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Guilford College

Greensboro, NC · Private nonprofit · Bachelor's degrees · City

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About Guilford College

Guilford College is a private liberal arts college in Greensboro, North Carolina. It was founded in 1837 by members of the Religious Society of Friends (Quakers). Guilford has both traditional students and students who attend its Center for Continuing Education (CCE). Guilford's program offerings include such majors as Peace and Conflict Studies and Community and Justice Studies, both rooted in the college's history as a Quaker institution. Its campus has been considered a National Historic District by the United States Department of the Interior since 1990. The college is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.

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80%

Acceptance

$22,270

Net price

1,001

Enrollment

46%

Grad rate

Report Card

C+

Academics

Graduation & retention rates

B-

Value

Earnings vs. cost of attendance

C+

Career Outcomes

Graduate earnings after 10 years

B

Affordability

Average net price after aid

C-

Selectivity

How hard it is to get in

A

Diversity

Racial & ethnic balance of students

Grades are computed from official U.S. Department of Education metrics (graduation, cost, earnings, selectivity and student diversity).

Admissions

80%

Acceptance rate

1,105

SAT average

20

ACT midpoint

SAT Reading550650
SAT Math570610
ACT Composite1824

Bars show the middle 50% (25th–75th percentile) of admitted students.

Cost & Financial Aid

$22,270

Average net price

$41,362

In-state tuition

$41,362

Out-of-state tuition

$13,400

Room & board

$1,800

Books & supplies

$55,689

Total cost of attendance

44%

Students receiving Pell grants

51%

Students with federal loans

$26,000

Median student debt

Average net price by family income

$0–30K
$18,367
$30–48K
$22,825
$48–75K
$34,680
$75–110K
$49,275
$110K+
$49,368

Net price is the average annual cost after grants and scholarships for federally-aided students.

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After Graduation

$47,590

Median earnings (10 yrs)

$40,401

Median earnings (6 yrs)

46%

Graduation rate

65%

Retention rate

73%

Earn more than a HS grad

$8,232

Instructional spend / student

Student Body

1,001

Total enrollment

2%

Part-time

22

Avg. age at entry

26%

First-generation

Gender balance

48% women
52% men

Race & ethnicity

White
45%
Black
29%
Hispanic
16%
Two or more races
5%
Asian
2%
American Indian / Alaska Native
1%

Guilford College FAQ

Is Guilford College a public or private school?

Guilford College is a private nonprofit institution located in Greensboro, NC.

What is the acceptance rate at Guilford College?

Guilford College has an acceptance rate of 80%, based on the latest U.S. Department of Education data.

How much does Guilford College cost?

The average annual net price at Guilford College is $22,270 — the typical cost after grants and scholarships for federally-aided students. Published tuition is $41,362.

What is the graduation rate at Guilford College?

About 46% of students at Guilford College complete their degree, according to federal completion data.

How much do Guilford College graduates earn?

Ten years after enrolling, Guilford College students earn a median of $47,590 per year.

What SAT or ACT scores do you need for Guilford College?

Admitted students at Guilford College have an average SAT score of 1,105 and an ACT midpoint of 20. Requirements vary, so check the school's admissions office for the latest.

How many students attend Guilford College?

Guilford College enrolls about 1,001 students.

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