At a Glance
Greensboro College is a small private nonprofit university in Greensboro, NC. Approximately 708 undergraduates are enrolled. Admissions are accessible with a 70% acceptance rate. Belews Lake is about 17 miles from campus. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 44/100 (Less Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.
This school does not require standardized test scores for admission. SAT and ACT submissions are optional.
Location
Greensboro, NC
Campus Identity
Greensboro College is a small private nonprofit university in Greensboro, NC. Approximately 708 undergraduates are enrolled. Admissions are accessible with a 70% acceptance rate. Belews Lake is about 17 miles from campus. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 44/100 (Less Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.
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Campus Lifestyle
Greensboro College is a under 1,000, urban school with NCAA D3 athletics. The campus is 168 miles from Ocean Drive Beach, SC and 95 miles from Liberty Mountain Snowflex Centre.
Athletics
NCAA D3
USA South Athletic
School Size & Setting
Under 1,000
Urban setting
Beach Access
168 miles
Ocean Drive Beach, SC
Weather
Warm Climate
54°F avg school-year
Nearby Ski Resorts
Greensboro College students have access to 3 ski resorts within driving distance. The closest is Liberty Mountain Snowflex Centre, 95 miles away with 1 lifts and 2 skiable acres. All are within 113 miles of campus.
Virginia
North Carolina
North Carolina
Nearest Beach
Students at Greensboro College are 168 miles from Ocean Drive Beach, SC.
Ocean Drive Beach, SC
Ocean access within 168.3 miles
Nearby Lake
Belews Lake is 17 miles from campus, giving Greensboro College students access to boating, swimming, and waterfront recreation.
Belews Lake
Lake access within 16.7 miles
Average Monthly Temperature
1991–2020 Climate Normals · Greensboro, NC
Greensboro has a mild climate, with winters averaging 40°F in Jan and summers peaking around 79°F in Jul.
Station: GREENSBORO PIEDMONT TRIAD INTERNATIONAL Airport · Source: NOAA NCEI
On Campus Safety Score
2021–2023 U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security data normalized per 1,000 students
Greensboro College in NC earns a composite safety score of 44/100, rated Less Safe among U.S. colleges.
On Campus Safety data from the U.S. Dept. of Education Clery Act Database, normalized per 1,000 enrolled students. Higher scores indicate a safer environment. Review detailed data on the U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security website.
Cost Breakdown
2024-25 academic year. Tuition: College Scorecard. Fees and room & board: IPEDS/NCES.
| Cost Item | Annual Cost |
|---|---|
| Tuition | $21,000 |
| Room & Board | $12,324 |
| Total Estimated Cost | $33,324 |
What students actually pay after grants and scholarships. Source: College Scorecard.
Fields of Study
40 programs offered
Most Popular Programs
Bar width proportional to graduates per year. Earnings = median 4 years after graduation.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect graduates working and not enrolled full-time. Data suppressed (shown as —) for programs with fewer than 30 graduates. Most recent available year.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Greensboro College located?
Greensboro College is located in Greensboro, NC. The main campus address is 815 W Market St, Greensboro, NC. It is a private institution offering 4-year degree programs.
What is the acceptance rate at Greensboro College?
Greensboro College has an acceptance rate of 70%, making it moderately selective. Out of 3,932 applicants, 2,758 were admitted in the most recent year. 708 enrolled.
How many students attend Greensboro College?
Greensboro College enrolls 708 undergraduates. That figure counts degree-seeking undergraduate students across all years, not just the incoming class, and it excludes graduate students. Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
How much does it cost to attend Greensboro College?
For the 2024-25 academic year, Greensboro College charges $21,000/year in tuition. Including room and board ($12,324/year), the total estimated cost is approximately $18,960/year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $17,882/year — what students actually pay. Use Greensboro College's net price calculator for a personalized estimate.
What NCAA division is Greensboro College in?
Greensboro College competes in NCAA Division III, part of the USA South Athletic. Division III programs compete without athletic scholarships and emphasize academics alongside varsity sport.
Is Greensboro College the right fit for me?
Whether Greensboro College is right for you depends on your academic goals, budget, lifestyle preferences, and career aspirations. Key factors to consider: admissions selectivity (70% admit rate), avg net price ($17,882/year after aid), campus culture in Greensboro, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh Greensboro College against similar schools side-by-side.
Tuition: College Scorecard (2024-25). Fees, room & board, and other data: IPEDS/NCES 2024. Always verify with Greensboro College directly for the most current information.
Quick Facts
- Type
- Private
- Location
- Greensboro, NC
- Size
- Under 1,000
- Degrees Offered
- Bachelor's, Master's
- NCAA
- NCAA D3
- Conference
- USA South Athletic
- School Year Weather
- Warm · 54°F avg
- On Campus Safety Score
- 44/100
- Nearest Airport
- Greensboro, NC (GSO) · 8 mialso INT (24 mi), DAN (43 mi)