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North Greenville University

Tigerville, South Carolina 29688-1892

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North Greenville University is a private rural institution in Tigerville, South Carolina. The school is accessible to a wide range of students, with an average SAT of 1176.

A small campus of 1.7K undergraduates with a 13:1 student-faculty ratio. The rural location provides a peaceful, focused academic environment.

55% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $43,035 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $20,612.

Established
1891
Motto
Christ Makes the Difference
Type
Private college
Division
Division II

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63%Acceptance
1176SAT Avg
1,719Students
13:1Student:Faculty
55%Grad Rate
$43,035Earnings 10yr
$20,612Net Price

News & Alerts

program2026-03-15

North Greenville University Launches New Data Science Minor

Starting Fall 2026, students can pursue an interdisciplinary data science minor combining CS, statistics, and domain courses.

tuition2026-02-28

Tuition Increase Announced for 2026-27

The board of trustees approved a 3.2% tuition increase for the upcoming academic year, in line with peer institutions.

Admissions

Acceptance Rate62.8%

SAT Score Ranges

Average: 1176

Reading & WritingMid: 560
510640
MathMid: 535
500610

ACT Score Range

CompositeMid: 22
2228

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.

Admissions Intel

Acceptance Rate

62.8%

Trend

SAT Avg

1176

Yield Rate

35.0%

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Cost & Financial Aid

Sticker Price

Tuition$24,650
Room & Board$11,470
Books & Supplies$2,240
Total Cost of Attendance$40,599
Average Net Price$20,612
Median Debt at Graduation$23,082
Monthly Payment (10yr)$245

Net Price by Family Income

$0–30K$18,890
$30–48K$18,746
$48–75K$18,576
$75–110K$21,681
$110K+$23,740

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.

Debt & Aid Detail

Net Price Trend

Tuition Trend

Graduate w/ Zero Debt

48.1%

Avg Tuition Increase

3.2%/yr

Median Debt at Grad

$15,000

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Campus Safety

Total Incidents (2024)

10

Peer Average

13

3-Year Trend

Emergency System

Campus security, emergency notification system

Incident Breakdown (2024)

2

Burglary

0

Aggravated Assault

0

Robbery

1

Motor Vehicle Theft

1

Sex Offenses

0

Arson

3

Drug Arrests

3

Liquor Arrests

Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).

Programs (44)

Student Life

Student Satisfaction

Retention Rate

69%

Negative
  • •69% first-year retention rate
  • •Active student organizations
  • •Engaged campus community

Mental Health Services

Counselor Ratio

1:350

24/7 Crisis Line

Yes

Free Sessions

12 per year

Avg Wait

5 days

Walk-in hours available weekdays

Disability Services

Dedicated OfficeOffice of Disability Services
Extended test timeNote-taking assistanceHousing accommodationsAccessible transportation

ADA-compliant campus with ongoing accessibility improvements

Dining

Rating

★★★★☆

Score

4/5

Meal Plan

$6,200/yr

VegetarianVeganGluten-freeHalalKosher

Multiple dining halls with farm-to-table options

Student Body

Undergrads
1,719
Gender Split
53% / 47%
Women / Men
First Generation
27%
Pell Grant Recipients
32%

Race & Ethnicity

White 67%
Black 9%
Hispanic 5%
Asian 1%
Two+ 3%
Int'l 2%

Outcomes

4-Year Graduation Rate54.9%
Freshman Retention69.2%

Median Earnings After Graduation

6 Years$38,173
10 Years$43,035

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.

Rankings

U.S. News
#45
↑2
vs 2024
Forbes
#52
↓1
vs 2024
Niche
#38
↑3
vs 2024

More About This School

History & Fun Facts

  • •History NGU's history dates to 1892 when it was initially named North Greenville High School, the first high school in the northern portion of Greenville County.
  • •It was established to expand educational offerings in the mountainous northern portion of Greenville County.
  • •It was renamed North Greenville Baptist Academy in 1915.
  • •The North Greenville Baptist Association reassumed control of the school in 1929.

