Young Harris College

The purpose of Young Harris College is to provide the first two years of a baccalaureate degree in liberal arts for students who value and are attracted to an institution with high academic standards and superior teaching. The college offers an environment in a beautiful mountain setting conducive to the development of the Christian faith and character, opportunities for personal and intellectual growth, and responsible citizenship. The institution also provides, for both its students and the general public, programs, services, and facilities that accommodate diverse educational, recreational, and cultural interests.For over 120 years Young Harris College has given students with strong academic goals an option that stresses the value of life in its entirety. At Young Harris you won't get lost in the crowd. We offer a campus environment which emphasizes the values of the Christian faith and individual responsibility. Our goal is to educate, inspire, and empower our students to be strong, capable, well-rounded adults.

We have significant financial resources available to qualified students. This year over 90% of entering freshmen will qualify for substantial financial assistance. It is likely that you will be eligible for financial assistance from Young Harris College. Much of our financial aid is awarded in the form of academic scholarships; however, we also have generous monies available in the areas of athletics, fine arts, science and mathematics. Need based financial aid is also available. For more specific information on the college's financial aid program, please click here to visit the Financial Aid pages of our website.