Brevard College

One Brevard College Drive
Brevard, NC 28712
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  • Brevard College is a private college in Brevard, North Carolina, United States. The college grants Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Science, and Master of Science degrees.

School Highlights

Brevard College serves 875 students (98% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the state community college average of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the state average of 50%.

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Enrollment: 875 students
  • Private-state tuition: $26,170
  • Acceptance Rate: 42%
  • Student-teacher ratio: 11:1
  • Minority enrollment: 38%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

Top Rankings

Brevard College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:

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Attribute

School Overview

The teacher population of 76 teachers has declined by 66% over five years.
Brevard College
(NC) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Baccalaureate/Associate's Colleges
Associate's Colleges
Institution Level
Four or more years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Private not-for-profit
Public
Year Founded
1853
Campus Size
400 acres
Total Faculty
76 staff
129 staff
School Calendar

Student Body

The student population of Brevard College has grown by 5% over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 has increased from 3:1 over five years.
The Brevard College diversity score of 0.58 is less than the state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has grown by 13% over five years.
Total Enrollment
875 students
2,143 students

Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓

Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
21:1
# Full-Time Students
861 students
650 students

Showing 2011–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓

# Part-Time Students
14 students
1,493 students

Showing 2011–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓

# Enrollment Undergraduate
821 students
1,887 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
811 students
650 students

Showing 2013–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓

# Full-Time Graduate Students
50 students
50 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
10 students
1,522 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
4 students
7 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
717 students
719 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
1%

Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓

% Asian
1%
3%
% Hispanic
8%
14%
% Black
14%
22%

Showing 2008–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓

% White
62%
50%

Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓

% Two or more races
6%
3%
% Non Resident races
6%
1%
% Unknown races
1%
6%
Diversity Score
0.58
0.68

Showing 2011–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓

College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
0.3581%
n/a
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$30,400
$27,500

Tuition & Financial Aid

The private state tuition of $26,170 is more than the state average of $19,438. The private state tuition has declined by 13% over four years.
Private State Tuition Fees
$26,170
$19,438
Tuition Notes
$47,950 per year (Fall 2025 & Spring 2026)
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
100%
79%

Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓

Median Debt for Graduates
$25,000
$11,865

Showing 2008–2020. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓

Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,500
$5,846

Showing 2008–2020. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓

Acceptance Rate
42%
75%

Sports

Colors
Navy Blue and White
School Mascot
Tornado
Source: 2025 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Brevard College cost?
Brevard College's private state tuition is approximately $26,170.
What is the acceptance rate of Brevard College?
The acceptance rate of Brevard College is 42%, which is lower than the state average of 75%. Brevard College's acceptance rate is ranked among the top community colleges in North Carolina with low acceptance rates.
What is Brevard College's ranking?
Brevard College ranks among the top 20% of community college in North Carolina for: Lowest acceptance rates and Percent of students receiving financial aid.

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Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Enrollment: 875 students
  • Private-state tuition: $26,170
  • Acceptance Rate: 42%
  • Student-teacher ratio: 11:1
  • Minority enrollment: 38%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

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