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Montreat College

Montreat, North Carolina 28757-1267

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Known for computer science — close-knit campus

Montreat College is a private institution in Montreat with particular strength in computer science and business.

A small campus of 750 undergraduates with a 12:1 student-faculty ratio. The suburban location offers a balance of campus life and nearby amenities.

41% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $45,151 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $26,328.

Established
1916
Mascot
Calvin the Cavalier
Type
Private college
Conference
National Association of
Division
Division II

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66%Acceptance
—SAT Avg
750Students
12:1Student:Faculty
41%Grad Rate
$45,151Earnings 10yr
$26,328Net Price

News & Alerts

program2026-03-15

Montreat College Launches New Data Science Minor

Starting Fall 2026, students can pursue an interdisciplinary data science minor combining CS, statistics, and domain courses.

tuition2026-02-28

Tuition Increase Announced for 2026-27

The board of trustees approved a 3.2% tuition increase for the upcoming academic year, in line with peer institutions.

Admissions

Acceptance Rate65.5%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.

Admissions Intel

Acceptance Rate

65.5%

Trend

Yield Rate

35.0%

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Cost & Financial Aid

Sticker Price

Tuition$33,860
Room & Board$10,730
Books & Supplies$1,200
Total Cost of Attendance$45,829
Average Net Price$26,328
Median Debt at Graduation$25,813
Monthly Payment (10yr)$274

Net Price by Family Income

$0–30K$21,717
$30–48K$23,372
$48–75K$26,184
$75–110K$28,027
$110K+$29,514

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.

Debt & Aid Detail

Net Price Trend

Tuition Trend

Graduate w/ Zero Debt

32.6%

Avg Tuition Increase

3.2%/yr

Median Debt at Grad

$13,875

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Campus Safety

Total Incidents (2024)

5

Peer Average

3

3-Year Trend

Emergency System

Campus security, emergency notification system

Incident Breakdown (2024)

1

Burglary

0

Aggravated Assault

0

Robbery

0

Motor Vehicle Theft

1

Sex Offenses

0

Arson

2

Drug Arrests

1

Liquor Arrests

Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).

Programs (43)

Student Life

Student Satisfaction

Retention Rate

62%

Negative
  • •62% first-year retention rate
  • •Active student organizations
  • •Engaged campus community

Mental Health Services

Counselor Ratio

1:350

24/7 Crisis Line

Yes

Free Sessions

12 per year

Avg Wait

5 days

Walk-in hours available weekdays

Disability Services

Dedicated OfficeOffice of Disability Services
Extended test timeNote-taking assistanceHousing accommodationsAccessible transportation

ADA-compliant campus with ongoing accessibility improvements

Dining

Rating

★★★★☆

Score

4/5

Meal Plan

$6,200/yr

VegetarianVeganGluten-freeHalalKosher

Multiple dining halls with farm-to-table options

Student Body

Undergrads
750
Gender Split
46% / 54%
Women / Men
First Generation
30%
Pell Grant Recipients
40%

Race & Ethnicity

White 61%
Black 12%
Hispanic 1%
Asian 1%
Two+ 1%
Int'l 1%

Outcomes

4-Year Graduation Rate40.6%
Freshman Retention62.4%

Median Earnings After Graduation

6 Years$39,763
10 Years$45,151

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.

Rankings

U.S. News
#45
↑2
vs 2024
Forbes
#52
↓1
vs 2024
Niche
#38
↑3
vs 2024

More About This School

History & Fun Facts

  • •History In 1897 Congregationalist minister John C.
  • •In 1915, an Ad Interim Committee of the General Assembly of the Presbyterian Church, U.
  • •" In 1934 Montreat College became a junior college.