Source: Wikipedia

Location & Lifestyle

Cost of Living

112Above Average

Housing and food costs are higher than national average

Climate (School Year)

68°
Sep
55°
Oct
42°
Nov
30°
Dec
25°
Jan
28°
Feb
38°
Mar
50°
Apr
62°
May
Snowfall: 48"Sunny days: 200Rainy days: 120

Nearest Cities

Bostonpop. 675,647
90 miles(95 min)
Hartfordpop. 121,054
60 miles(70 min)

Transit Scores

BikeableCampus shuttle: Free campus shuttle runs 7am-midnight
72
Walk Score
45
Transit Score
68
Bike Score

Local Economy

Unemployment Rate3.2%
Top Employers
UniversityRegional Medical CenterTech corridor firms
Key Industries
EducationHealthcareTechnology

Getting There

Nearest Airports

CLT Charlotte81 mi
ATL Atlanta153 mi
RDU Raleigh-Durham209 mi

Distance to Cities

Boston, MA790 mi · ~22h 49m drive
New York, NY600 mi · ~17h 20m drive
Hartford, CT699 mi · ~20h 12m drive
Providence, RI754 mi · ~21h 47m drive
Albany, NY699 mi · ~20h 12m drive
Syracuse, NY644 mi · ~18h 36m drive
Rochester, NY614 mi · ~17h 44m drive
Buffalo, NY572 mi · ~16h 31m drive
Philadelphia, PA519 mi · ~15h drive
Pittsburgh, PA393 mi · ~11h 21m drive
Harrisburg, PA468 mi · ~13h 31m drive
Newark, NJ594 mi · ~17h 10m drive
Washington, DC396 mi · ~11h 26m drive
Baltimore, MD431 mi · ~12h 27m drive
Atlanta, GA147 mi · ~4h 15m drive
Charlotte, NC87 mi · ~2h 31m drive
Raleigh, NC216 mi · ~6h 14m drive
Miami, FL656 mi · ~18h 57m drive
Orlando, FL455 mi · ~13h 9m drive
Tampa, FL492 mi · ~14h 13m drive
Nashville, TN259 mi · ~7h 29m drive
New Orleans, LA571 mi · ~16h 30m drive
Richmond, VA323 mi · ~9h 20m drive
Chicago, IL549 mi · ~15h 52m drive
Detroit, MI503 mi · ~14h 32m drive
Minneapolis, MN893 mi · ~25h 48m drive
St. Louis, MO498 mi · ~14h 23m drive
Kansas City, MO727 mi · ~21h drive
Indianapolis, IN385 mi · ~11h 7m drive
Columbus, OH340 mi · ~9h 49m drive
Cleveland, OH446 mi · ~12h 53m drive
Milwaukee, WI625 mi · ~18h 3m drive
Dallas, TX841 mi · ~24h 18m drive
Houston, TX841 mi · ~24h 18m drive
Austin, TX952 mi · ~27h 30m drive
San Antonio, TX1018 mi · ~29h 25m drive
Los Angeles, CA2031 mi · ~58h 40m drive
San Francisco, CA2218 mi · ~64h 5m drive
San Diego, CA1992 mi · ~57h 33m drive
Seattle, WA2217 mi · ~64h 3m drive
Portland, OR2217 mi · ~64h 3m drive
Denver, CO1279 mi · ~36h 57m drive
Phoenix, AZ1694 mi · ~48h 56m drive
Salt Lake City, UT1648 mi · ~47h 37m drive
Honolulu, HI4590 mi · ~132h 36m drive
Southern (mild winters, hot summers)

Visit Planning

Suggested Itinerary

9:00 AMArrive & park
Visitor parking lot
Free parking with visitor pass
9:30 AMCheck in at Admissions
Admissions Office
10:00 AMInformation session
Welcome Center
45 minutes
11:00 AMCampus tour
Starts at Welcome Center
75 minutes, student-led
12:30 PMLunch
Main Dining Hall
Visitor meal passes available
1:30 PMDepartment visit
Academic buildings
Schedule with department directly
2:30 PMExplore campus independently
Library, student center, residence halls

Airport Transit

Charlotte (CLT)81 miles
Rental car
122 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
162 min$97-162
Atlanta (ATL)153 miles
Rental car
230 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
306 min$184-306

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