University of North Carolina Asheville

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A University that Elevates You

“I lift my eyes to the mountains” is more than just our motto. It’s what it means to be a student at the University of North Carolina Asheville.

To always look up, look ahead, and look to the future. To discover what’s next, to explore the unknown, and be inspired by the natural beauty that surrounds our campus. As an undergraduate at UNC Asheville, you’ll lift your eyes to the mountains and see your possibilities come to life.

What Awaits You?

Top 10 “Best Small College Town” by Preply
Named a “Top Destination” by Lonely Planet
Located in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains
Free public transit to our vibrant, walkable downtown
Renowned music venues, art museums, plus the famous Biltmore Estate
Ranked #8 in Top Public Liberal Arts Colleges by U.S. News & World Report
Student discounts at local shops, eateries, and cultural attractions

This is the time to start earning your bachelor’s degree. This is the time to discover more about UNC Asheville and what it means to reach your goals through personalized learning.

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Earn Your
Bachelor’s Degree

Critical Thinking and Problem Solving:
you’ll find real-world solutions to local and global issues, no matter your major

Transformative Learning:
your classes will emphasize strong written and oral communication, collaborative work, and making connections with different perspectives

Exceptional Value:
you’ll have access to a full range of merit- and need-based financial aid options, and we will work one-on-one with you to make your education affordable

High-Impact Opportunities:
you’ll be fully equipped for the career of your choosing, from undergraduate research and capstone courses to study abroad and public/private sector internships

A Place to

Thrive

Make Your Experience Your Own

65% of undergraduates complete original research
60+ student organizations
55+ countries for study abroad
50% of students complete at least one internship
16 NCAA Division I Teams
Countless campus traditions like Rockypalooza and Greenfest
Numerous outdoor program trips
Service-learning courses across departments

What Do You Want To Study?

Ancient Mediterranean Studies
Art
Atmospheric Science
Biology
Business
Computer Science
Education (Teacher Licensure)
Environmental Studies
Health and Wellness Promotion
Mass Communication
Mechatronics Engineering
Music Technology
New Media
Psychology

Your passion guides your future. At UNC Asheville, some of our most popular and distinct academic programs from more than 65+ offerings include:

Where Your Success Starts

Asheville Chamber of Commerce
The Biltmore Company
Council on Foreign Relations
Deloitte
NC Department of Environmental Quality
SpaceX
Teach For America
Vanguard

Here’s where some of our recent grads are working or continuing their studies:

Columbia University
Dartmouth College
Dana Farber Cancer Institute
Thunderbird School of Global Management
UNC-Chapel Hill School of Medicine
University of Chicago