Overview
Enrollment
| Location | Tigerville, South Carolina |
| Online | ngu.edu |
| School Type | Private 4 Year |
| Setting | Distant Rural |
| Religious Affiliation | Southern Baptist |
| Size | Small |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
North Greenville University sits in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains in Tigerville, South Carolina, approximately 20 miles north of Greenville. Originally established in 1892 as North Greenville High School, the institution evolved into a junior college in 1934 before achieving university status in 2006. The private, Baptist-affiliated university operates on a traditional 155-acre campus characterized by brick buildings and rolling lawns, where most undergraduate students reside in on-campus housing. NGU's academic programs emphasize Christian liberal arts education, with notable offerings in business, education, Christian studies, and mass communication. The university competes in NCAA Division II athletics as the Crusaders, participating in the Conference Carolinas.
Ratings
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Academics
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Outcomes
Value
North Greenville University is rated within the lower 46% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 5 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for North Greenville University within the 2025 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#670 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#445 in Best Private Colleges in the U.S.
#8 in Best Colleges in South Carolina
#4 in Best Private Colleges in South Carolina
#32 in Best Value Colleges in South Carolina
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 1010/1250 |
| ACT | 22/28 |
| GPA | 3.84 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Aug 22, 2025 |
| Applicant Competition | Low |
| Application Fee | $35 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $2,240 |
| Other Fees | $150 |
| Room and Board | $11,470 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $4,970 |
| Total One Year Cost | $43,330 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Business | 19% |
| Education | 16% |
| Theology and Religious Vvocations | 13% |
| Liberal Arts and Humanities | 12% |
| Recreation, Leisure and Fitness Studies | 10% |
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Last updated February 24, 2025