For the ninth time in ten years, Montreat College has achieved record enrollment. The Fall 2024 semester set an institutional record with the largest incoming class in the college’s 109-year history, a testament to the college’s growing reputation for excellence in Christian higher education.

A total of 656 students are enrolled in Montreat College’s School of Arts & Sciences (SAS) for the 2024-2025 academic year, including the highest number of new full-time students in the college’s history.

The SAS breakdown includes:

  • 270 new full-time students, marking the largest incoming class ever.
  • 214 full-time freshmen, setting a new school record.
  • 56 transfer students joining from other institutions.
  • 373 returning students, demonstrating continued support for student success.

In addition to the strong traditional residential enrollment, 306 students enrolled in Montreat College Online’s degree programs offered through the School of Adult and Graduate Studies (AGS). This year’s online enrollment consists of 182 graduate students and 124 undergraduate students.

“Year after year, we are grateful to witness the growth of our college community, and this year’s record new student enrollment is a reflection of the commitment to excellence by our faculty and staff,” said Dr. Paul Maurer, President of Montreat College. “The exceptional caliber of our incoming class speaks to the distinctiveness of Montreat’s liberal arts offerings combined with outstanding professional preparation.”

In total, 962 students enrolled at Montreat College this semester. Montreat College’s sustained growth and record-breaking enrollment reflect its unwavering commitment to providing students with a transformative Christ-centered education. As the college celebrates these historic milestones, it remains focused on educating students through intellectual inquiry, spiritual formation, and preparation for career and calling, all to impact the world for Jesus Christ.