Maryville College is a liberal arts college institution in Maryville, established in 1819. Maryville College is a private liberal arts college founded in 1819 in Maryville, Tennessee. With approximately 1,147 undergraduates and a 12:1 student-faculty ratio, it emphasizes comprehensive liberal arts education, requiring senior theses and comprehensive exams. The college is affiliated with the Presbyterian Church (USA) and competes in NCAA Division III athletics.