Across a myriad of higher education associations and organizations, Grove City College ranks among the best colleges and universities, not only in Pennsylvania and the region, but in the United States. While we tend to measure success by outcomes such as our 96% job and graduate school placement rate for the class of 2016, we are also proud of our other esteemed national rankings, a sample of which are provided below.
Grove City College is highly ranked nationally among private colleges and schools in the Northeast region. The financial news organization cited Grove City College’s excellent return on investment for students. More
Grove City College is one of 300 American colleges and universities that’s worth the investment of time and tuition according to Forbes’ “Best Value Colleges 2016,” which identifies schools that “provide students with the most value for the dollar.” Grove City College is ranked in several categories. More
The College is ranked in the top tier of Best National Liberal Arts Colleges based on a number of factors, including graduation and retention rates, faculty quality, student selectivity, financial resources, assessments by other colleges and high school counselors, and alumni giving. Grove City College posted strong numbers in several categories, including a 92% freshmen retention rate, 85% graduation rate, and the number of freshmen in the top 10% of their high school class. More
Grove City College is #13 on U.S. News & World Report’s list of “Liberal Arts Colleges Where Accepted Students Usually Enroll.” The College’s rate of accepted students who enroll is 48.8%, well above the national average of 29.2%. This indicates that the College is a top choice for most applicants. More
The College was included in Princeton Review's "The 382 Best Colleges," placing Grove City College among the best of the best from more 2,500 four-year colleges and universities and in the top 15% of schools nationally. Overall, the College’s accessibility of professors, academics, and campus quality of life were all in the top 25%. More
Grove City College was identified by the Princeton Review as one of 200 colleges in their “Colleges That Pay You Back: The 200 Best Value Colleges and What It Takes to Get In – 2017 Edition.” The Princeton Review looked at 40 weighted data points – everything from academics, cost, financial aid, and student debt to statistics on graduation rates, alumni salaries, and job satisfaction – and concluded that Grove City College features stellar academics, affordable costs, and strong career prospects for graduates. More
The College was included in Princeton Review's "The 381 Best Colleges," placing Grove City among the best of the best from more 3,000 four-year colleges and universities and in the top 12% of schools nationally. Overall, the College’s accessibility of professors, academics, and campus quality of life were all in the top 25%. More
Grove City College earned an 87 Return on Education rating and secured its position as one of 200 schools with a national reputation that are included in Princeton Review’s “Colleges That Pay You Back: The 200 Best Value Colleges and What It Takes to Get In - 2016 Edition.” Princeton Review used 40 weighted data points – everything from academics, cost, financial aid, and student debt to statistics on graduation rates, alumni salaries, and job satisfaction – to determine the College’s ROE rating. More
Guided by scriptural ethics and Christian teachings, the College’s approach to education yields a 94% freshmen retention rate and an 83% graduation rate, placing it at the top of this regional ranking. More
This ranking highlight intentionally Christian national colleges and universities that excel in categories of personal attention to their students, selectivity, readily available financial aid, and overall student satisfaction. More
Grove City College’s “charming, park-like campus,” “unique and beautiful buildings,” and “traditional yet unique feel … suits its natural surroundings well.” More
This list highlights “schools which have proven to go above and beyond when it comes to students’ academic achievements.” Schools on the list significantly surpassed their predicted graduation rates. Grove City College’s 83% graduation rate is more than 20 points higher than the national average. More
Grove City College was singled out for its aesthetic ethos and commitment to campus beauty. More
Grove City College’s course offerings and outcomes – graduates ranked 11th in the nation for success on the CPA exam. More
Grove City College’s ABET-accredited programs in mechanical engineering and in electrical and computer engineering are among the nation’s best. More
Grove City College’s historical commitment to affordability, coupled with need- and merit-based aid and scholarship opportunities, contributed to this regional distinction. More
Stacked up against national competitors, Grove City College comes out near the top when it comes to value. More
On quality, affordability, value, and outcomes, Grove City College’s Christ-centered learning and living community earns a top spot. More
Grove City College made PayScale’s top 10 list of Best Value National Liberal Arts Colleges. The ranking, which recognizes the College’s record in positive graduate outcomes, is based on PayScale’s College ROI (return on investment) report, which looks at the monetary return on a college education based on the cost of attendance, earning potential of alumni, or a combination of the two. According to PayScale, Grove City College’s ROI is $374,000 over 20 years, the average early career salary is $48,400, and the average mid-career salary is $96,600. More
