UNC Asheville Named One of Top Universities in Nation

Experts agree: UNC Asheville is one of the finest public liberal arts universities in the nation.

According to U.S. News & World Report, UNC Asheville is the fourth best public liberal arts university in America. UNC Asheville has been among the top five in the rankings for four consecutive years. There are 21 public liberal arts universities in the nation and 196 private liberal arts colleges.
The U.S. News and World Report's annual college rankings were released Friday, 
Aug. 20. The annual rankings look at a range of measures, including academic reputation, commitment to instruction, student abilities, financial resources, and graduation and retention rates. more

Asheville-Buncombe Technical Community College is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award associate degrees.

Beautiful Mars Hill College Nestled in the Heart of
The Blue Ridge Mountains
near Asheville , N.C.

Western offers a variety of Degreed
Programs . Located in Cullowhee, N.C.
A small town community close to Asheville, N.C.
and some of WNC's most Popular Attractions

Appalachian State University offers a special learning environment for students, faculty, staff, alumni, the local community and many other people across our region, state and nation. To learn more about Appalachian and its many learning and service programs, browse Appalachian's Web site. You will find detailed information about the university and numerous contacts if you have additional questions.