starting fresh or continuing from high school, our placement tests help you find the right level. And don’t worry—resources like language partners and fun events make it an amazing journey.

    Want to know more about the Chinese program? Check out the link in our bio!

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  • Follow along on our stories tomorrow as admission counselor, Keila Fisher ‘21, shows us around Admitted Student Day! #Scripps2028 #ScrippsCollege #IGTakeover #AdmittedStudentDay

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