Profile
- IPEDS UNITID
- 198808
- FICE
- 002939
- FEDERAL SCHOOL CODE
- 002939
- OPE ID
- 00293900
- City, state
- Banner Elk, NC
- Sector
- private nonprofit 4-year or above
- Website
- www.lmc.edu/
- Website
- //www.ncresidency.org).
- Website
- //sexoffender.ncdoj.gov/. Convicted sex offenders in North Carolina must register with the
- Cost rows
- 124
- Confidence
- 36.2% from the census of this database (sha256 matches); target 90%
- CollegeTransfer.Net
- Transfer profile
What we hold
| Section | Held | Fields filled | Catalog editions | Loaded | Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Catalogs | 29 | shared_from_organization_id 0 of 29 · catalog_id 29 of 29 · organization_id 29 of 29 | |||
| Programs | 33 | Credits 0 of 33 · Award 9 of 33 · CIP 23 of 33 · Program 33 of 33 · Edition 33 of 33 · Source 33 of 33 | 2026 | 2026-10-17 | Harvested from a truncated capture · Serve loaded 17 rows; 33 held |
| Checklists | 33 | Credits 0 of 33 · Program 33 of 33 · Award 33 of 33 · Edition 33 of 33 · Source 33 of 33 | 2026 | 2026-10-17 | Serve rejected 2 · Harvested from a truncated capture · Serve loaded 17 rows; 33 held |
| Courses | 673 | Description 182 of 673 · Credits 384 of 673 · Code 668 of 673 · Subject 668 of 673 · Edition 672 of 673 · Title 673 of 673 · Source 673 of 673 | 2026 | 2026-10-17 | Harvested from a truncated capture · Serve loaded 672 rows; 673 held |
| Policies | 30 | Title 15 of 30 · Section 30 of 30 · Text 30 of 30 · Edition 30 of 30 · Source 30 of 30 | 2026 | 2026-10-17 | Harvested from a truncated capture · Serve loaded 11 rows; 30 held |
| Agreements | 11 | Effective 0 of 11 · Title 11 of 11 · Type 11 of 11 · Source 11 of 11 | 2026 | 2026-10-17 | Serve rejected 2 · Harvested from a truncated capture · Serve loaded 4 rows; 11 held |
| Pathways | 1 | CIP 0 of 1 · Title 1 of 1 · Type 1 of 1 · Source 1 of 1 | 2026-10-17 | ||
| Comparability | 54 | Exam code 0 of 54 · Condition 0 of 54 · Credits 0 of 54 · As printed 0 of 54 · Exam 9 of 54 · Source 54 of 54 | 2026 | 2026-10-17 | Harvested from a truncated capture · Serve loaded 50 rows; 54 held |
| Frameworks | 0 | Harvested, none found · Harvest | |||
| Certifications | — | 2026 | 2026-10-17 | Loaded, not held · Serve | |
| References | 0 | Harvested, none found · Harvest | |||
| Accreditation | 23 | Awarded 0 of 23 · Expires 0 of 23 · Scope 11 of 23 · Accreditor 23 of 23 · Source 23 of 23 | |||
| Academic calendar | 97 | Kind 24 of 97 · Label 97 of 97 · Date 97 of 97 · Source 97 of 97 |
Catalogs 29
| Edition | Format | Source | Captured |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-2026 | www.lmc.edu | 2026-10-12T02:17:08.938188800+00:00 | |
| agreement | www.lmc.edu | 2026-10-12T02:17:10.020484200+00:00 | |
| continuing-education | www.lmc.edu | 2026-10-12T02:17:37.345895200+00:00 | |
| continuing-education | www.lmc.edu | 2026-10-12T02:17:34.683633500+00:00 | |
| curriculum-page | www.lmc.edu | 2026-09-19T21:29:17.632247700+00:00 | |
| degree-programs | www.lmc.edu | 2026-10-12T02:17:12.437867+00:00 | |
| degree-programs | www.lmc.edu | 2026-10-12T02:17:34.180728700+00:00 | |
| degree-programs | www.lmc.edu | 2026-10-12T02:17:15.143686+00:00 | |
| degree-programs | www.lmc.edu | 2026-10-12T02:17:31.123784+00:00 | |
| degree-programs | www.lmc.edu | 2026-10-12T02:17:23.068537600+00:00 | |
