Overview
Enrollment
| Location | Greenville, Illinois |
| Online | greenville.edu |
| School Type | Private 4 Year |
| Setting | Distant Town |
| Religious Affiliation | Free Methodist |
| Size | Small |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Founded in 1892, Greenville University is a private liberal arts institution located in Greenville, Illinois, approximately 50 miles east of St. Louis, Missouri. With a faith-based tradition rooted in the Free Methodist Church, the university emphasizes a Christ-centered educational experience. Situated on a suburban campus distinguished by its red brick buildings, Greenville University offers a variety of undergraduate degrees, with notable programs in digital media, music industry, business management, and education. Greenville University maintains a holistic admissions process that can be described as somewhat selective, taking into account academic achievement, character, and extracurricular involvement. The institution provides a range of housing options, including residential halls and apartment-style living for its student body. Although not primarily known for its athletic prowess, Greenville University participates in NCAA Division III athletics as the Panthers.
In the most recent statistical year 1,275 prospective students applied, and 1,200 were granted admission. Of those admitted 230 enrolled in the school. 888 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 200 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2022/2023, excluding room and board, is $29,998 plus fees of $550. Greenville University is ranked 651 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2024 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
Ratings
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Academics
Resources
Outcomes
Value
Greenville University is rated within the lower 46% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 5 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for Greenville University within the 2024 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#651 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#436 in Best Private Colleges in the U.S.
#35 in Best Colleges in Illinois
#26 in Best Private Colleges in Illinois
#59 in Best Value Colleges in Illinois
View the CollegeSimply ranking methodology.
Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 809/1209 |
| ACT | 15/28 |
| GPA | 3.23 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | - |
| Applicant Competition | Very Low |
| Application Fee | $0 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $900 |
| Other Fees | $550 |
| Room and Board | $9,614 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $2,940 |
| Total One Year Cost | $44,002 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Business | 33% |
| Education | 26% |
| Visual and Performing Arts | 7% |
| Biology | 6% |
| History | 3% |
Questions and Answers
CollegeSimply Advisor posts about Greenville University.
Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=145372 IPEDS survey data for Greenville University.
Current students may use the Greenville University GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.
Last updated February 24, 2024