Quick Facts

Founded in 1900 by Reverend Edgar Tufts Located in Banner Elk, NC

Approximately 850 students

34 states represented
13 foreign countries
10% minority

14 to 1 Student : Faculty Ratio

95 % of students receive financial aid

Admitted students are considered for all institutional scholarships.
Complete FAFSA after January 1st.

Over 2 dozen student clubs

including student government, Greek life, intramurals, and honor societies

Located at 4,000 feet above sea level miles of hiking, running, and biking trails on campus

18 Majors
16 Minors
TEAC, SACS & NAST
accredited

11 residence halls in varying styles: Hall/Cottage/Suite/Apartment/House Pet friendly & Tobacco Free Campus

5 computer labs with printing
95% wireless coverage on campus

17 highly competitive athletic teams

8 Men’s teams
9 Women’s teams
NCAA Division II
Conference Carolinas
USA Cycling