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Belmont Abbey: Among the Leading Private Colleges in Charlotte, NC

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The MA in Communication

The MA in Communication

Gain in-depth understanding of Communication disciplines from social media, user experience, writing, and more. Plus, our program is asynchronous, affordable, and 100% online.
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The Master of Arts in Classical and Liberal Education

The Master of Arts in Classical and Liberal Education

The Master of Arts in Classical and Liberal Education will provide the formation that is necessary for you to flourish as educators and administrators in classical K-12 school settings.
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Made True

Made True

Made True is about Belmont Abbey College embracing the call and the responsibility to transform American culture, growing as a welcoming liberal arts stronghold, and restoring our culture, that humankind may thrive and rejoice in our world made true in the light of God’s providence.
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Maximize Your Financial Aid

Maximize Your Financial Aid

From the FAFSA to scholarships and grants, Belmont Abbey is here to help you make private college affordable! Plus, our competitive tuition of $19,500 is guaranteed for four years.
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We Mean Business

We Mean Business

Out of all the private colleges in the Charlotte area, the Abbey is the top talent producer of Undergraduate Business Degrees for the last ten years and running! See what sets us apart. Get your Undergraduate Degree in Business- it's affordable and 100% online.
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Transformative Benedictine Liberal Arts Education

A Belmont Abbey education offers much more than career preparation. While alumni across our more than 30 majors and 45 minors certainly gain the skills and comprehension to excel professionally, they also discover that the Abbey forms them to more fully embrace their life calling. 

Journey with us. Strengthen your relationship with God. Become the best version of yourself.

Answer the call to lead – earn your master’s with the Abbey

Our affordable, flexible graduate degrees empower you to lead in the light of Truth. Belmont Abbey’s Benedictine commitment to faith and scholarship informs a range of master’s programs across business, government, education, and healthcare, all of which combine expert knowledge, real-world skills, and professional networks to equip you in offering the leadership only you can give.

Abbey Online You shouldn’t have to put your life on hold to get your college degree. That’s why we offer fully online degree programs! Learn More about Abbey Online

Top Undergraduate Majors

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Our Graduate Degrees

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Abbey Online You shouldn’t have to put your life on hold to get your college degree. That’s why we offer fully online degree programs! Learn More about Abbey Online

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The Abbey: A Community Where Students Excel!

We are one of the only Catholic colleges spanning from Virginia to Florida. Rooted in the Benedictine spirit of hospitality, our campus of 1,500 students is a place where learning happens inside and outside the classroom and lifelong friendships develop. Our rich history dates to 1876 when the college was founded by German monks whose desire it was to bring education to the American South. Our campus is located in the city of Belmont, North Carolina, and its beauty and history are cherished by students and faculty alike, so we know you’ll feel at home here.

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Books With Shadow

The Honors College

Find a life well-lived through the Great Books. Experience engaging and lasting friendships around the shared pursuit of truth.

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Athletics is an important part of our student experience. With more than 30 NCAA Division II programs, our students athletes thrive on and off the field.

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TO PRAY AND WORK

Ora et Labora: it is the Benedictine way that permeates our college. At the Abbey, we seek and find God by living, working, and praying in community. You will foster a spiritual life that will resonate with you long after graduation.

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Located right outside of the metropolis of Charlotte, you’ll benefit from all that a city has to offer, as well as the tight-knit community of a small Catholic college campus.

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Official Updates |

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April 25th: Update from Dr. Thierfelder
April 25, 2025
April 14th: Update from Dr. Thierfelder
April 14, 2025
April 4th: Update from Dr. Thierfelder
April 5, 2025
March 28th: Update from Dr. Thierfelder
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March 7th: Update from Dr. Thierfelder
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Agora 2025
April 28, 2025
Founders’ Day 2025
April 22, 2025
The Stations of the Cross with Dr. Ron Thomas
April 11, 2025
Belmont Abbey College Recognizes Adrian Award For Teaching Excellence Recipient
April 11, 2025
The End of Higher Education
April 11, 2025

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Basilica Confessions
May 10, 2025

What Sets Us Apart from Other Private Colleges in North Carolina?

We are guided by institutional objectives that inspire students to work toward their full potential. We are committed to fostering an environment inclusive of all backgrounds, traditions, and talents while upholding the traditions and overall mission of the college. Our community is rich in faith and driven by purpose in order to inspire our students’ Benedictine identity through curriculum, college activities, and communication.

In addition to our community commitment, there are several unique factors that set us apart from other Christian colleges in Charlotte and across the country:

  • Our Benedictine Catholic college hosts a full monastery located on campus for students and visitors alike.
  • The Abbey hosts the seventh largest athletic program in the country.
  • Recognized among the 20 best colleges in the south by U.S. News & World Report
  • Undergraduate teaching ranked #1 in the region by U.S. News & World Report

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Experience Student Life at One of the Best North Carolina Colleges

We firmly believe in the positive impact of building connections with peers on campus, which is why at the Abbey there are organized events and activities throughout the school year that complement individual interests and allow students to network and build friendships with classmates. Additionally, students can join various clubs and organizations that align with their interests and challenge them to become better students, friends, and leaders.

Take the Next Step to Stronger Faith and Personal Development at One of North Carolina’s Best Christian Colleges

We strive to provide our students with the education and skills they need to reach their personal and professional goals. Our collegiate leadership works closely and diligently with each of our students to ensure that they are given every opportunity for meaningful and impactful development.

Learn more about how you can apply today so you can get on the path to a more impactful and rewarding future.

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