Montreat College

Bible and Theology

The Bible and Theology program is designed to prepare students to enter theological seminaries or graduate schools of religion. This major requires the use of the Greek New Testament by the senior year and a senior thesis and provides instruction and mentoring from a distinctively Reformed perspective.

Biology

The Biology program of study prepares students to understand the fundamental concepts and methodologies of the biological sciences, to engage in scientific research, and to investigate the relationships between biology and other fields of study, including social and environmental sciences. The biology program prepares students for numerous careers in specific areas of applied biology such as medical (including pre-medicine and pre-veterinary), agricultural, and environmental fields.

Business Administration

The Montreat College Bachelor of Science in Business Administration program graduates students that possess a sound Christian worldview and are prepared to make an immediate and continuing contribution in a market-driven, free enterprise economy and/or attend graduate school if desired.

Christian Ministries

The Christian Ministries major develops skills in three essential areas: biblical, theoretical, and practical. It provides a balance of instruction in biblical studies, ministry and education leadership, worldview studies, counseling, communication, and understanding of people of varying ages within a cultural context that is rooted in a Reformed theology.

Communication

The major in Communication offers a more general familiarization with communication theory and practices, and also provides more flexibility in electives to explore various areas of personal and professional interest. Majors analyze information, create content, and utilize cutting-edge applications to craft messages, share data, and exchange meaningful stories with global audiences.

Criminal Justice

The Criminal Justice major is designed to prepare students to directly enter a career in law enforcement or other criminal justice professions upon graduation, or to pursue a graduate or professional degree. In addition to the core requirements, students may choose from several criminal justice electives including law enforcement and pre-law focused courses.

Cybersecurity

Montreat College has been designated by the National Security Agency as a National Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense. Montreat College's Cybersecurity program focuses on the defensive roles of cybersecurity in the categories of Operate & Maintain, Securely Provision, and Protect & Defend from the NICE Cybersecurity Workforce Framework.

Cybersecurity

The requirements for an Associate of Applied Science in Cybersecurity degree at Montreat College are designed to introduce the liberal arts and Information Technology (IT) and Information Security fundamentals. The AAS in Cybersecurity at Montreat College will allow students to complete the program and enter the IT/Cybersecurity workforce or continue in the seated or online format in the Bachelor of Science in Cybersecurity program.

Data Analytics

The data analytics major is an interdisciplinary program which provides students with the knowledge, skills and abilities to collect, integrate and analyze complex quantitative and qualitative data. Drawing upon the disciplines of statistics, mathematics, business and cybersecurity, students will learn how computer programming, database management, data analysis, and data visualization tools can be utilized to collate, interpret and present complex data applicable to a wide variety of fields.

Educational Studies

The Educational Studies Major prepares students to work outside the traditional classroom setting. Students in the Educational Studies program will develop a better understanding of the teaching and learning process to work in organizations that support the development of children, youth, and/or adults. This program does not lead to teacher certification, does not require admission to any teacher certification program, and requires a GPA of 2.0 for graduation.

Education Residency License

Montreat College supports an alternate pathway to becoming a professional educator called the Residency License. This one-year program, which consists of five courses (or equivalent), allows qualified individuals to teach with a residency license (RL) while working towards requirements to earn an initial professional license (IPL).

Elementary Education

The Education Department offers a licensure program, i.e., certification in Elementary Education. The program of study outlined in this catalog leads to a Bachelor of Science degree in the discipline as well as North Carolina Initial Licensure.

English

The English major is designed to equip graduates to read closely, think critically, write with clarity and creativity, and conviction. Students learn how language has been employed to create literature that has both delighted and moved audiences. The major integrates an affirmation of the beauty and power of language with an appreciation of the complexity of narrative worlds.

Environmental Science

The Environmental Science program prepares students to understand and critically examine environmental issues from an interdisciplinary perspective, to teach in various outdoor settings, and to engage in scientific research.

Exercise Science

The Exercise Science program at Montreat College is designed to prepare individuals for careers in fitness and health promotion, strength and conditioning, wellness programs, and therapeutic programs. Students in the program learn how to assess and evaluate fitness levels for individuals and groups, and, how to design, implement, manage, and evaluate fitness programs.

Health Sciences

The health sciences major is designed to prepare students with the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to successfully pursue graduate and professional studies in a variety of health-related fields. The major includes the requisite science coursework in biology, chemistry, and physics, and encourages project work in a research setting to help the student distinguish themselves among their peers.

History (BA)

The History major prepares students for vocation, citizenship, and service. Students are equipped with the skills of critical thinking, analysis, data processing, and communication that transfer to a wide range of vocations. The study of History at Montreat College provides expertise in global, European, and American history while also providing opportunities for topical studies, experiential learning, and internship possibilities.

