Community
This is a vibrant mountain community. We are proud to offer opportunities for our friends and neighbors to get to know us better. Host an event on campus, join us for a performance in the auditorium, or help us cheer on the Bobcats at the athletic complex.

Wildcat Lake
This premier High Country attraction features a white sand beach with a swimming area, and two docks for fishing and wildlife observation.

Wildlife Summer Programs
Spend a week at the Elk Valley Preserve and Field Station getting hands-on experience in wildlife ecology and conservation!

North Carolina Wildlife Medicine Symposium
The annual North Carolina Wildlife Medicine Symposium provides a continuing education opportunity for veterinarians and veterinary technicians focused on the recognition, triage, and treatment of wildlife.
Did you know?
Lees-McRae is the largest private employer in Avery County, and $1 in every $13 spent in the county is a result of the College.