Belmont Abbey College
School Notes Overview:
The Belmont Abbey College educates undergraduate students from diverse religious, ethnic and cultural backgrounds in the liberal arts tradition as guided by the Catholic intellectual heritage and inspired by the 1500-year-old Benedictine monastic tradition. This heritage is sustained through fidelity to the Christian message as it comes to us through the Church. Such an education provides knowledge of traditional Judeo-Christian moral principles, and prepares students for responsible citizenship and a successful career.
School Overview:
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| County | Gaston County, NC |
| Title IV Eligible | Yes |
| Carnegie Classification | Baccalaureate (Liberal Arts) Colleges II |
| Institution Level | 4 or more years |
| Institution Control | Private, non-profit |
| Full-Time Undergraduate | 798 students |
| Part-Time Undergraduate | 89 students |
| Total Enrollment | 887 students |
| Total Dormitory Capacity | 595 students |
| % Students Receiving Some Financial Aid | 86 % |
| % Students Receiving Federal Grants | 36 % |
| Avg. Amount Of Federal Grants Received | $3,012 |
| % Students Receiving State/Local Grants | 40% |
| Avg. Amount Of State/Local Grants Received | $3,814 |
| % Students Receiving Institutional Grants | 74% |
| Avg. Amount Of Institutional Grants Received | $8,846 |
| % Students Receiving Loans | 57% |
| Avg. Amount Of Loan Received | $2,319 |
- The College also provides the local community with educational, religious, artistic and cultural benefits through its tradition of liturgy, theater, distinguished speakers, scholarly research, library access, athletic events and other outreach services
- The Catholic Benedictine traditions and values upon which the College was founded 130 years ago informs all aspects of campus life, including academics. Benedictine monks take three vows: stabilitas, conversatio morum, and obedientia which when translated simply mean stability, being amenable to change and improvement, and listening. Belmont Abbey College provides a stable environment in which to listen, discuss and learn, to grow, and become open to change.
- The Student Life division is designed to support the College mission through programs, opportunities and services offered to students. We seek to provide an environment that is safe, healthy, challenging, and supportive for all students to realize their personal and professional potential
- The Belmont Abbey College is located in Belmont just 10 minutes from Charlotte, NC.
- We are ranked one of the top comprehensive liberal arts and professional studies colleges in the South by U.S. News and World Report and celebrate excellence and virtue steeped in our 129 year Catholic college, Catholic, Benedictine heritage
- Belmont Abbey College is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (1866 Southern Lane, Decatur , Georgia 30033-4097: Telephone number 404-679-4501) to award the B.A. and B.S. degrees. A member of the North Carolina Independent Colleges and Universities, Belmont Abbey College is on the approved list of the American Medical Association. Its degrees are accepted by graduate and professional schools. It is designated by the state approving agency as an institution qualified to offer training to veterans.
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- School announces new faculty (The Shelby Star)
posted on July 28, 2010 at 07:58:43 pm
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posted on July 28, 2010 at 03:20:59 pm
Starting player accused of breaking into vehicles - Marines get help at Belmont Abbey 'mud run' (The Gaston Gazette)
posted on July 27, 2010 at 09:31:34 pm
BELMONT – Aaron Morris, a retired Marine Sgt., understands the hardships that surround being wounded in battle. During Operation Desert Storm, Morris was injured during a rocket attack – suffering a ruptured disc and nerve damage. During his... - SwampDogs pitcher Cudney charged with breaking and entering a motor vehicle (WRAL Sports Fan)
posted on July 27, 2010 at 09:00:51 pm
A starting pitcher for the SwampDogs, a collegiate summer league baseball team in Fayetteville, was arrested Monday after police say he broke into a vehicle. - Most Popular on FayObserver.com (The Fayetteville Observer)
posted on July 27, 2010 at 04:24:29 am
Get local and national news updates via E-mail. A starting pitcher for the Fayetteville SwampDogs was arrested Monday after police say he broke into a vehicle.
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