Overview
Enrollment
| Location | Mars Hill, North Carolina |
| Online | mhc.edu |
| School Type | Private 4 Year |
| Setting | Rural Fringe |
| Size | Small |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Mars Hill University sits in the small mountain town of Mars Hill, North Carolina, approximately 20 miles north of Asheville in the Blue Ridge Mountains. Founded in 1856 as the French Broad Baptist Institute, the private liberal arts institution occupies a hillside campus featuring a mix of historic and modern buildings, including several structures listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The university operates as a residential campus with most students living in one of several residence halls, and it maintains its historical Baptist affiliation while welcoming students of all backgrounds. Mars Hill's academic programs emphasize liberal arts education with notable strengths in music, education, and nursing, while also offering programs in business and regional studies focused on Appalachian culture. The university competes in NCAA Division II athletics as the Mountain Lions, participating in the South Atlantic Conference.
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| GPA | 3.5 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | - |
| Applicant Competition | Very Low |
| Application Fee | $0 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $0 |
| Other Fees | $0 |
| Room and Board | $10,228 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $3,000 |
| Total One Year Cost | $50,498 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Business | 25% |
| Education | 22% |
| Visual and Performing Arts | 9% |
| Psychology | 7% |
| Human Services | 7% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=198899 IPEDS survey data for Mars Hill University.
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Last updated February 24, 2025