General Information

Catalog 2025-2026

Principia College
One Maybeck Place
Elsah, Illinois 62028
Phone 618.374.2131
FAX 618.374.5122

Equal Opportunity Statement

Principia, a mission-driven institution, believes every person has the right to an equitable and respectful educational environment and workplace. Principia does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnicity, gender (identity or expression), sexual orientation, family status, disability, age, or military or veteran status. 

In hiring, admissions, and related decisions, Principia—as an institution with a religious mission—gives preference, where appropriate, to Christian Scientists.

General Reservation

Principia College reserves the right, as necessary, to withdraw courses, majors, and programs at any time and to change fees, regulations, and calendars affecting admission and registration, requirements affecting graduation and curricula, and any other regulations affecting the student body. Such changes, and the dates they become effective, will be decided by proper college authorities and may affect both present and prospective students.

Accreditation

Principia College is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and has maintained accreditation status consistently since 1923. 

https://www.hlcommission.org ; 800.621.7440