Thiel College

Bachelor of Arts
Master of Science
Master of Arts
M.B.A.

Thiel College is located in the small community of Greenville in Mercer County, Pa. Our campus is a 90-minute drive from both Pittsburgh and Cleveland - vibrant urban centers bustling with opportunity for internships, service learning, educational trips and entertainment - and a 40-minute drive from Youngstown, Ohio.

Thiel's unique location allows our students and visitors to enjoy both the wonders of nature abundant in the western Pennsylvania countryside, including a myriad of outdoor activities, and take advantage of the dynamic cultural experiences offered in nearby cities.

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Rural

Yes

Varies by program.

99% of undergraduate students receive some form of financial assistance

The Thiel College Accessibility Resource Center recognizes disability as a valued aspect of diversity and fosters an inclusive environment for all of the Thiel College community through awareness, accessibility, and empowerment. The office is committed not only to ensuring access, but also to supporting success.

This mission is accomplished by:

• Promoting inclusion within the campus community by creating an open, communicative environment for students, staff and faculty.
• Serving as a resource and providing disability awareness information to the campus community.
• Ensuring that students with disabilities have equal access to take full advantage of Thiel College's educational, social, and cultural opportunities.
• Promoting access to the campus community by facilitating the acquisition and use of assistive technology and the use of universal design.
• Positively influencing the transition, retention, graduation and future success of students with disabilities through individualized, supportive services.
• Facilitating the provision of reasonable academic accommodations.
• Encouraging student development through empowerment, skills-based education, self-advocacy and personal decision making.

At Thiel College, there's something for everyone. With more than 100 clubs, organizations and teams it's easy to find ways to get involved, or better yet - start a new club or activity! Our Greenville, Pennsylvania campus also isn't far from Pittsburgh, Cleveland, and Erie which allows students to explore and pursue a variety of internship opportunities.

There are numerous clubs and organizations on campus, but you can create a new club if you don't find one that interests you. Below are just some of what Thiel currently offers.

Business & Accounting

• Accounting Club
• Greenville Jr. Chamber of Commerce
• Chi Eta Sigma (National Commerce Honorary Society)

Education

• Kappa Delta Pi (International Education Honorary Society)

Humanities

• Art Club
• Book Club
• Thiel Christian Fellowship
• Phi Alpha Theta (International History Honorary Society)
• Sigma Tau Delta (International English Honorary)
• The Spanish Club "El club de español"

Mathematics & Sciences

• Beta Beta Beta (National Biology Honorary)
• Environmental Club
• Exercise Science Club
• Kappa Mu Epsilon (National Mathematics Honorary)
• National Student Speech Language and Hearing Association
• Neuroscience Club
• Nu Rho Psi (National Neuroscience Honorary)

Social Sciences

• Active Minds
• Criminal Justice Club
• Lambda Phi Eta (National Honorary in Speech Communication)
• Lambda Pi Eta (Communications Honorary)
• Psi Chi (National Psychology Honorary)
• Society for Collegiate Journalists
• Student Government Association
• TCTV television station
• The Thielensian (Newspaper)
• WXTC radio station (88.1FM)

Athletics, Health, Fitness & Outdoors

• Chi Alpha Sigma (National College Athlete Honor Society)
• Cycling Club
• Environmental Club
• Equestrian Club
• Fellowship of Christian Athletes
• Intramural Sports
• Outdoor Recreation Club
• Sailing Club
• Student Athlete Advisory Committee (S.A.A.C.)

Performing Arts

• Alpha Psi Omega (National theatre Honor Society)
• Chamber Ensemble
• Chamber Singers
• Choir
• Concert Band
• Handbell Choir
• Jazz Ensemble
• Marching Pride (Band)
• Pep Band
• Music Honorary Society
• Thiel Players (Theatre)

• Winter Guard

Fraternities

• Kappa Sigma
• Phi Theta Phi
• Sigma Phi Epsilon

Sororities

• Alpha Xi Delta
• Chi Omega
• Sigma Kappa
• Zeta Tau Alpha

Other Organizations

• Alpha Chi (National College Honor Scholarship Society)
• Chess Club
• Circle K
• Chi Alpha Epsilon (National Honorary for Academic Achievement)
• Interfraternity Council
• Lambda Sigma (National Sophomore Honorary Society)
• Les Lauries (Senior Honorary)
• LGBTQ+ Alliance
• Lutheran Student Movement (L.S.M.)
• National Society of Leadership and Success
• Order of Omega (Greek Leadership Honorary)
• Organization of Black Collegiates (O.B.C.)
• PanHellenic Council
• Paranormal Club
• Photography Club
• Staff Appreciation Club
• Thiel Activities Board
• Thiel Christian Fellowship
• Thiel Coaster Club
• Thiel Student Support Network
• Women Inspiring the Next Generation (W.I.N.G.)

