Belmont Abbey College

Overview

Belmont Abbey College is a private liberal arts Catholic college founded in 1876 by the Benedictine monks, located in Belmont, North Carolina, just west of Charlotte. The institution features a picturesque campus known for its Gothic architecture and offers a range of undergraduate degrees focused notably on the liberal arts, business, and education. The college provides on-campus living options in a collection of residence halls to foster an integrated academic and social experience. Belmont Abbey College maintains a holistic admissions process that is moderately selective. The college emphasizes a classical education with a global perspective, prioritizing the development of the whole person. While not distinguished for athletics on a wide national scale, Belmont Abbey does field a variety of sports teams known as the Crusaders, participating in the NCAA Division II Conference Carolinas.

In the most recent statistical year 2,757 prospective students applied, and 2,679 were granted admission.  Of those admitted 394 enrolled in the school.  1,363 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 138 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2022/2023, excluding room and board, is $18,500 plus fees of $0. BAC is ranked 921 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2024 U.S. Colleges Ranking.