Belmont Abbey College
About Belmont Abbey College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Belmont Abbey College is a private university in Belmont, NC. It has a 97.2% acceptance rate and a 46.9% graduation rate, serving approximately 1,413 students.
Founded
1876
Location
Belmont, North Carolina
Students
1,366
Institution
Private
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
74.7%
Moderately selective
Graduation Rate
46.7%
Below national average
Tuition
$19,500
Per year
Avg Net Price
$24,639
After financial aid
SAT Average
1099
Out of 1600
Median Earnings
$47,937
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Selective
74.7 out of 100 applicants get in
How to Apply
Test Policy
Test Optional
Application Fee
Free
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
Belmont Abbey College accepts 74.7% of applicants and doesn't require standardized tests. Focus on your grades and personal statement, and you have a solid chance.
SAT Scores
1099/ 1600
ACT Scores
22/ 36
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Below Average
46.7% complete their degree within six years
Retention
70.4%
4-Year Grad
39%
6-Year Grad
46%
Teaching Quality
12:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
67.9%
$/Student
$7.4K
Class Size
Medium
The 39% graduation rate is below average, but 70.4% of freshmen return for year two. Students are staying, even if completion takes longer than four years.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$19,500
Annual Tuition
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$12,974
Books & Supplies
$1,750
Total Cost of Attendance
$34,788
After Financial Aid
$24,639
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$20,610
Receive Grants
24.2%
Take Loans
47.6%
The total cost of attendance runs about $34,788/yr, including $12,974 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $24,639.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at Belmont Abbey College fund their education.
While in School
24.2%
Get Grants
Free money
47.6%
Take Loans
Must repay
$56,211
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$26,000
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$276/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The $26,000 median debt is above average, but graduates earn $48K within ten years. The numbers suggest the investment pays off for most students.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Belmont Abbey College.
Gender
45.9%
Female
54%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
1,276
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
90
Graduates
27.4%
First-Gen
23 yrs
Avg Age
6.3%
Age 25+
The campus has a balanced gender split (46% women, 54% men). 27.4% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience. 5.7% international students add diversity to the campus.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
Suburb: Midsize
Campus Quick Facts
1,276
Students
private
Institution
Small
Campus Size
Baccalaureate
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
Yes
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Belmont Abbey College fields 15 varsity teams with 1,055 student athletes, about 83% of the student body.
Division
NCAA
Division II without football
Conference
Conference Carolinas
The league its teams compete in
Varsity Sports
15
Biggest: Other Sports
Student Athletes
1,055
83% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
62% / 38%
656
Men
399
Women
13
Men's Teams
13
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Belmont Abbey Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$47,937
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Business Administration, Management and Operations
$45K
69 grads
1yr Earnings
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness
$28K
31 grads
1yr Earnings
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$47K
30 grads
1yr Earnings
Psychology, General
—
18 grads
Biology, General
—
17 grads
Criminal Justice and Corrections
$34K
16 grads
1yr Earnings
Graduates earn about $44K six years out, growing to $48K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.
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Data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard Some figures may reflect prior academic years. Our editorial team reviews and updates college profiles to ensure accuracy. If you notice outdated information, please let us know.