Montreat College

Montreat College is an independent, Christ-centered, liberal arts institution that educates students through intellectual inquiry, spiritual formation, and preparation for calling and career.

In each of the past three years, Montreat College has been ranked among the top colleges nationally for the value of the education it provides for its students–in terms of educational quality, affordability, low student debt, alumni success, and graduate earnings.

Montreat College seeks to be a leader in Christ-centered higher education regionally, nationally, and globally.

Montreat College is an independent, Christ-centered, liberal arts institution that educates students through intellectual inquiry, spiritual formation, and preparation for calling and career, all to impact the world for Jesus Christ.
 
Where to go to college is a big decision—whether you’re finishing high school or transferring from another school. At Montreat College, we educate students through intellectual inquiry, spiritual formation, and preparation for calling and career. We integrate faith and learning in every discipline and degree program, always seeking to graduate students who are agents of transformation, renewal, and reconciliation.

We welcome students from more than twenty countries around the world. Our small size and integrated approach to faith and learning makes us a perfect home for international students. Here, you’ll be safe to grow in a Christian community of support.

For over 20 years, the Montreat College School of Adult and Graduate Studies has been helping adult students stretch their minds, apply their faith, and enhance their careers. Earn a bachelor’s degree that will help you take your career to the next level. Take advantage of Montreat’s convenient scheduling options. Receive a world-class education that imparts the skills employers seek. And enhance your career at a Christian college that integrates faith and learning.

For over 100 years, Montreat College’s academic programs have fostered intellectual inquiry in the classroom.

We’re in this together. At Montreat, you’ll find all sorts of services designed to help keep you on the right track—academically and in the rest of your life, too.

The Office of Student Services provides educational programs and materials that encourage students to be responsible for their own safety and the security of others. Information is provided to students through the Student Handbook and other written materials, as well as small group workshops related to alcohol education, crime prevention and self-defense.

At Montreat College we believe that you were designed to live, serve, and work, all for the glory of God. We desire that when you leave Montreat you have a clear sense of purpose as you attend graduate school, enter your first job, or pursue your unique vocation. We have designed the steps below to help you learn more about who you are, identify your talents and abilities, discover the type of work that you may most enjoy, and challenge yourself to explore your full potential!

Montreat College cares about student success. We know that college is challenging and at times you may wonder, “Do I have what it takes to succeed?” Those are the perfect times to take advantage of the resources on campus that can help you develop academic skills that lead to learning and achieving your goals. Whether you are interested in improving your study skills, managing your time, learning strategies to complete class projects, or meeting with a peer tutor, we have what you need to take the next step.

At Montreat College, we enjoy good food, good fellowship, good music, and a wide variety of cultural events. It is our desire to share these things with the community. Nestled in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains, Montreat College is the perfect location for your event! We offer meeting facilities for rent during the academic year (September-April). And during the summer you can join us on our main campus through our summer housing option. Our staff will work alongside you to provide efficient coordination of the details for your event.