Thiel College is a Division III school and a member of the President's Athletic Conference. Here, the "student" in student-athlete does more than merely precede "athlete". They are respected for managing rigorous academic challenges and meeting the demands of highly competitive athletic programs.

• Baseball
• Basketball (Men's, Women's)
• Cheer and Dance
• Cross Country (Men's, Women's)
• Equestrian
• Football
• Golf (Men's, Women's)
• Lacrosse (Men's, Women's)
• Soccer (Men's, Women's)
• Softball
• Track and Field (Men's, Women's)
• Tennis (Men's, Women's)
• Volleyball (Men's, Women's)
• Wrestling

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Undergraduate

• Accounting
• Actuarial Studies (B.S.)
• Biochemistry
• Biology - conservation and traditional
• Business Administration - six specialty tracks
• Business Communication (pre-fall 2016)
• Business & Financial Journalism
• Chemistry
• Chemistry - ACS Certified (B.S.)
• Comm. Sciences & Disorders (B.A., B.S.)
• Communication Studies
• Computer Science
• Criminal Justice Studies
• Cytotechnology
• Dual Degree Engineering (3-2 Program)
• Early Childhood/Special Education
• English - literature and writing specializations
• Environmental Chemistry
• Environmental Science (B.S.)
• Exercise Science

• Forensic Accounting
• History
• Information Systems (B.S.)
• International Business
• Mathematics
• Media & Journalism
• Media Communication (pre-fall 2016)
• Medical Technology
• Neuroscience (B.A., B.S.)
• Parish Education
• Philosophy
• Physics (B.S.)
• Political Science
• Psychology - three specialty tracks
• Public Relations, Advertising & IMC
• Religion
• Religion Communication
• Secondary Education - six specialty tracks
• Sociology
• Theology and Youth Ministry

Graduate

• Clinical Mental Health Counseling
• Communication and Leadership
• M.B.A.
• Physician Assistant
• Speech-Language Pathology

Yes

Admission requirements vary by program. Please visit https://www.thiel.edu/graduate-degrees/physician-assistant for specific information.

Undergraduate Programs

Thiel College offers admission on a rolling basis and will review a completed application once official transcripts and official SAT/ACT test scores are received. Decisions are typically made within two weeks. Apply now!

• Apply online using the Thiel College Application
• Download a print application
• Apply using The Common Application

Graduate Programs

The admission process for each of the graduate degree programs at Thiel College varies by program. Visit each program-specific page for application information or contact the Office of Admission at admissions@thiel.edu for questions.

Yes

Thiel College empowers individuals to reach their full potential by creating a diverse and inclusive learning environment that ensures educational excellence, stimulates global awareness, and promotes ethical leadership. In doing so, Thiel prepares students for careers and lives of meaning and purpose.

Thiel College prepares students for careers and lives of meaning and purpose and empowers individuals to reach their full potential in a diverse, equitable, and inclusive learning environment. Promoting educational excellence, innovation, and ethical leadership, the College provides distinctive learning opportunities for students and serves as an asset for the region's social, economic, and educational development.

May courses are on campus
June courses are online

Please refer to our website for current course offerings and schedules.

Mark Funkhouser ′71 (2007–2011), Mayor of Kansas City, Missouri
Shirley M. Frye, mathematics educator, president of the NCTM, and Thiel distinguished alumnus for 1976
Lynn Jones (1979–1986), former Major League Baseball (MLB) player (Detroit Tigers and Kansas City Royals)
Mark Nordenberg (1995-2014), Chancellor, University of Pittsburgh
Tom Regan, professor and writer, animal rights movement
Carl Aaron Swensson, American Lutheran minister; founder of Bethany College
Jack M. Wilson (2003-2011), President, University of Massachusetts
Phyllis Zimmerman, composer, choral conductor

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