Guilford College is a private nonprofit 4-year college in Greensboro, North Carolina with 1,001 undergraduates. It admits 80% of applicants, costs an average of $22,813 a year after grants and graduates 43% of its students.
Figures from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, released October 15, 2026. What each number covers.
Guilford College acceptance rate and admissions
Guilford College admitted 80% of applicants for fall 2024. The median acceptance rate at 4-year colleges is 77%.
Test scores: Considered but not required (as reported for fall 2024 admission). That means you can apply without SAT or ACT scores. Check the admissions office for the current policy.
The colored band is the middle 50% of enrolled students in fall 2024 (reading and writing 550 to 650, math 570 to 610). The tick marks the typical 4-year college. Check how your scores fit.
Guilford College application deadlines 2026-27
| Round | Deadline |
|---|---|
| Early decision | Nov 15, 2026 |
| Early action | Dec 10, 2026 |
| Regular decision | Jan 15, 2027 |
Next deadline: Early decision, Nov 15, 2026. Application fee through the Common App: free for U.S. applicants. Confirm dates on Guilford College’s admissions page; see every college on the deadline calendar.
Source: Common App 2026-27 first-year deadlines, fees and requirements grid, updated Sep 25, 2026.
Guilford College tuition, cost and net price
| Tuition and fees (2025-26) | $42,320 |
|---|---|
| On-campus housing and food (2025-26) | $13,750 |
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $56,920 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $22,813 |
Students who get federal aid pay an average of $22,813 a year after grants and scholarships, $34,107 less than the full cost of attendance.
What families pay, by income
Average yearly cost after grants for aided first-time students, by family income (2024-25):
Your own price depends on your family's full situation. Run Guilford College's net price calculator for a personal estimate, or make a "what it costs us" card.
Guilford College graduation rate, earnings and debt
- 43% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years (students who started in 2019).
- Former students earned a median of $52,803 a year, 10 years after they started (students who received federal aid and were working).
- Students who completed left with a median of $22,660 in federal student loans.
Earnings compared
Debt compared
Median debt is 43% of median earnings 10 years after entry. Many advisers suggest keeping total student debt below one year of expected pay. See the monthly payment.
Guilford College majors and what graduates earn
Guilford College awarded bachelor's degrees in 37 fields recently. The best-paid graduates four years out came from accounting ($67,698).
All 37 majors at Guilford College
Four-year earnings: graduates of 2017-18 and 2018-19, measured in 2022 and 2023, in 2024 dollars. Fields with few graduates have no published earnings.
Graduate programs at Guilford College
3 graduate programs awarded degrees recently. Largest first.
Show 3 graduate programs
| Program | Degree | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Business administration | Master's | 16 | n/a | n/a |
| Kinesiology and exercise science | Master's | 5 | n/a | n/a |
| Criminal justice | Master's | 4 | n/a | n/a |
Students and location
- 1,001 degree-seeking undergraduates (fall 2024)
- 48% women, 52% men
- 12 students for every faculty member
- Setting: large city
- Accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at Guilford College?
Guilford College admitted 80% of applicants for fall 2024, according to the U.S. Department of Education.
How much does Guilford College cost?
Tuition and fees for 2025-26 are $42,320. After grants and scholarships, aided students paid an average net price of $22,813 a year in 2024-25.
What SAT score do you need for Guilford College?
The middle 50% of enrolled students scored 550 to 650 in reading and writing and 570 to 610 in math, and 18 to 24 on the ACT. Scores inside these ranges are typical for admitted students.
Is Guilford College test-optional?
For fall 2024 admission, Guilford College reported that test scores were: considered but not required. Policies change, so confirm with the admissions office.
What is the graduation rate at Guilford College?
43% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years.
How much do Guilford College graduates make?
Former students who received federal aid earned a median of $52,803 a year 10 years after they started, in 2024 dollars.
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Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard, data release of October 15, 2026. What each figure means and the year it covers.