Introduction and Overview

The University of North Carolina at Asheville is a public liberal arts college located in Asheville, North Carolina, USA, offering undergraduate and master's degree programs. The school focuses on undergraduate education and is committed to providing students with a comprehensive liberal arts education and a personalized learning experience.

History and Founding Time

The school was founded in 1927 as Buncombe County Junior College for local residents who were interested in further education after graduating from high school. In 1957, the school became the first two-year educational institution in North Carolina, named Asheville Manor College. It moved to its current address in 1961. In 1969, the school joined the University of North Carolina system.

School Strength

Faculty: All courses are taught by professors, not teaching assistants, with a teacher-student ratio of 11:1, and 73% of the classes have fewer than 20 students, which can provide personalized teaching and guidance for students.

Academic achievements: The school established the "National Undergraduate Research Conference" as early as 25 years ago, providing students with rich research opportunities and platforms to cultivate students' research capabilities and innovative thinking.

Teaching resources: The school has modern teaching facilities and laboratories, such as libraries, computer laboratories, science laboratories, etc., which provide good conditions for students' learning and research.

Nature of the institution

A public liberal arts college, it is a member of the University of North Carolina system.

Educational philosophy

Committed to providing high-quality liberal arts education, cultivating students' critical thinking, communication skills, teamwork spirit and global vision. Emphasize students' independent learning and exploration spirit, and encourage students to actively participate in classroom discussions, scientific research projects and community services to achieve personal all-round development and growth.

Key laboratories and disciplines

Key disciplines:

Psychology: It is one of the most popular majors in the school. The courses cover various fields of psychology, such as cognitive psychology, social psychology, developmental psychology, etc., focusing on the combination of theory and practice, and cultivating students' psychological research and application capabilities.

Environmental Science: This major focuses on the research and solution of environmental problems. Courses include environmental chemistry, environmental biology, environmental policy, etc. Students will have the opportunity to participate in field trips and research projects to understand the current situation and solutions of environmental problems.

Computer Science: With the development of information technology, the major of computer science has become more and more popular among students. This major covers computer programming, algorithm design, data analysis and other fields, and cultivates students' computer technology and innovation capabilities.

Key laboratories and research centers: No particularly famous key laboratories and research centers of the school were found, but each discipline has corresponding teaching laboratories and practice places.

Faculty

The school has several faculties, such as the Faculty of Humanities and Arts, the Faculty of Social Sciences, the Faculty of Natural Sciences, the Faculty of Health and Human Services, etc., providing a wealth of professional choices to meet the interests and career goals of different students.

Ranking

In the 2024 US News Best University Rankings, the school ranked 139th among liberal arts colleges nationwide and 9th among public schools. It ranked 187th in the American Liberal Arts Colleges of Washington Monthly and 972nd in the Weber Matrix World University Rankings.

Costs

In 2022-2023, the school's in-state tuition and fees are $7,461, out-of-state tuition and fees are $24,809, and room and board are $11,018.

Campus Environment

Campus Facilities: The campus covers an area of ​​365 acres and has modern teaching buildings, libraries, laboratories, dormitories and sports facilities. There are also restaurants, cafes and bookstores on campus, providing convenient life services for students.

Natural Environment: Located in Asheville, the surrounding natural scenery is beautiful and the air is fresh, providing students with a quiet and comfortable learning and living environment. Asheville is a city full of art and culture, with many museums, art galleries and music venues, providing students with a wealth of extracurricular cultural activities.

Campus Culture: Focus on creating a strong academic atmosphere and a multicultural environment, encourage students to participate in various club activities and sports events, such as NCAA Division I sports competitions, to enrich students' extracurricular life and cultivate students' teamwork spirit and competitive consciousness.