What is Geneva College?
Geneva College has been providing academically excellent, Christ-centered and affordable education to students for over 175 years. Since opening its doors on Thursday, April 20, 1848, the College’s dedication to educating students—traditional, adult learners and graduate—without regard to gender, race or creed has earned Geneva a well-deserved reputation for accessibility.
What division does Geneva College compete in?
Geneva College participates in the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Division III. Geneva is also a member of the National Christian Colleges Athletic Association (NCCAA).
What conference does Geneva College compete in?
Geneva College is a member of the Presidents’ Athletic Conference. All schools within the Presidents’ Athletic Conference are located within a 90-mile radius of Beaver Falls, PA.
Why should I participate in athletics at Geneva College?
Geneva College encourages its students to participate in intercollegiate athletics. Our faculty and staff believe that collegiate athletics challenge men and women to grow as people. It is also the College's hope that participating in collegiate athletics will lead students down the path of Jesus Christ. Athletics is an important part of the academic experience at Geneva as it promotes leadership, discipline, responsibility and teamwork.
President Troup writes that “We set high standards for every Geneva student-athlete and team. One, as a Christian college, we expect our student-athletes and teams to develop the self-control of heart, mind, soul, and strength that leads to excellent performance, combined with the compelling intensity Jesus Christ demonstrated; two, we expect our athletes and teams to grow and improve in preparation and competitive performance on a day-to-day basis; and three, we expect relentless heart in the crucible of competition. These principles lead to excellence in class, in competition, and in the conduct of our lives.”
What does Geneva College offer that other schools do not?
Geneva College offers a student-focused, comprehensive education that emphasizes Christ and is recognized globally. You can check out Geneva's various recognitions at: http://www.geneva.edu/excellence/ Geneva also offers competitive sport teams with coaches who strive to keep the development of their student-athletes at the center of their work. Additionally, the College offers top-notch athletic facilities, strong support from the campus community and an environment that allows students to succeed.
What do I need to know about the admissions process at Geneva College?
It’s relatively easy!
What do I need to know about financial aid at Geneva College?
The athletic department and its coaches have no involvement with your financial aid at Geneva College. In order to get more information about financial aid you can visit https://www.geneva.edu/financial-aid/tug-financial-aid or contact them at: 724-847-6530 or finaid@geneva.edu
Additionally, it is recommended that you look at the net price calculator to provide you with an accurate example of your financial aid package. The calculator can be found at: http://www.geneva.edu/student-financial-services/financial-aid/calculator/
How do I visit Geneva College?
Visiting Geneva is easy! We host personal visits any weekday at Geneva, and we offer specialty and group visits as well. You can find the information for our visit days at: http://www.geneva.edu/admissions/visit/ OR you can email, text or call a coach to set up a visit.
How do I commit and sign to play at Geneva College?
Committing to play at Geneva College is very easy. After being accepted to Geneva College you can contact the coach about committing to us.
Who is my admissions counselor?
At Geneva, admissions counselors are assigned to you based on your geographical locations. You can find out who your counselor is by looking at: http://www.geneva.edu/admissions/counselors/ or by emailing admissions@geneva.edu
Does Geneva College offer the major I want?
Most likely, we do! Geneva offers over 195+ undergraduate majors and programs of study. All majors and programs can be found using this link: http://www.geneva.edu/academics/majors/
What are the SAT, ACT and CLT test score requirements for admission to Geneva College?
Geneva College does not publish minimum test score requirements for their admissions process. Instead, the Admissions Office looks at many different factors when admitting students to Geneva. Some of these factors include, but aren’t limited to: Overall GPA, SAT, ACT, and/or CLT test scores, AP courses, honors courses, community service participation, church involvement, etc.
What is the enrollment and class size at Geneva College?
The total enrollment at Geneva College is a little over 1300 students. Our student to faculty ratio is 13 to 1. The average class size at Geneva is 13 students per class.
What is student life like at Geneva College?
Geneva College’s Center for Student Engagement hosts over 350 activities every school year. A good overview of the CSE can be found at: http://www.geneva.edu/cse/ There many types of activities each year, including leadership development opportunities, outdoor adventure trips, service opportunities, and many more! You're sure to find something on campus that you really enjoy if you are willing to step out of your comfort zone.
What is the job and/or graduate school placement rate at Geneva College?
Currently, 93% of Geneva College graduates are either working full-time or enrolled in a graduate school program within six months after graduation.
Do I have to be a Christian to play at Geneva College?
No, Geneva College is an open enrollment institution that does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, sex, disability, and national or ethnic origin in the administration of its educational policies, admissions policies, scholarships and loan programs, and athletic and other school-administered programs.
