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Lees-McRae College
Banner Elk, NCPrivate NonprofitRural Setting
Less Selective • 77% Acceptance
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Overview & Identity
Lees-McRae College is a private nonprofit institution located in the rural setting of Banner Elk, NC. The university supports an undergraduate student body of 873 students and has an admission acceptance rate of 77%.
Quick Facts
Institution Type
Private Nonprofit
Student Population
873 (Small)
Admissions Selectivity
77% (Less Selective)
Predominant Degree
Bachelor's
Locale / Setting
Rural
Admissions & Academics
Admitted Student Scores
SAT Reading590 (midpoint)
200midpoint value800
SAT Math550 (midpoint)
200midpoint value800
ACT Composite23 (midpoint)
1midpoint value36
77%
Acceptance Rate
Less Selective
Top Majors & Programs
Biological Sciences27% of degrees
Business & Marketing10% of degrees
Health Sciences3% of degrees
Social Sciences2% of degrees
Programs / Fields of Study
Program
Credential
Earnings 4yr
Earnings 5yr
Debt
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $87,523
Earnings 5yr: $82,456
Debt: $23,125
Business Administration, Management and Operations.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $60,108
Earnings 5yr: $68,923
Debt: $18,500
Criminal Justice and Corrections.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $50,085
Earnings 5yr: $44,593
Debt: $15,000
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $45,862
Earnings 5yr: $44,097
Debt: $15,000
Psychology, General.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $44,161
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: $27,250
Human Services, General.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $43,273
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: $15,750
Zoology/Animal Biology.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $38,699
Earnings 5yr: $35,006
Debt: $24,120
Agriculture/Veterinary Preparatory Programs.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: N/A
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: N/A
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Arts, Entertainment, and Media Management.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: N/A
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Biology, General.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: N/A
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Communication and Media Studies.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: N/A
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: N/A
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
English Language and Literature, General.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: N/A
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: N/A
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Health/Medical Preparatory Programs.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: N/A
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
History.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: N/A
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Nutrition Sciences.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: N/A
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Parks, Recreation, and Leisure Facilities Management.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: N/A
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Religion/Religious Studies.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: N/A
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Tuition & Cost Portrait
Avg Net Price$28,340
In-State Tuition$33,250
Out-of-State Tuition$33,250
Net Price DifferentiatorAverage Net Price is what typical families actually pay out of pocket after receiving federal, state, and institutional grants and scholarships. It provides a more accurate metric of affordability than the sticker tuition.
Financial Assistance & Support
37%
Pell Grants
59%
Take Loans
55%
Repayment
Student Outcomes & ROI
Earnings Milestones Post-Graduation
6 Years Post-Entry
$41,599
+4% growth
10 Years Post-Entry
$43,415
Completion Signals
42%
Graduation Rate
4-Year Completion
69%
Retention Rate
1st-to-2nd Year Return
Median Debt at Graduation
$12,000
Est. Monthly Payment
$130/mo
Based on standard 10yr path
Campus & Demographics
Student Demographics & Community
Diversity Mix
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Gender Balance
33%
Men67%
WomenThe campus gender distribution displays a split of 33% men and 67% women.
Student Vitals
First-Gen Share
40%
Part-Time Share
2%
Avg Family Income
$53,939
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