Source: Wikipedia

Location & Lifestyle

Cost of Living

112Above Average

Housing and food costs are higher than national average

Climate (School Year)

68°
Sep
55°
Oct
42°
Nov
30°
Dec
25°
Jan
28°
Feb
38°
Mar
50°
Apr
62°
May
Snowfall: 48"Sunny days: 200Rainy days: 120

Nearest Cities

Bostonpop. 675,647
90 miles(95 min)
Hartfordpop. 121,054
60 miles(70 min)

Transit Scores

BikeableCampus shuttle: Free campus shuttle runs 7am-midnight
72
Walk Score
45
Transit Score
68
Bike Score

Local Economy

Unemployment Rate3.2%
Top Employers
UniversityRegional Medical CenterTech corridor firms
Key Industries
EducationHealthcareTechnology

Getting There

Nearest Airports

CLT Charlotte82 mi
ATL Atlanta184 mi
RDU Raleigh-Durham197 mi

Distance to Cities

Boston, MA760 mi · ~21h 57m drive
New York, NY570 mi · ~16h 28m drive
Hartford, CT669 mi · ~19h 20m drive
Providence, RI725 mi · ~20h 57m drive
Albany, NY665 mi · ~19h 13m drive
Syracuse, NY607 mi · ~17h 32m drive
Rochester, NY576 mi · ~16h 38m drive
Buffalo, NY532 mi · ~15h 22m drive
Philadelphia, PA490 mi · ~14h 9m drive
Pittsburgh, PA354 mi · ~10h 14m drive
Harrisburg, PA435 mi · ~12h 34m drive
Newark, NJ564 mi · ~16h 18m drive
Washington, DC367 mi · ~10h 36m drive
Baltimore, MD401 mi · ~11h 35m drive
Atlanta, GA177 mi · ~5h 7m drive
Charlotte, NC87 mi · ~2h 31m drive
Raleigh, NC205 mi · ~5h 55m drive
Miami, FL694 mi · ~20h 3m drive
Orlando, FL494 mi · ~14h 16m drive
Tampa, FL532 mi · ~15h 22m drive
Nashville, TN253 mi · ~7h 19m drive
New Orleans, LA599 mi · ~17h 18m drive
Richmond, VA300 mi · ~8h 40m drive
Chicago, IL517 mi · ~14h 56m drive
Detroit, MI464 mi · ~13h 24m drive
Minneapolis, MN864 mi · ~24h 58m drive
St. Louis, MO481 mi · ~13h 54m drive
Kansas City, MO715 mi · ~20h 39m drive
Indianapolis, IN354 mi · ~10h 14m drive
Columbus, OH301 mi · ~8h 42m drive
Cleveland, OH406 mi · ~11h 44m drive
Milwaukee, WI592 mi · ~17h 6m drive
Dallas, TX851 mi · ~24h 35m drive
Houston, TX861 mi · ~24h 52m drive
Austin, TX968 mi · ~27h 58m drive
San Antonio, TX1035 mi · ~29h 54m drive
Los Angeles, CA2030 mi · ~58h 39m drive
San Francisco, CA2210 mi · ~63h 51m drive
San Diego, CA1993 mi · ~57h 35m drive
Seattle, WA2197 mi · ~63h 28m drive
Portland, OR2200 mi · ~63h 33m drive
Denver, CO1269 mi · ~36h 40m drive
Phoenix, AZ1695 mi · ~48h 58m drive
Salt Lake City, UT1637 mi · ~47h 17m drive
Honolulu, HI4587 mi · ~132h 31m drive
Southern (mild winters, hot summers)

Visit Planning

Suggested Itinerary

9:00 AMArrive & park
Visitor parking lot
Free parking with visitor pass
9:30 AMCheck in at Admissions
Admissions Office
10:00 AMInformation session
Welcome Center
45 minutes
11:00 AMCampus tour
Starts at Welcome Center
75 minutes, student-led
12:30 PMLunch
Main Dining Hall
Visitor meal passes available
1:30 PMDepartment visit
Academic buildings
Schedule with department directly
2:30 PMExplore campus independently
Library, student center, residence halls

Airport Transit

Charlotte (CLT)82 miles
Rental car
123 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
164 min$98-164
Atlanta (ATL)184 miles
Rental car
276 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
368 min$221-368

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