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Greenville University

Greenville, IL·Private nonprofit·873 students
Last updated: March 21, 2026

A good fit for students who want accessible admissions and students who want small classes and close faculty access. no major red flags in the data. financial aid brings net price below sticker.

95%
Accept
873
Students
$21,270
Net Price
51%
Grad Rate
$39,900
Earnings
10 yr
$15,000
Debt

About This School

Greenville University is a private nonprofit institution located in Greenville, Illinois with approximately 873 undergraduate students enrolled. Greenville University has an open or accessible admissions process, with an acceptance rate of 95%. The average net price after financial aid is $21,270 per year. The graduation rate is 51%, and the typical graduate earns $39,900 within 10 years of enrollment.

Greenville University is a private university in Greenville, Illinois, United States. It is affiliated with the Free Methodist Church. Established as Greenville College in 1892, the institution was renamed Greenville University in 2017.

The numbers tell a mixed story here: the 51% graduation rate means roughly half of students who start don't finish, and that's a real concern worth taking seriously before enrolling. On the positive side, median debt at graduation is a relatively low $15,000, and the Faith-centered, small-campus environment (under 900 students) may genuinely suit students looking for tight-knit community over academic prestige. That said, median earnings of $39,900 a decade out are modest, so if return on investment is a priority, this school demands a hard look at your specific program and career goals.

Founded
1892
Setting
Distant town

Popular Programs

Business & Marketing24%
Education18%
Visual & Performing Arts8%
Biological Sciences8%
Psychology7%
Mathematics2%
Engineering1%
English1%

Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.

Admissions

SAT Scores

Average Composite1034
Reading 75th %ile608
Math 75th %ile611

ACT Scores

Midpoint Composite18

Cost & Financial Aid

In-State Tuition
$30,598
Out-of-State Tuition
$30,598
Avg Net Price
$21,270
after aid

Financial Aid

Students receiving Pell Grants38%
Median debt at graduation$15,000

Full Cost

After Graduation

Graduation Rate
51%
within 6 years
Retention Rate
70%
freshmen returning
Earnings (10 yr)
$39,900
after enrollment
Median Debt
$15,000
at graduation

Will This School Pay Off?

Median Debt
$15,000
at graduation
Earnings (6 yr)
$33,200
after enrollment
Earnings (10 yr)
$39,900
after enrollment
Earnings-to-Debt Ratio: 2.7x

Solid return. Earnings outpace debt, though major choice matters.

Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. These are means across all graduates, not specific to any major.

Student Body

White59%
Black14%
Hispanic/Latino8%
Asian1%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (873 undergraduates).

Contact & Location

Address

Greenville University

315 E. College Ave.

Greenville, IL 62246

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Sources & Methodology

Data

Primary data source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Accessed via automated sync. Latest values may come from different reporting years depending on the metric.

Contextual Enrichment

School overview from Wikipedia. Used for context only, not as a primary data source for admissions, cost, or outcomes claims.

Important Caveats
  • Earnings figures are institution-level averages, not major-specific.
  • Some metrics are based on Title IV financial aid recipients only.
  • Some values may be privacy-suppressed or rolled up by the Department of Education.
  • Contact the school directly for current admissions requirements and costs.
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