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Known for biology — close-knit campus
Lees-McRae College is a private rural institution in Banner Elk, North Carolina. The school is accessible to a wide range of students.
A small campus of 817 undergraduates with a 10:1 student-faculty ratio. The rural location provides a peaceful, focused academic environment.
44% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $43,415 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $25,765.
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Financial Intel
Avg Net Price
$25,765
Tuition Trend
Graduate w/ Zero Debt
13.4%
Avg Tuition Increase
3.2%/yr
Median Debt at Grad
$12,000
Campus Safety
Total Incidents (2024)
5
Peer Average
3
3-Year Trend
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Campus security, emergency notification system
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Source: Wikipedia
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Cost of Living
Housing and food costs are higher than national average