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Summary
Geneva College is a private institution that was founded in 1848. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 1,416, its setting is suburban, and the campus size is 110 acres. It utilizes a semester-based academic calendar. Geneva College's ranking in the 2013 edition of Best Colleges is Regional Colleges (North), 20. Its tuition and fees are $23,330 (2011-12).
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Geneva College challenges students every day so that they can meet the challenges of the future. And succeed. In all fields of study - from accounting to education, from cardiovascular sciences to engineering - Geneva offers distinctive and innovative programs that place students at the forefront of higher learning. And the school's liberal arts core curriculum fosters a breadth of knowledge through the study of humanities, the social and natural sciences, and biblical studies, as well as experiential learning. Geneva also presents a wealth of academic options and opportunities with over 30 undergraduate majors and seven master's degree programs. Experienced and accomplished professors in every department challenge students with rigorous scholarship built on the foundation of Christian values. Over 50% of Geneva seniors typically have jobs or are admitted to grad school before they graduate and 80-92% of Geneva students are either working or in grad school within six months after graduation. A great majority of Geneva students - 70% - complete internships during the course of their study. Founded in 1848 by the Reformed Presbyterian Church of North America, the college's academics are accompanied by a full integration of faith and learning in every aspect of student life. The faculty, administration and staff are committed to developing the abilities of students to their fullest while challenging them to be all that God created them to be. Success at Geneva means more than preparation for a career - it means being prepared for a life of service to God. Geneva's 55-acre campus is located in Beaver Falls, PA, about 35 miles north of Pittsburgh. The school is accredited by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools and is a founding member of the Council of Christian Colleges and Universities (CCCU). Geneva College invites students to accept the challenge of academically excellent Christian scholarship. |
General Information
| School type | private, coed college |
| Year founded | 1848 |
| Religious affiliation | Reformed Presbyterian of N.A. |
| Academic calendar | semester |
| Setting | suburban |
| 2011 Endowment | N/A |
Applying
When applying to Geneva College, it's important to note the application deadline is rolling. Scores for either the ACT or SAT test are due March 1. The application fee at Geneva College is $40. It is less selective, with an acceptance rate of 78.8 percent.
For more information about the tests, essays, interviews, and admissions process, visit the Applying to College knowledge center.
| Selectivity | less selective |
| Fall 2011 acceptance rate | 78.8% |
| Application deadline | rolling |
| SAT/ACT scores must be received by | March 1 |
Academic Life
The student-faculty ratio at Geneva College is 13:1. The most popular majors at Geneva College include: Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services; Engineering, General; Education; Public Administration and Social Service Professions; and Youth Ministry. The average freshman retention rate, an indicator of student satisfaction, is 76.2 percent.
Student Life
Geneva College has a total undergraduate enrollment of 1,416, with a gender distribution of 46.5 percent male students and 53.5 percent female students. Geneva College is part of the NCAA III athletic conference.
| Total enrollment | 1,705 |
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| Undergraduate men who are members of a fraternity | N/A |
| Undergraduate women who are members of a sorority | N/A |
| Collegiate athletic association | NCAA III |
Campus Info & Services
Geneva College offers a number of student services including health service and health insurance. Geneva College also offers campus safety and security services like 24-hour foot and vehicle patrols, late night transport/escort service, 24-hour emergency telephones, lighted pathways/sidewalks, and controlled dormitory access (key, security card, etc). Alcohol is not permitted for students of legal age at Geneva College.
| Students who have cars on campus | N/A |
| Health insurance offered | Yes |
| Students required to own/lease a computer | No |
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Paying for School
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| Tuition and fees | $23,330 (2011-12) |
| Room and board | $8,560 (2011-12) |
| Financial aid statistics | N/A |
* Overview details based on 2011 data
