Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 80.3%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 79.7%
- Retention Rate
- 87.9%
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 13:1
Outcomes Overview
Grove City graduates enter the workforce with a 93.1% employment rate and median earnings of $57,216 five years out. The college's unique position of accepting no federal financial aid means zero federal loan debt for students. With total costs around $33,660 and 18.78% receiving institutional grants averaging $8,020, most families pay out of pocket or use private loans. Alumni frequently enter business, finance, and conservative politics, leveraging the school's extensive network that includes Vice President Dan Quayle and financial guru Dave Ramsey. The debt-to-earnings ratio is nonexistent due to the no-federal-aid policy. This creates an unusually strong return on investment for families who can afford the upfront costs.