History (BS)

The History major prepares students for vocation, citizenship, and service. Students are equipped with the skills of critical thinking, analysis, data processing, and communication that transfer to a wide range of vocations. The study of History at Montreat College provides expertise in global, European, and American history while also providing opportunities for topical studies, experiential learning, and internship possibilities.

Interdisciplinary Studies (BA)

Students also have the option of designing their own major so that they may pursue in-depth study that draws on two or more academic disciplines at the College. These programs, called Interdisciplinary Studies majors, are individualized programs of study developed in consultation with the faculty advisor. The major must consist of at least 48 credit hours of coursework.

Interdisciplinary Studies (BS)

Students also have the option of designing their own major so that they may pursue in-depth study that draws on two or more academic disciplines at the College. These programs, called Interdisciplinary Studies majors, are individualized programs of study developed in consultation with the faculty advisor. The major must consist of at least 48 credit hours of coursework.

Liberal Arts (AA)

The requirements for associate degrees at Montreat College are designed to provide breadth in the liberal arts general education. Students earning an associate degree from Montreat College will be equipped with foundational skills to integrate into professional careers and to be prepared to pursue junior and senior level study toward a bachelor's degree. AA students must choose an additional humanities course.

Liberal Arts (AS)

The requirements for associate degrees at Montreat College are designed to provide breadth in the liberal arts general education. Students earning an associate degree from Montreat College will be equipped with foundational skills to integrate into professional careers and to be prepared to pursue junior and senior level study toward a bachelor's degree. AS students must choose an additional mathematics course.

Music

The curricula for all music programs at Montreat College are based upon a philosophy that balances professionalism and excellence in musicianship with the development of the whole person - mind, spirit, and body - through the General Education Core requirements. The Bachelor of Arts in Music Degree equips students to succeed as professionals in the diverse world of music. The degree program contains a great deal of flexibility in allowing students to focus on different areas of calling.

Music Business

Our Music Business major bridges the ever-changing divide between art and commerce. The major prepares students with the skill sets to engage the current music industry with new ideas, to think creatively about monetizing talent, and to play an integral part in the performance, production, and management of a career in music.

Outdoor Recreation Studies

The Bachelor of Science with a major in Outdoor Recreation Studies (ORS) provides a philosophical and experiential foundation for providing four concentrations into one unique program of study. The ORS curriculum is designed to give students the skills, knowledge, and training necessary to both facilitate personal growth and interpret the natural environment for their future students/participants/clients.

Pre-Law (BA)

The Pre-Law major is designed to prepare students to pursue a graduate or professional degree in Law. In addition to the core requirements, students may choose from a number of criminal justice, psychology, human services, business, and history elective courses to provide additional learning opportunities in various areas of legal application. The curriculum exposes students to a broad range of legal topics through classroom instruction and experiential internship opportunities.

Pre-Law (BS)

The Pre-Law major is designed to prepare students to pursue a graduate or professional degree in Law. In addition to the core requirements, students may choose from a number of criminal justice, psychology, human services, business, and history elective courses to provide additional learning opportunities in various areas of legal application. The curriculum exposes students to a broad range of legal topics through classroom instruction and experiential internship opportunities.

Psychology and Human Services (BA)

The Psychology and Human Services program of study prepares students for the world of work and for graduate school. Upon graduation, students are equipped with the knowledge, skills, and experience they need for working in social agencies, churches, and other settings. In addition, students are prepared to enter graduate programs in areas such as psychology, counseling, and social work.

Psychology and Human Services (BS)

The Psychology and Human Services program of study prepares students for the world of work and for graduate school. Upon graduation, students are equipped with the knowledge, skills, and experience they need for working in social agencies, churches, and other settings. In addition, students are prepared to enter graduate programs in areas such as psychology, counseling, and social work.

Public Relations and Digital Media

The major in Public Relations and Digital Media enables students to develop a diverse range of unified skills as practitioners of convergent media. They tackle hands-on projects in professional writing, digital film, graphic design, social media, and marketing that will empower them to create an impressive portfolio and pursue targeted career opportunities after college.

Technical and Professional Communication (BA)

Technical and Professional Communication (BA) is a bachelor's degree program offered at Montreat College.

Technical and Professional Communication (BS)

Technical and Professional Communication (BS) is a bachelor's degree program offered at Montreat College.

Visual Communication and Experience Design

The major in Visual Communication and Experience Design prepares students to research, design, and implement brands, interactions, and experiences. With a strong foundation in graphic design and an interdisciplinary, collaborative approach to problem-solving, students implement the experience design process to create integrated design solutions.