Rooted in the mountains. Grounded in purpose.
At ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½, your future starts the moment you arrive.
Students live on campus
Students receive financial support
Career or grad placement within 6 months
"It's really difficult to pick just one ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ moment..."
Our Promises Aren't Just Words. They're Daily Practice.
By The Numbers
Our admissions team makes applying simple plus you’ll have support at every step. Whether you’re ready now or just gathering info, we’ll help you explore your options.
Average Class Size
Student to Faculty Ratio
FIrst-Year Student Retention
Textbooks Covered by Tuition
Classes Taught by Professers, not T.A.s
Departments Offer Course-Based Research
Greek Life Organizations
NCAA Division II Athletic Teams
Student Organizations
Unique to ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½
Career and Professional Development
ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ students receive professional training through curriculum and co-curricular activities in financial and professional planning, character and leadership, global awareness and civic engagement, and research and technology.
Undergraduate Research
First and second year students from every discipline have the opportunity to participate in the research program.
Outdoor Adventures
Outdoor recreation is a huge part of life at ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½. students have immediate access to rock climbing, backpacking, kayaking, canoeing and other exciting outdoor opportunities.
Study Away
Faculty-led programs, external and exchange programs, plus scholarships to study abroad.
The United Methodist Church
ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ is endorsed by the University Senate of as an affiliated United Methodist institution.
Tour ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ Without Needing to Move a Toe
Kick back, click through, and discover the places where you can learn, live, and launch your future.
See How ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ Students Succeed
At ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½, success isn’t just a goal—it’s what our students achieve every day.
With personal mentorship, strong academics, and a supportive community, ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ helps you thrive. Check out our graduation rates, retention numbers, and other proof that a ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ education works.
Accredited. And That's Good News for You!
Because ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ is accredited by SACSCOC (Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges), you get a degree from a college that meets rigorous academic standards, credits that are more likely to transfer, and eligibility for federal student aid.
Your Visit, Your Way
Pick the visit that suits you best and see if ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ feels like the right fit for you.
Meet President John Wells.
Hear how faculty feel about ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ and its students.
Started in 1886. And More Relevant Than Ever.
In the Northeast Georgia mountains, ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ offers more than small classes and a beautiful setting. What sets us apart is how we respond to the moment we’re living in. At a time when connection feels rare and the future feels unclear, ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ provides some essentials deeply needed: passion, purpose, and human connection.
Here, education is personal. Faculty and staff know your name, invest in your growth, and challenge you to think critically and ethically.
Guided by the ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ Promise, we equip students for the world ahead with practical tools that are more relevant than ever in a world where routine work is being replaced by automation. In fact, they’re so relevant that over 90% of our graduates are employed or in graduate school within six months of graduation.
But it’s also about finding your purpose and pursuing your passion.
ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ educates students not just for a career, but for a lifetime of adaptability, purpose, resilience, and leadership in a landscape that’s changing faster than ever.
