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Student Stories

At Montreat College, our students and alumni have a passion for knowledge and a genuine desire to always keep learning and be agents of transformation, renewal, and reconciliation.
Hannah Kate Bramblett

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Hannah Kate '14

“Montreat gave me values that I carry with me every day. My purpose is not rooted in me, but in Christ. Your years at Montreat College are transformational years to pour into your friends, try something new, and get involved.”
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Dorothy Holley

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Dorothy '15

“Montreat was perfect for me because it gave me an opportunity to remember how much I loved learning, and it rekindled that desire to keep learning more academically.”
Program of study:
Environmental Education
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Lee '23

"At Montreat, I’ve gotten to know many special people, who are willing to help you get to where you need to be. If you’re looking for a Christian school and you’re a strong believer, then Montreat is the place to be."
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Madeline Sides

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Madeline '19

"Montreat transformed me into who I was. They invested in my life and helped guide me. If I had gone to a public university, I think my life and some of the choices I made may have looked quite a bit different.”
Program of study:
Cybersecurity
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Aron '96

“Montreat reinforced my sense of purpose and taught me that every person has a purpose. I believe we are each called to be stewards of our gifts for the glory of the Lord, and I am deeply grateful for my time at Montreat.”
Program of study:
Education
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Karlie and Kilia '24

“A huge part of psychology is helping people fulfill God’s purpose for them and realize who they are in Christ.”
Program of study:
Psychology
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Akira and Maddie '15-'16

"This is a unique opportunity to grow as a person. Take everything that Montreat gives and get the most out of it.”
Program of study:
Cybersecurity
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Tinley '28

“It’s meant a lot to know there are people willing to help. Curveballs are thrown at you every day, but life is too short to hold grudges. I need to live every day like it’s my last because you really never know what can happen.”
Program of study:
Exercise Science
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Ezra '24

“Get to know different groups of people. How cool would it be to have a class where you knew multiple people in it? Montreat offers diverse experiences, and students should stretch themselves to encounter all that being a Cavalier has to offer.”
Program of study:
English
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Landon '25

“Montreat is a small community, but it’s very tight-knit. I think I’ve had dinner or coffee with all of my professors a handful of times, so it’s an extremely personal community, which is part of the reason I chose to come here.”
Program of study:
Christian Ministries
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Ivana '23

"I never really saw myself going to a Christian college, but I didn’t realize how important it would be. Just having your professors and coaches pray for you and genuinely care about your spiritual life and your soul was a different environment."
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MJ '25

"Every professor and faculty member is so passionate about students—more than I could’ve ever guessed, and that’s been my biggest joy at Montreat. I’ve also made the best friends of my life and grown so much in my faith."
Program of study:
Environmental Science
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