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Student Checklist

Junior Year

Encourage your child to work hark hard to improve poor grades and/or maintain good grades. This year’s academic record will go a long way toward either helping or hurting your child’s chances of gaining admission to his/her schools of choice.

Continue to search online and request literature, including application forms and financial aid information, from your child’s top college choices. Visit colleges, tour campus, pick up an admissions packet, and meet with faculty and advisors.

Begin researching and applying for scholarships. Websites like FastWeb.com, FindTuition.com, and Scholarships.com offer thousands of scholarships to students every year. Check with a guidance counselor and community organizations for local scholarship sources.

Take the SAT or ACT. Taking tests early provides the opportunity to retest later if necessary.

Encourage your child to practice writing essays and ask appropriate individuals to review them.

“We found that, in every aspect, from campus life to spiritual priorities, to intentional investment in the students by faculty and staff, Greenville College was a safe place for Caleb to be challenged and encouraged to become all that he had the potential to be and do.”

— Dave and Shelly RomoserCaleb Romoser ‘12Spanish EducationEdwardsville, Illinois

Average Time to Completion: Private vs. PublicResearch shows students who attend private colleges such as Greenville often reach their educational goals and enter the workforce with a completed degree in four years, while it often takes students at state institutions five or six years to finish a degree.

Avoid Sticker Shock It’s vital to consider the final cost of education after financial aid has been awarded. Why? Because 96 percent of our students receive some form of financial aid. A typical financial aid package for a Greenville student amounts to $19,978 – which makes Greenville extremely affordable!

An investment in Greenville is an investment in your child’s future. Because Christ is at the core of who we are, our students undergo transformation for lives of character and service. This experience strengthens their faith and introduces them to lifelong friends – and life-changing opportunities.

For tuition and fees, financial aid offerings, application instructions and helpful resources, go to greenville.edu/financialaid or call us at 800-345-4440.

Foundational Skills – For LifeThe average college student changes majors three times and the average graduate goes through six careers. That’s why it’s essential to distinguish between the colleges that will provide job preparation only and those that will provide career and life preparation.

We teach the transferable skills, such as writing, communication, teamwork, learning how to learn, critical thinking, and problem solving. These skills make our graduates extremely adaptable and effective in whatever they do.

Environment Does MatterResearch shows that during college, students

experience a significant “search for identity.” College years are critical in determining the value structure by which students will live as adults. These people who will have a direct influence upon your student – the people of Greenville – are honest, humble, compassionate, and courageous.

“My parents were hesitant to send me so far away from home, but after visiting campus, we knew this was the place God had in mind for me. I’ve developed godly and spiritually encouraging relationships that I know will last forever. I know I’m exactly where I need to be and my parents feel at peace about me being at Greenville.”

— Ali Lund ‘15Music MajorParker, Colorado

COLLEGE SEARCH TIPS

Have an open dialogueCommunication between you and your student is key throughout the college search process. Encourage your student to explore a variety of colleges and share opinions openly and honestly.

Stay organizedHelp your student plan ahead by knowing dates and deadlines for standardized tests, applications, FAFSA and scholarships. Work with your student to gather materials, take practice tests and file the appropriate paperwork on time.

Encourage academic challengesHaving a high GPA is great, but completing advanced coursework will ultimately help students be better prepared in college-level courses. Encourage your student to take AP classes when possible and to stay focused during his or her senior year.

Find the right fitEncourage your student to think about what he/she wants in a college – big or small, urban or rural, academic programs and overall experience.

Plan a campus visitThe best way to get the real campus experience is to visit. Plan to visit while students are on campus and classes are in session. If possible, take

the opportunity to talk to professors and students about their experiences. Go to greenville.edu/visit for details about visiting Greenville College.

Talk with parents of current college studentsTalking with friends who have been through the college search process can be extremely beneficial. They can share their experiences, tips they wish they knew earlier and questions to ask admissions and financial aid counselors.

Research careersWhile your student may not have chosen a career, an ongoing dialogue might help him or her narrow down the field. You can assist with researching careers and looking up major and minor requirements at different schools. Go to greenville.edu/academics to view Greenville College majors and minors.

Explore leadership opportunitiesCollege admissions counselors love to see students become leaders. Encourage your student to get involved with a community or school-related program that interests him or her such as drama, the school newspaper, or philanthropic activities.

Look beyond the rankingsWhile ranking can be helpful at a glance, be sure to evaluate curriculum, diversity, educational opportunities, and other criteria that you and your student find important.

Focus on Student Success

Our campus-wide focus on student success is backed up by:

academic success

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Safety

Greenville provides a safe, small-town setting for students to learn and grow. To ensure your child feels safe and comfortable on campus, we utilize:

More information about campus safety can be found at greenville.edu/student_life/campus_safety

“The professors at

Greenville protect,

teach, challenge and

encourage their students.

Many of them have taken

me in and taught me

both inside and outside

the classroom. They

set a wonderful faith

example.”

— Brittney Gilleland ’14, Ministry Major

Brighton, Illinois

“Our son (‘07) and daughter (‘13) are the third generation of our family to attend Greenville College. They have both grown spiritually,

academically, and have developed lifelong relationships with fellow student and members of the faculty.”

— Al and Lorianne Sample,Sherman, Illinois

Admission RequirementsEach application is evaluated individually. We review all aspects of the application before making an admission decision. Generally, we look for the following:

High School Coursework RecommendationsCompleting a college preparatory curriculum in High School will ensure a smooth transition to college. The chart below is our recommendation for high school students but is not required for admission. Certain degree programs may have additional course recommendations – contact your admissions counselor for more information.

SUBJECT RECOMMENDED YEARS

AboutGreenville College is a four-year accredited Christian liberal

Student-Faculty Ratio18-1

Faculty

AccreditationGreenville College is a fully accredited Christian college. For a full list of our accreditations, visit greenville.edu/accreditation.

Office of Admissions315 E. College Avenue

Greenville, IL 62246

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