Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 002939
- Phone: (919) 934-3051
- School Homepage
Admissions Office
Financial Aid Office
ACCEPTANCE RATE
54.82%FINANCIAL AID RATE
100%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
12:1DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE
12FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$15,118Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid
Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition
School Map
Lees – McRae College
245 College Road, Smithfield, NC
Lees - McRae College is a liberal arts college that offers an undergraduate education and helps students in developing important skills useful in pursuit of graduate education or employment. A liberal arts curriculum exposes students to a variety of topics and subjects. The school is located in Banner Elk, NC, which is a predominantly rural area. The school's Presbyterian Church affiliation is one of its defining characteristics and plays an important role within the school's curriculum. Lees - McRae College, with only approximately 900 students enrolled, has a high ratio of teachers to students and personalized education as part of its commitment to students.
Here is a list of some of the popular programs Lees - McRae College offers:
- Education
- Business And Marketing Studies
- Health And Clinical Professions
- Social Sciences
- Recreation And Fitness Studies
The admissions process will include the submission of an application, student records, and test scores, which are then reviewed by admissions officials. An ACT or SAT exam is required prior to applying, with scores within the range of 1055 to 1735 for the SAT exam and within the range of 19 to 26 for the ACT exam is typical among students accepted to this school. This school has an acceptance rate of 64 percent of which only 19 percent decided to enroll. More information on admissions can be found at lmc.edu.
Tuition is approximately $25,000 annually, though it may vary based on any number of circumstances. Students may visit the school's tuition calculator to determine cost. Lees - McRae College may provide financial aid for students that qualify by way of grants and loans.
The Lees - McRae College Bobcats participate in several intercollegiate athletic programs, with competitions managed and overseen by the NCAA. Athletic programs that are available may include:
- Basketball (NCAA Division II)
- Lacrosse (NCAA Division II)
- Soccer (NCAA Division II)
- Softball (NCAA Division II)
Students can take a look at the school's http://www.lmc.edu to view additional information.
Admission Requirements & Details
The admission details below may give you an idea of the candidates Lees – McRae College accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any college or dual credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- AP Course Credits
Student Enrollment
The total student enrollment at Lees – McRae College is about 970. The student body is made up of 100% undergraduate students and 23% graduate students.
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The items listed below are for informational purposes only and may not represent current tuition, fees, and expenses.
Tuition & Fees Information
- The estimated tuition range is around $26,000-$31,000 per year
- For part-time students, charges are between $750-$900 per unit
Financial Aid Details
The table listed below helps break down the types of financial aid students receive and the percent receiving aid, as well as the average amount of aid per student per year.
| Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
|---|---|---|
| Any Financial Aid | 100% | - |
| Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 100% | $19,733 |
| Receiving Student Loans | 75% | $7,061 |
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help students and alumni, Lees – McRae College may offer services to students including:- Online course work available
- Classes offered on nights and weekends
- Remedial instructional courses
- Career path counseling
- Employing students to lower education costs
- Employment search assistance
Specialized Programs & Accreditations
- Teacher Education (Bachelor's) Program
- * Accredited by the Teacher Education Accreditation Council, Accreditation Committee (since 2013)
- Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) Program
- * Accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (since 2002)
- Nursing (MSN, DSN) Program
- * Accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (since 2002)
Intercollegiate Athletics
Lees – McRae College is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports belonging to the NCAA Division II without football classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Basketball (Conference Carolinas)
- Lacrosse
- Soccer
- Softball
- Swimming
- Tennis
- Track and Field, Outdoor
- Track and Field, X-Country
- Volleyball
- Other Sports
Programs Offered
The program list below is organized by areas of study. The programs that have a link will direct you to the program's profile page where you can learn more about education requirements and career pathways.
Get more information about the programs offered by Lees – McRae College by clicking the request information to the right.
(C) Certificate or Award | (A) Associate's | (B) Bachelor's | (M) Master's Degree | (D) Doctorate (PhD,...)
Biological and Biomedical Sciences
- Wildlife Biology (B)
- Biology (B)
Business and Marketing Studies
Education
English Language and Literature
- English (B)
Health and Clinical Professions
- Nursing (B)
- EMT and Paramedic (B)
History
Philosophy and Religious Studies
Psychology
- Psychology (B)
Public Administration and Social Services
- Human Services (B)
Recreation and Fitness Studies
Security and Protective Services
Other 4-Year Private Colleges
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- Tusculum College in Blountville, TN (49 miles away)
- Belmont Abbey College in Washington, NC (78 miles away)
- Brevard College in Flat Rock, NC (79 miles away)
- Livingstone College in Greensboro, NC (85 miles away)
- Johnson C Smith University in Kenansville, NC (85 miles away)
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Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 002939
- Phone: (919) 934-3051
- School Homepage