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Grove City College is a Christian, liberal arts college located in Grove City, Pennsylvania, United States. It was founded in 1876 as the Pine Grove Normal Academy. It was given its present name in the year 1884. The college sits on a rural campus in downtown Grove City. It enrolls more than 2,000 students annually.
Students of Grove City College can choose from courses in the fields of art, literature, science, engineering, mathematics, western civilization, and Biblical revelation. The two schools under this college are:
Grove City College's athletic teams are nicknamed the Wolverines. They are members of the Presidents' Athletic Conference of the NCAA Division III. They participate in football, soccer, tennis, volleyball, cross country, swimming, basketball, baseball, water polo, track, rugby, lacrosse, golf, and softball.
Grove City is found in Grove City, PA. Grove City is a town not particularly near any major cities. Applicants to the school are attracted by its Presbyterian Church (USA) identity. Grove City is a private, not-for-profit institution. Students can earn degrees up to and including the Bachelor's degree at the school.
Grove City is known for its programs in engineering, science, and mathematics.
Admission to the school is not automatic; not everyone who applies gets in. Three quarters of students in 2007-2008 had SAT verbal scores of at least 570. Half of math SAT scores of accepted students fell between 580 and 687.
Students numbered 2,504 in 2007-2008 at the school.
Grove City has a residential or campus feel. The school offers dorm rooms to a higher percentage of its students than do most colleges. Grove City offers students meal plans. The school values student athletics, and belongs to the Presidents' Athletic Conference.
More complete details are provided below.
Grove City College
100 Campus Dr
Grove City, PA 16127-2104
General Phone: (724) 458-2000
http://www.gcc.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts | 135 | English, history, political science, sociology, Spanish language, economics, French language, interdisciplinary studies |
| Business and Management | 116 | marketing studies, entrepreneurship, business and related services, accounting, financial management, international business, managerial economics, business communications |
| Science | 72 | molecular biology, biology, biochemistry, physics, chemistry |
| Engineering | 67 | mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, engineering management |
| Education and Teaching | 53 | elementary school teaching, music teaching, physics teaching, chemistry teaching, early childhood education |
| Media | 40 | communication studies |
| Religion and Philosophy | 27 | religion, philosophy |
| Mathematics | 19 | mathematics |
| Therapy and Counseling | 16 | psychology |
| Computer Science and Engineering | 16 | computer and info science |
| Music | 7 | music, various music studies, music management, music performance |
Number of programs and degrees for Grove City in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 568 | 39 |
In 2007-2008, Grove City had a total enrollment of 2,504 students (2,521 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 51% |
| Women | 49% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
| Part-Time | 0% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 94% |
| Black | 1% |
| Hispanic | 1% |
| Asian | 2% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Unknown | 1% |
| (Foreign Students) | 1% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 1% |
| 18-19 | 46% |
| 20-21 | 44% |
| 22-24 | 8% |
| 25-29 | 0% |
| 30-34 | 0% |
| 40-49 | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 50% |
| Ohio | 12% |
| New York | 7% |
| New Jersey | 5% |
| Maryland | 4% |
| Virginia | 2% |
| New Hampshire | 2% |
| Massachusetts | 2% |
| California | 2% |
| Michigan | 1% |
| Indiana | 1% |
| Colorado | 1% |
| North Carolina | 1% |
| Maine | 1% |
| Florida | 1% |
| Arizona | 1% |
| Minnesota | 1% |
| (International Students) | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 90 % |
Grove City offers campus housing for 2,305 of its 2,521 (full-time) students. Freshmen are required to live on campus.
(Please refer to our profile of Grove City, Pennsylvania for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Pennsylvania Colleges).
The school offers students a meal plan with 21 meals per week.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 1,847 | 1,040 | 56% | 621 | 60% |
| Men | 881 | 526 | 60% | 319 | 61% |
| Women | 966 | 514 | 53% | 302 | 59% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 570 | 702 |
| SAT Math | 580 | 687 |
| ACT Verbal | 25 | 31 |
| ACT Math | 26 | 30 |
| ACT Composite | 26 | 30 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | required |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | recommended |
| Recommendations | required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 89% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 37% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
| Other Standardized Tests | not required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 12,074 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 12,074 |
| Room and board | $ 6,440 |
| Room charge | $ 3,660 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 2,780 |
| Books and supplies | $ 900 |
| Other expenses | $ 850 |
Financial Aid:
Grove City participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 326900)
Athletic Conferences:
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Football | Presidents' Athletic Conference |
| Basketball | Presidents' Athletic Conference |
| Baseball | Presidents' Athletic Conference |
| Track | Presidents' Athletic Conference |
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Business, Management, Marketing & Related Support Services, Other
Business/Corporate Communications
Business/Managerial Economics
Entrepreneurship/Entrepreneurial Studies
Finance and Financial Management Services, Other
International Business/Trade/Commerce
Marketing, Other
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer and Information Sciences, General
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Chemistry Teacher Education
Early Childhood Education and Teaching
Elementary Education and Teaching
Music Teacher Education
Physics Teacher Education
ENGINEERING
Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering
Engineering/Industrial Management
Mechanical Engineering
LIBERAL ARTS
Economics, General
English Language and Literature, General
French Language and Literature
History, General
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other
Political Science and Government, General
Sociology
Spanish Language and Literature
MATHEMATICS
Mathematics, General
MEDIA
Communication Studies/Speech Communication and Rhetoric
MUSIC
Music Management and Merchandising
Music Performance, General
Music, General
Music, Other
RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY
Philosophy
Religion/Religious Studies
SCIENCE
Biochemistry
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Chemistry, General
Molecular Biology
Physics, General
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Grove City Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 3% |  |
| % of degrees in mathematics (vs. all colleges) | Top 6% | |
| Student SAT scores (vs. all colleges) | Top 8% | |
| % of degrees in science (vs. all colleges) | Top 10% | |
| Number of students (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 12% | |
| % of degrees in religion and philosophy (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 15% | |
| Number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 15% | |
| % of accepted students who choose to enroll (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 18% | |
| Male % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 18% | |
| % of degrees in engineering (vs. all colleges) | Top 19% | |
Notable:
Presbyterian Church (USA) affiliation Accepts some high school credits Grants credits for AP courses Career counseling Career services Student employment services Option to study abroad Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing Offers a board (meal) plan NCAA athletic conference member
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