The student body tends to come mostly from the Midwest United States, though as the school has gained prominence it has gradually
attracted a more geographically and ethnically diverse applicant pool. A 2003 gift of $7
million from an alumnus was specifically established to increase geographic diversity. International students currently make up
about 3% of the student body.In 1995, the college admitted its first women students. Until that year, admission was
available only to men.Profile of 475-member Freshman Class for Fall Quarter, 2004:
- 92% ranked in the top fifth of their high school classes
- 23% ranked in the top three positions of their high school classes
- 267 students were members of honor societies
- 210 participated in music programs
- 157 participated on academic teams
- 270 played varsity sports