PayScale Best Value Rankings
Grove City College made PayScale’s top 10 list of Best Value National Liberal Arts Colleges. The ranking, which recognizes the College’s record in positive graduate outcomes, is based on PayScale’s 2016 College ROI (return on investment) report, which looks at the monetary return on a college education based on the cost of attendance, earning potential of alumni, or a combination of the two. According to PayScale, Grove City College’s ROI is $453,000 over 20 years, the average early career salary is $48,100, and the average mid-career salary is $84,700. More PayScale Best Value Rankings
Grove City College is second on College Raptor’s list of 2016 Smartest Choice schools, an exclusive ranking of 43 elite national colleges and universities where students are most likely to get accepted, stay enrolled, and graduate in four years. More
Grove City College received the Christian College of Distinction recognition for the fourth year in a row. Colleges of Distinction stated that Grove City College excels in the “Four Distinctions” of engaged students, great teaching, vibrant communities, and successful outcomes. More
Grove City College ranks sixth among Pennsylvania institutions where students can get the best bang for their buck. Colleges are ranked according to five factors: tuition, scholarship and grant offerings, student living costs, retention rate, and starting salary. More
Business Insider ranked the College #82 on its list of “The 106 smartest Liberal Arts Colleges in America.” Colleges and universities on the list emphasize undergraduate studies in the arts, humanities, natural sciences, and social sciences. More
Business Insider also ranked Grove City College as one of 50 colleges that is “underrated,” a distinction based on a comparison of U.S. News & World Report rankings and mid-career salary data culled from PayScale.com. More
Grove City College is ranked in the top 12% nationally on its “Best Colleges” for your tuition dollars and #7 among Pennsylvania schools. Money looks at educational quality, affordability, and alumni earnings. More
Grove City College’s Newman Club is #28 on Best College Reviews’ list of the “50 Best College Newman Centers.” Newman Centers cater to the needs of Catholic students at colleges and universities across the country.
“The Newman Club at Grove City College is dedicated to educating students of all faith traditions who are interested in the Catholic faith. The club offers fellowship and community for Catholics on campus, opportunity to attend Mass, book clubs, dinners, social events, and regular meetings,” according to Best College Reviews, an online independent college review journal. More
American colleges and universities may be liberal strongholds for the most part, but there are some outstanding institutions of higher learning that still cater to conservative values. Grove City College is ranked #3 on Newsmax's "40 Best Colleges for Conservative Values" list. More
Grove City College is one of the 50 best colleges in Pennsylvania. It earned its place (#17) as one of the Keystone State’s elite schools based on academic quality, affordability, and its “holistic approach” to education. More
Grove City College is ranked as the 8th Most Conservative College in America by Best Colleges. “Grove City College proudly declares that it ‘stands for the principles of smaller government, free markets and Christian values.’ The nonsectarian, Christian college doesn't just stand for these principles but practices them as well.” More
Grove City College is ranked as the 11th Best Small Town College in the U.S.A. by Best Colleges. The website noted Grove City College’s revitalized downtown, which is “bustling with shops and eateries in a safe, neighborly atmosphere.” More
Grove City College is the #1 most affordable college with a high four-year graduation rate. The College’s 78% graduation rate and $14,880 a year tuition secured it the top spot on the 20-school list, ahead of some of the nation’s leading private and public schools. More
Grove City College is ranked sixth out of 25 private schools on a list of Greatest Affordable Colleges in the Northeast by Great Value Colleges. The website cited the College’s high freshmen retention rate and that 96% of alumni are working or in graduate school within six months after graduation. The website also noted that students have many opportunities to join clubs, organizations, and activities on campus. More
Grove City College was ranked as one of the top 20 colleges in the country with the friendliest students by Niche. The website, formerly known as CollegeProwler.com, surveyed over 55,000 current students and recent alumni to find which schools have the friendliest students. More
Consumers Digest Magazine ranked Grove City College the #1 Top Value Rated private liberal arts college in the nation. Consumers Digest selected colleges based on a formula that blended academic excellence of students with the educational quality as assessed by four- and six-year graduation rates. More
Since 2009, the Young America’s Foundation has consistently listed Grove City College as a “Top Conservative College.” The list ranks the overall experience colleges offer and weighs whether an institution provides a holistic conservative experience for students. More