| degree-programs | www.lmc.edu | 2026-10-12T02:17:28.466164300+00:00 | |
| degree-programs | www.lmc.edu | 2026-10-12T02:17:20.350469700+00:00 | |
| degree-programs | www.lmc.edu | 2026-10-12T02:17:17.855379900+00:00 | |
| degree-programs | www.lmc.edu | 2026-10-12T02:17:25.759091+00:00 | |
| institution-info | www.lmc.edu | 2026-10-12T02:18:17.563326800+00:00 | |
| institution-info | www.lmc.edu | 2026-10-12T02:18:12.095469300+00:00 | |
| institution-info | www.lmc.edu | 2026-10-12T02:18:03.852336400+00:00 | |
| institution-info | www.lmc.edu | 2026-10-12T02:17:41.088963+00:00 | |
| institution-info | www.lmc.edu | 2026-10-12T02:17:57.718956800+00:00 | |
| institution-info | www.lmc.edu | 2026-10-12T02:18:14.945804400+00:00 | |
| institution-info | www.lmc.edu | 2026-10-12T02:17:54.680525800+00:00 | |
| institution-info | www.lmc.edu | 2026-10-12T02:17:49.480018800+00:00 | |
| institution-info | www.lmc.edu | 2026-10-12T02:17:52.184903+00:00 | |
| institution-info | www.lmc.edu | 2026-10-12T02:17:38.041057800+00:00 | |
| institution-info | www.lmc.edu | 2026-10-12T02:18:09.646061900+00:00 | |
| institution-info | www.lmc.edu | 2026-10-12T02:18:00.850846200+00:00 | |
| institution-info | www.lmc.edu | 2026-10-12T02:18:06.847265300+00:00 | |
| military | www.lmc.edu | 2026-10-12T02:17:11.641502300+00:00 | |
| pathway | www.lmc.edu | 2026-10-12T02:17:10.773359200+00:00 |
Programs 33
| Program | Award | CIP | Credits | Edition | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alex Glass | 26.1399 | 2026 | www.lmc.edu | ||
| Alex Glass | 0292 | www.lmc.edu | |||
| Cassie Thompson | 26.0799 | 2026 | www.lmc.edu | ||
| Cassie Thompson | 0488 | www.lmc.edu | |||
| Catherine Pritchard Childress | 23.1399 | 2026 | www.lmc.edu | ||
| Catherine Pritchard Childress | 0227 | www.lmc.edu | |||
| Education | Minor | 42.2805 | 2026 | www.lmc.edu | |
| Josh Pate | 31.0504 | 2026 | www.lmc.edu | ||
| Josh Pate | 0410 | www.lmc.edu | |||
| Master of Arts in Teaching | Master of Arts | 22.0000 | 2026 | www.lmc.edu | |
| Master of Arts in Teaching | Master of Arts | 05.9999 | 2026-2027 | www.lmc.edu | |
| Master of Arts in Teaching in Secondary Education | Master of Arts | 13.1019 | 2026-2027 | www.lmc.edu | |
| Master of Arts in Teaching in Secondary Education | Master of Arts | 13.1305 | 2026-2027 | www.lmc.edu | |
| Master of Science in Criminal Justice | Master of Science | 45.1301 | 2026-2027 | www.lmc.edu | |
| Master of Science in Criminal Justice | Master of Science | 43.0103 | 2026-2027 | www.lmc.edu | |
| Master of Science in Human Services | Master of Science | 19.0799 | 2026-2027 | www.lmc.edu | |
| Master of Science in Human Services | Master of Science | 2026-2027 | www.lmc.edu | ||
| Mikayla Fletcher | 45.1501 | 2026 | www.lmc.edu | ||
| Mikayla Fletcher | 0277 | www.lmc.edu | |||
| Miranda R. Torkelson | 26.0709 | 2026 | www.lmc.edu | ||
| Miranda R. Torkelson | 0498 | www.lmc.edu | |||
| Online/Distance Tuition and Fees | 09.0499 | 2026 | www.lmc.edu | ||
| Online/Distance Tuition and Fees | 09.0499 | 0531 | www.lmc.edu | ||
| Options for earning credit during the summer | 61.2610 | 2026 | www.lmc.edu | ||
| Options for earning credit during the summer | 13.1399 | 0832 | www.lmc.edu | ||
| Randal Scamardo | 13.1330 | 2026 | www.lmc.edu | ||
| Randal Scamardo | 0447 | www.lmc.edu | |||
