Belmont Abbey College

100 Belmont-Mt Holly Road - Belmont, NC 28012

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At Belmont Abbey College (Belmont, NC), you'll find a close-knit community and programs both inside the classroom and beyond that foster virtue and excellence, making it one of the top Catholic colleges in the U.S.

With more than 30 majors and 45 minors, students find their passions and unique career paths rooted in Belmont Abbey's liberal arts curriculum and commitment to faith. Among many factors that sets Belmont Abbey apart from other Christian colleges, Belmont Abbey's undergraduate teaching program is ranked #1 in the region by U.S. News & World Report. That said, students can pursue educational paths within popular majors such as Business Management, Sports Management, Psychology, Biology, and Elementary Education.

Belmont Abbey College serves as a model of holistic excellence in education. Its mission-driven focus empowers students to achieve their full potential academically, spiritually, and socially. With a commitment to educating the whole student, outstanding degree programs in both the Arts & Humanities and STEM, and unmatched faculty engagement, Belmont Abbey College continues to develop a rewarding and rigorous educational experience

Neighborhood

Located in the suburban town of Belmont just outside Charlotte, this campus sits in a quieter residential area with easy access to the broader Charlotte region's dining, shopping, and entertainment options. While the immediate neighborhood is more car-dependent than a typical college town, students benefit from proximity to downtown Charlotte's urban amenities, including restaurants, museums, and nightlife, which are just a short drive away. The setting offers a peaceful, community-focused environment with the convenience of a major metropolitan area nearby.

Somewhat Walkable

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Minimal Transit

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Some Bike Lanes

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Grocery & Services

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Gyms, Parks & Hospitals

Transit Access

Rail (subway, train, light rail)

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Median rent nearby: ~$1,378/mo

Admissions & Enrollment

2026-27 Application Deadlines	Deadline
Early Action	Oct 31, 2026
Regular Decision	Jul 27, 2027

Application deadlines are based on information from the college website or publicly available sources. Deadlines can change, so be sure to verify all deadlines with the college before applying.

· REQ = Required

· REC = Recommended

· CON = Considered

· NR = Not Required
	REQ Required	REC Recommended	CON Considered	NR Not Required
Highschool GPA
Highschool Rank
Highschool Record
College Preparatory Program
Recommendations
Admission test scores
Personal essay

Standardized Tests	% Submitted	Score Range
SAT	33	940 - 1190
ACT	31	17 - 25

Does not fall into either of the mutually exclusive binary categories provided
Freshmen Class	Total	Men	Women	Another
Number of applicants	2,972	46 %	53 %	-
Number admitted	2,686	45 %	54 %	1 %
Number enrolled	400	54 %	45 %	-

Majors & Degrees

Biological and Biomedical Sciences

Biochemistry

Biology/Biological Sciences

Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services

Accounting

Business Administration and Management

Logistics, Materials, and Supply Chain Management

Organizational Leadership

Finance

Marketing/Marketing Management

Communication, Journalism, and Related Programs

Communication

Education

Elementary Education and Teaching

English Language and Literature/Letters

English Language and Literature

Health Professions and Related Programs

Health/Health Care Administration/Management

Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse

History

Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting and Related Protective Services

Criminal Justice/Safety Studies

Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities

Humanities/Humanistic Studies

Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies

Mathematics and Statistics

Mathematics

Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies

Data Analytics

Systems Science and Theory

Parks, Recreation, Leisure, Fitness, and Kinesiology

Parks, Recreation, and Leisure Facilities Management

Sport and Fitness Administration/Management

Philosophy and Religious Studies

Philosophy

Psychology

Public Administration and Social Service Professions

Human Services

Social Sciences

Economics

American Government and Politics (United States)

Theology and Religious Vocations

Theology/Theological Studies

Bachelor’s

Master’s

Top 10 in enrollment

Top 5 in enrollment

Top 10 based on enrollment

Top 5 based on enrollment

Area of Study	Major	Bachelor	Master
Biological and Biomedical Sciences	Biochemistry		—
Biological and Biomedical Sciences	Biology/Biological Sciences		—
Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services	Accounting		—
	Business Administration and Management
	Logistics, Materials, and Supply Chain Management		—
	Organizational Leadership	—
	Finance		—
	Marketing/Marketing Management		—
Communication, Journalism, and Related Programs	Communication	—
Education	Education
Education	Elementary Education and Teaching		—
English Language and Literature/Letters	English Language and Literature		—
Health Professions and Related Programs	Health/Health Care Administration/Management
Health Professions and Related Programs	Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse
History	History		—
Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting and Related Protective Services	Criminal Justice/Safety Studies		—
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities	Humanities/Humanistic Studies		—
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities	Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies		—
Mathematics and Statistics	Mathematics		—
Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies	Data Analytics
Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies	Systems Science and Theory	—
Parks, Recreation, Leisure, Fitness, and Kinesiology	Parks, Recreation, and Leisure Facilities Management		—
Parks, Recreation, Leisure, Fitness, and Kinesiology	Sport and Fitness Administration/Management		—
Philosophy and Religious Studies	Philosophy		—
Psychology	Psychology		—
Public Administration and Social Service Professions	Human Services		—
Social Sciences	Economics		—
Social Sciences	American Government and Politics (United States)		—
Theology and Religious Vocations	Theology/Theological Studies		—

SAGE Prime College

Belmont Abbey College participates in SAGE Prime! Through SAGE Prime, you will be able to claim discounts of at least 10% off of the costs for non-traditional education programs, for yourself, offered by select member colleges and universities! This special benefit is available exclusivity to account holders in the SAGE Scholars Tuition Rewards program.

Have questions about the Prime program? Contact BAC Graduate Admissions at gradadmissions@bac.edu or call (704) 461-6665.

Athletics

NCAA Division II without football

Sport	Men	Women
Baseball
Basketball
Bowling
Field Hockey
Golf
Lacrosse
Other Sports
Soccer
Softball
Tennis
Track and Field, Indoor
Track and Field, Outdoor
Track and Field, X-Country
Volleyball
Wrestling

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Mission Statement

Belmont Abbey College is a small, private, liberal arts, Catholic college founded on Benedictine values based in Belmont, North Carolina. The Abbey experience works toward the development of the whole person-in mind, body, and spirit. Belmont Abbey welcomes everyone from any background and tradition who is committed to fostering growth and joining in the mission of the college.

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