Fast Facts

About North Greenville

Everything we do at North Greenville University every program, every course, every event—is designed to fulfill our mission: glorifying God by equipping graduates to serve as transformational leaders for church and society. When you choose NGU, you’re choosing more than an academically minded environment. You’re stepping into a community that will join you as you seek His purpose for your life.

40
States Represented
17
Countries Represented
2300+
Total Enrollment

Core Values

Christ-Centered
God’s Son is our reason.

Biblically Faithful
God’s Word is our Standard.

Academically Excellent
God’s honor is our intent.

Mission Focused
God’s glory is our pursuit.

Total Fall 2023 Enrollment: 2,304

284
Graduate Students
279
Online Undergraduate Students
1741
Traditional Undergraduate Students

12:1 Student/Faculty Ratio

Average Class Size

15
Traditional Undergraduate
12
Online Undergraduate
12
Graduate Undergraduate

Gender (Traditional Undergraduates)

49.8%
Female
50.2%
Male

1,211 or 70% of traditional undergraduate students live in residence halls on the Tigerville, SC, campus

Academic Programs

Areas of Academic Study
Includes minors and certificate offerings.

Top Majors by Enrollment

Management: 207
Health Science: 143
Sports Management: 125

Early Childhood Education Studies: 96
Biology: 91
Elementary Education: 73

Geographic Distribution of Traditional Undergraduate Students

South Carolina

72.66%
1,265 students

Close to Home
Nearly three quarters (72.66%) of our traditional undergraduate students are South Carolina residents, bringing their unique local perspectives to our campus community.

Out of State

25.67%
447 students

National Reach
Just over a quarter (25.67%) of our traditional undergraduates come from across the United States, fostering a environment where students from diverse backgrounds come together to learn, grow, and exchange ideas.

International

1.21%
21 students

Global Connections
Twenty-one of our traditional undergrads are international students, adding a global dimension to our classrooms, and fostering cross-cultural exchange and understanding.

2025 Rankings

In today’s interconnected world, choosing the right university is critical for your spiritual, academic and career journey. University rankings offer a quick look at an institution’s strengths, helping you in your decision-making. At North Greenville University, we understand the significance of rankings as a measure of our commitment to academic excellence and life transforming experiences. Explore our latest rankings to make the best decision for your future.

U.S. News & World Report

#6
of 16 South Carolina Regional Universities South
#16
Top Performers on Social Mobility
#34
Best Regional Universities South

Niche

#5
of 23 Best Colleges for Education in South Carolina
#12
of 100 Most Conservative Colleges in America
#44
of 448 Best Colleges for Sports Management in America
#36
Best Colleges for Veterans: US News and World Report
#4 of 30
Most Diverse Colleges in South Carolina: Niche
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