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About Brevard College

private liberal artssmall class sizeswestern north carolinadiverse academic programsselective admissions

Brevard College is a private liberal arts college in Brevard, NC, known for its private liberal arts, small class sizes, and western north carolina. With an acceptance rate of 40%, Brevard College is selective, typically enrolling around 174 students each year. Brevard College is test optional; students who submit scores are typically admitted with SATs between 965–1155, though many competitive applicants choose not to submit. Brevard College offers merit scholarships regardless of financial need, with awards averaging $21,671 per year; the sticker price of $44,650 may look very different from what your family actually pays.

Admissions

Brevard College acceptance rate and admitted student profile

selective

40%
Overall Accept Rate
1060
Median Admitted SAT
SATSubmitted score range: 965 – 1155 (test optional)

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Application Strategy

Strategy tips for applying to Brevard College

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Extracurriculars
Brevard College places a strong emphasis on experiential learning and outdoor education, so highlight any hiking, climbing, kayaking, environmental stewardship, or wilderness leadership experiences prominently in your activities list and essays.
Application Strategy
If you are applying to Brevard's visual or performing arts programs, contact the admissions office early to confirm audition or portfolio requirements, since these programs have specific submission steps beyond the standard application.

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Financial Aid & Cost

What Brevard College actually costs your family

Average net prices by income bracket from College Scorecard data.

Family IncomeSticker PriceEst. Net Cost / yr
0-30k~$45k/yr$19.3k
30k-48k~$45k/yr$23.5k
48k-75k~$45k/yr$21.3k
75k-110k~$45k/yr$25.3k
110k+~$45k/yr$28.8k

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Outcomes & Campus

Student outcomes and campus profile

39%
6-Year Graduation Rate
$34k
Median Earnings (6 yrs)
11:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
747
Undergrad Enrollment
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