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description: Introduction from the AuthorMost people smile and nod politely when I tell them I attend Grove City College. They have no idea that my college home, about an hour north of Pittsburgh, ranks just below its Ivy League peers in academic challenges, and just above its state school peers in tuition costs. Then there are others who know the unique combination and can recite the three aspects that make Grove City College—“the academic challenge at amazing value in an authentically Christian environment.” That’s the package, folks. However, the “package” is much more life-changing than a three-point promo, especially if you spend four of your most meaningful years on the Grove City College campus.Founded in 1876 and associated with the Presbyterian Church U.S.A., GCC continues to attract an academically strong Christian youth. A majority of students come from Pennsylvania, Ohio, and New Jersey, however, students from across the nation choose Grove City College as their college home. Often, those students are qualified for an Ivy League environment, but choose the smaller Christian school without jeopardizing their academic dreams.About 30 years ago, the College made news when it chose to forego federal funding rather than comply with invasive government regulation. Since then, “Freedom’s College” has independently followed many of the same government guidelines, but also enjoyed freedom from government probing and control. Despite the lack of federal funds, students get their education at a great price. Grove City College keeps its tuition rates lower than other private schools of its caliber. Even with the addition of several beautiful new campus facilities, the College operates debt-free.The school seal openly advertises the College’s Christian priorities. The pictured Bible truly is “Lux Mea,” or “my light,” for much of the administration, faculty, and student body. Grove City College avoids sectarian associations, but does enforce a code of Christian values. Students are aware of the rules, and frequently comply without complaint.Despite the numerous details included in these pages, no book-tour can replace a campus visit. That said, no campus tour can give you the opinions of so many students. So feel free to browse through their praises and criticisms, and then come to campus to get a complete idea of the college experience here. Grove City College has cultivated thousands of intelligent, Christian, fun, and financially-stable students. Listen to what they have to say.Jessica L. Prol, AuthorGrove City College
language: English
title: Grove City College: Off the Record - College Prowler
titlecomplete: Grove City College: Off the Record - College Prowler
publisher: College Prowler