GREENVILLE, Pa.—Thiel College has experienced another year of positive enrollment trends, with the release of the Fall 2024 census statistics showing significant growth in new undergraduate students and overall student numbers—highlighted by the growth of its total student population by 12.7% since 2021.
According to the latest figures, the number of new undergraduate students has increased by 9.9%, from Fall 2023 to Fall 2024. According to figures from the National Student Clearinghouse Research Center, undergraduate enrollment at private, nonprofit, four-year grew at just 1.9% in the first half of 2024.
In addition, the total undergraduate and graduate enrollment—encompassing new and returning students—rose by 2.6% from September 2023. In the past year, the total graduate population grew by 15.8% to 117 students.
These gains are evidence of the of the long-term success of the College’s strategic initiatives to attract and retain students, which include the addition of graduate programs in business administration, physician assistant studies and speech-language pathology and the re-launch of the College’s nursing program, Vice President of Enrollment and Financial Aid Ashley Josay Zullo said.
“These enrollment numbers demonstrate the continued appeal of Thiel College’s academic programs, campus life, and our commitment to student success,” Zullo said. “We are thrilled to welcome our new and returning students and excited for the year ahead.”
About Thiel College
Thiel College is an independent college founded in the Lutheran tradition. Located in Greenville, Pa., the College offers 60 majors and minors, 24 varsity sports, and an 11:1 student-faculty ratio. The College is also home to a new Master of Science in speech-language pathology and 2Master of Business Administration. Both master’s degree programs offer innovative and accelerated five-year paths which allow students to earn a bachelor’s and master’s degree in five years. The speech-language pathology program also has an accelerated 15-month graduate-level program. The M.B.A. program also has a 12-month post-graduate program.A dedicated faculty paired with dynamic research and internship opportunities produce numerous graduate school and job placements. Coeducational from its beginnings, the College remains committed to combining tradition with innovation as it celebrates 150 years.