Thiel College
About Thiel College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Thiel College is a private university in Greenville, PA. It has a 82.3% acceptance rate and a 43.3% graduation rate, serving approximately 776 students.
Founded
1866
Location
Greenville, Pennsylvania
Students
905
Institution
Private
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
71.6%
Moderately selective
Graduation Rate
48.7%
Below national average
Tuition
$38,344
Per year
Avg Net Price
$22,347
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not Considered
Test-blind. Grades and essays decide
Median Earnings
$49,714
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Selective
71.6 out of 100 applicants get in
How to Apply
Test Policy
Test Blind
Application Fee
Free
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
With a 71.6% acceptance rate, Thiel College admits most students who meet the academic standards. Focus on putting together a complete, thoughtful application.
SAT Scores
N/A
Not reported
ACT Scores
21/ 36
Average: 21 out of 36
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Below Average
48.7% complete their degree within six years
Retention
73.3%
4-Year Grad
41%
6-Year Grad
47%
Teaching Quality
11:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
67.4%
$/Student
$9.8K
Class Size
Medium
The 41% graduation rate is below average, but 73.3% of freshmen return for year two. Students are staying, even if completion takes longer than four years.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$38,344
Annual Tuition
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$15,504
Books & Supplies
$1,300
Total Cost of Attendance
$53,202
After Financial Aid
$22,347
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$17,247
Receive Grants
40.8%
Take Loans
78.8%
The total cost of attendance runs about $53,202/yr, including $15,504 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $22,347.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at Thiel College fund their education.
While in School
40.8%
Get Grants
Free money
78.8%
Take Loans
Must repay
$53,480
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$27,000
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$286/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The $27,000 median debt is above average, but graduates earn $50K within ten years. The numbers suggest the investment pays off for most students.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Thiel College.
Gender
48.1%
Female
52%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
788
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
117
Graduates
31.6%
First-Gen
19 yrs
Avg Age
2%
Age 25+
The campus has a balanced gender split (48% women, 52% men). 31.6% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
Town: Distant
Campus Quick Facts
788
Students
private
Institution
Small
Campus Size
Baccalaureate
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
No
Evening College
No
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
No
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Thiel College fields 11 varsity teams with 458 student athletes, about 58% of the student body.
Division
NCAA
Division III with football
Conference
Presidents'
The league its teams compete in
Varsity Sports
11
Biggest: Football
Student Athletes
458
58% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
71% / 29%
327
Men
131
Women
10
Men's Teams
8
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Thiel Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$49,714
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Business Administration, Management and Operations
$44K
43 grads
1yr Earnings
Psychology, General
$26K
15 grads
1yr Earnings
Biology, General
—
14 grads
Special Education and Teaching
$44K
13 grads
1yr Earnings
Criminal Justice and Corrections
$34K
8 grads
1yr Earnings
Neurobiology and Neurosciences
—
7 grads
Graduates earn about $41K six years out, growing to $50K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.
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Data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard Some figures may reflect prior academic years. Our editorial team reviews and updates college profiles to ensure accuracy. If you notice outdated information, please let us know.