Montreat College
A good fit for students who want small classes and close faculty access. freshman retention is below 65%. a private nonprofit school with 750 students.
About This School
Montreat College is a private nonprofit institution located in Montreat, North Carolina with approximately 750 undergraduate students enrolled. Montreat College has an open or accessible admissions process, with an acceptance rate of 66%. The average net price after financial aid is $26,328 per year. The graduation rate is 41%, and the typical graduate earns $42,500 within 10 years of enrollment.
Montreat College is a private, Christian college in Montreat, North Carolina, United States. Founded in 1916, the college offers associate, bachelor's, and master's degree programs for traditional and adult students. The college's main campus for four-year traditional students is located in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains outside of Asheville, North Carolina.
The numbers tell a mixed story here: a 41% graduation rate and 62% freshman retention rate suggest that many students who start here don't finish, which is a real concern worth discussing before committing. On the positive side, median debt at graduation is a relatively modest $13,875, and the small Christian community tucked in the Blue Ridge Mountains near Asheville appeals strongly to faith-driven students who want an intimate, values-centered environment. Worth considering if that mission aligns with your family's priorities, but ask hard questions about academic and financial support structures before enrolling.
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Will This School Pay Off?
Strong return. Graduates earn well above their debt load.
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