Discovery Day

Attend Discovery Day and earn a $2,000 scholarship!

Don’t miss Discovery Day at Montreat College! This free immersive open house event is a special opportunity for prospective students and families to experience what makes a Montreat College education distinct – right here in Montreat, NC.

Upcoming Discovery Day Dates:

  • Friday, September 27 – General Discovery Day (Cancelled due to Hurricane Helene)
  • Friday, December 6 – Homeschool Discovery Day (Register Now!)
  • Friday, February 28 (Postponed from Nov. 8th due to Hurricane Helene) – Cyber (RETR3AT) Discovery Day (Learn More!)

  • Friday, March 7 – General Discovery Day (Registration Coming Soon!)
  • Wednesday, April 30 – Homeschool Discovery Day (Registration Coming Soon!)

Rising college freshmen and transfer students are encouraged to submit a free 2025 application online prior to attending Discovery Day at www.montreat.edu/apply. Accepted students are encouraged to pay their $150 enrollment deposits at www.montreat.edu/paydeposit.

At Discovery Day, you’ll have the opportunity to:

  • Attend a class
  • Enjoy complimentary lunch in our renovated dining hall
  • Take a guided campus tour
  • Experience our Student Life & Academic Fair
  • Receive a $2,000 Montreat College Scholarship

Discovery Day is open to all high school freshmen, sophomores, juniors, seniors and transfer students. Parents and families are welcome!

All Discovery Day participants will receive a $2,000 Montreat College scholarship! It will be awarded in equal disbursements of $500 each year.

Discounted overnight accommodations are available at the Hampton Inn Black Mountain with visitor code: 0003227720.

Questions? Contact the Admissions office at 828.669.8012 or email admissions@montreat.edu. We look forward to hosting you on campus soon!

Example Schedule

Subject to change

9:30 a.m. – Check in
10:00 a.m. – Welcome Session
11:00 a.m. – Attend a Class
12:00 p.m. – Lunch in Howerton Dining Hall
1:00 p.m. – Campus tours
2:00 p.m. – Student Experience Fair
2:30 p.m. – Event concludes