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Where is Montreat College? 

Montreat College is located in Montreat in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains of Western North Carolina.The scenic main campus is nestled into sloping woods just 15 miles east of Asheville and three miles from I-40. Additional campuses are located in Black Mountain, with adult study campuses in Asheville and Charlotte.   Get directions to Montreat  or take a virtual tour.

Definitely. We challenge our students to integrate Christian faith, learning, and life.Read our mission statement and take a look at the opportunities for Christian growth and service available. Montreat is a Christ-centered liberal arts college in the Presbyterian and Reformed tradition and the only member institution of the Council of Christian Colleges and Universities in North Carolina.

Is it affiliated with Billy Graham?

Not directly, although Ruth Bell Graham was an alumna and an honorary member of our Board of Trustees. The steeple and prayer room of the Chapel of the Prodigal are named in her honor, and the L. Nelson Bell Library is named in honor of her father. The Grahams' home is in Montreat.

What’s so special about Montreat College?

Strong and varied academic programs, Christ-centered focus in all areas, and a breathtaking location in the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains: Montreat College is known for the strength of its degree programs as well as the beauty of its mountain valley location. From the classroom to the lab, from the athletic field to the residence hall, we seek to integrate learning with faith. And with a student/faculty ratio of 12:1, students benefit from personal attention from their professors both in and out of the classroom. Read our mission statement.

What's the size of the student body?

In the 2007-08 year our enrollment was 1036; 461 of those students are on the main campus in the School of Arts & Sciences, while 575 are enrolled in Masters and Evening programs in the School of Professional & Adult Studies.

What's the student/faculty ratio?

Classes are small, with a student/faculty ratio of 12:1, so students receive personal attention not available at larger schools.

Is Montreat accredited?

 Yes, Montreat is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award associate's, bachelor's, and master's degrees. Our education program is also accredited by the National Council for the Accreditation of Teacher Education, and our business program is accredited by the International Assembly for Collegiate Business Education.

What is security like on campus?
Campus police are present on campus from 8:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m. nightly and patrol randomly throughout the day. See our crime statistics.

What kinds of activities are available on campus?

       
In addition to intercollegiate sports, Montreat offers an extensive intramurals program. Weekly student activities are scheduled, such as student performances, concerts, drama performances, open mic coffeehouses, sporting events, and trips to Asheville for bowling and other activities; see the Student Activities Calendar. Annual student events include Midnight Madness (to kick off the basketball season), Fall Festival, and the King of Hearts pageant on Valentine's Day. The mountain valley location provides opportunities for hiking on the many trails surrounding campus or learning to kayak or canoe on Lake Susan, as well as playing frisbee or tennis or biking. Discipleship groups, including the Fellowship of Christian Athletes, are formed each semester, and ministry and service opportunities, such as to Manna Food Bank, the Presbyterian Home for Children, and Habitat for Humanity, are available. Montreat also has an active student government association, known as the Bridge, through which students may form additional clubs and organizations. Other opportunities include a student newspaper, an honor society, a literary magazine, a chapel band, and specific discipline clubs, such as Students in Free Enterprise.

What is there to do outside of Montreat?

Just a few miles from Montreat, students enjoy hanging out at coffeehouses, restaurants, or ice cream shops or browsing the historic downtown of Black Mountain, the "front porch of North Carolina." The city of Asheville, just 15 miles away, offers shopping, cultural events, dining, and recreational activities. In addition, Western North Carolina provides numerous sites of interest, such as Biltmore Estate, the Grove Park Inn, Pisgah National Forest, the North Carolina Arboretum, and other attractions. See What to Do.

How much does it cost?

2009-2010 Costs

Tuition, Room and Board	Per Semester	Per Year
Full Time Tuition	$ 10,098	$20.196
Student Health Fee	$ 380	$ 380
Day Student Charge	$ 10,578	$20,676
Room & Board (includes 17 meals per week)	$ 3,270	$6,541
Residential Student Charge	$13,848	$27,217

It's surprisingly affordable though, since 98% of students receive some form of financial aid. See this year's tuition. 

What types of financial assistance does Montreat offer?
Montreat offers a substantial and comprehensive financial aid program, including scholarships, grants, and loans as well as work/study opportunities.

     
Yes; in addition to our work/study opportunities, the Career Development Office helps students find employment both during college and after graduation.

Will Montreat College accept college credits that I have earned while I was still in high school?
Yes; we accept transfer credit from other regionally accredited institutions of courses completed with a grade of "C" or better. Courses that do not apply to a student's degree program will not be accepted. Please be sure to include an official transcript from the institution along with your application for admission.

What if I have other questions?
Call the Admissions office toll-free at 800-622-6968 or e-mail us at admissions@montreat.edu.