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.

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Grayson '22
"I always recommend Montreat because it's one of the most advanced security programs. Montreat has opened so many doors for me, and it’s amazing to be a part of such a tight-knit community."
Program of study:
Cybersecurity
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Tim '21
"One of the biggest things I enjoyed about Montreat College was the Christian fundamentals and being able to incorporate and tie into my learning biblical principles. I learned how to be a servant leader and apply the talents God has given me."
Program of study:
Psychology and Human Services
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Austin '23
"The first reason I would recommend Montreat is that it’s faith-based, and every instructor I have had has been supportive. I would also recommend Montreat because of the eight-week increments that helped me obtain a degree in a short amount of time."
Program of study:
Communication Sciences and Disorders
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Kaylee '23
“Montreat has been the best college experience that I had. They took a ton of my credits, and I was able to finish everything up in a year at Montreat. It wasn’t overwhelming, even though I was working full-time.”
Program of study:
Kinesiology
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Emily '20
“Keeping an open mind about the possibilities and choosing Montreat ended up giving me more opportunities than if I had gone somewhere larger. At Montreat, your experience is going to be so personal.”
Program of study:
Communication Studies
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Amy '22
"People want to feel that they matter. Going to a small school like Montreat allows you to get involved early, and you’re going to be given space to become an adult. It’s not just an education. It becomes a change of your worldview."
Program of study:
Biology and Health Sciences
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Crystal '23
"There’s truly something special about Montreat and the atmosphere, even in an online format. Everybody wants you to succeed. Sometimes, I forgot I was online because I felt very, very connected."
Program of study:
Clinical Mental Health Counseling
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Payton '21
“Montreat challenged me to think outside the box and had courses structured around thinking through problems an organization might face. That problem-solving mentality and training has helped me in my success as a manager."
Program of study:
Cybersecurity
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Alex '24
"What makes Montreat different and what makes Montreat such a unique school and experience is that there’s genuine care. Your professors genuinely take an interest in your lives. They genuinely take an interest in who you are as a person."
Program of study:
Outdoor Recreation Studies
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Jackson '25
“Lots of students lose their faith during college, but Montreat has dramatically strengthened my faith. It’s a place where I can practice my faith and go after the degree of my dreams. Montreat is an important place.”
Program of study:
Communication and Digital Media
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Jill '25
"Within the first week that I started my job, I was prompted to do something I had just learned how to do in my class, and I had previously never heard of it. It just tickled me because I could instantly use the knowledge that I gained."
Program of study:
Management and Leadership
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Daulton '20
"Being an alumnus of Montreat means you’re part of a family for the rest of your life. They truly desire all their students to grow, be known, and find their calling, and it’s a place I believe any high school student should consider.”
Program of study:
Business