| Residence Life | 36.0105 | 2026 | www.lmc.edu | ||
| Residence Life | 36.0105 | 0035 | www.lmc.edu | ||
| Sally Wimberley | 19.0501 | 2026 | www.lmc.edu | ||
| Sally Wimberley | 0530 | www.lmc.edu | |||
| Scott Huffard | 13.0203 | 2026 | www.lmc.edu | ||
| Scott Huffard | 0335 | www.lmc.edu |
Checklists 33
| Checklist | Award | Edition | Requirements |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alex Glass | Alex Glass | 0292 | 1 groups · 4 items |
| Alex Glass | Alex Glass | 2026 | 1 groups · 4 items |
| Cassie Thompson | Cassie Thompson | 2026 | 1 groups · 4 items |
| Cassie Thompson | Cassie Thompson | 0488 | 1 groups · 4 items |
| Catherine Pritchard Childress | Catherine Pritchard Childress | 0227 | 1 groups · 5 items |
| Catherine Pritchard Childress | Catherine Pritchard Childress | 2026 | 1 groups · 5 items |
| Education | Minor | 2026 | 1 groups · 7 items |
| Josh Pate | Josh Pate | 2026 | 1 groups · 3 items |
| Josh Pate | Josh Pate | 0410 | 1 groups · 3 items |
| Master of Arts in Teaching | Master of Arts | 2026 | 2 groups · 17 items |
| Master of Arts in Teaching | Master of Arts | 2026-2027 | 2 groups · 12 items |
| Master of Arts in Teaching in Secondary Education | Master of Arts | 2026-2027 | 3 groups · 19 items |
| Master of Arts in Teaching in Secondary Education | Master of Arts | 2026-2027 | 3 groups · 19 items |
| Master of Science in Criminal Justice | Master of Science | 2026-2027 | 4 groups · 10 items |
| Master of Science in Criminal Justice | Master of Science | 2026-2027 | 4 groups · 10 items |
| Master of Science in Human Services | Master of Science | 2026-2027 | 3 groups · 10 items |
| Master of Science in Human Services | Master of Science | 2026-2027 | 3 groups · 10 items |
| Mikayla Fletcher | Mikayla Fletcher | 0277 | 1 groups · 2 items |
| Mikayla Fletcher | Mikayla Fletcher | 2026 | 1 groups · 2 items |
| Miranda R. Torkelson | Miranda R. Torkelson | 2026 | 1 groups · 4 items |
| Miranda R. Torkelson | Miranda R. Torkelson | 0498 | 1 groups · 4 items |
| Online/Distance Tuition and Fees | Online/Distance Tuition and Fees | 2026 | 1 groups · 5 items |
| Online/Distance Tuition and Fees | Online/Distance Tuition and Fees | 0531 | 1 groups · 5 items |
| Options for earning credit during the summer | Options for earning credit during the summer | 2026 | 1 groups · 8 items |
| Options for earning credit during the summer | Options for earning credit during the summer | 0832 | 1 groups · 8 items |
| Randal Scamardo | Randal Scamardo | 0447 | 1 groups · 3 items |
| Randal Scamardo | Randal Scamardo | 2026 | 1 groups · 3 items |
| Residence Life | Residence Life | 2026 | 1 groups · 14 items |
| Residence Life | Residence Life | 0035 | 1 groups · 14 items |
| Sally Wimberley | Sally Wimberley | 0530 | 1 groups · 7 items |
| Sally Wimberley | Sally Wimberley | 2026 | 1 groups · 7 items |
| Scott Huffard | Scott Huffard | 2026 | 1 groups · 7 items |
| Scott Huffard | Scott Huffard | 0335 | 1 groups · 7 items |
Courses 673
| Subject | Courses | Note |
|---|---|---|
| ANTH | 2 | |
| APP | 6 | |
| ART | 26 | |
| ARTS | 1 | |
| AST | 4 | |
| BIO | 57 | |
| BUS | 48 | |
| CHM | 8 | |
| COM | 12 | |
| CRI | 44 | |
| CYC | 5 | |
| ECO | 2 | |
| EDU | 34 | |
| ENG | 25 | |
| EXS | 15 | |
| EXSL | 2 | |
| GEL | 1 | |
| HCA | 12 | |
| HIS | 40 | |
| HMS | 24 | |
| HON | 1 | |
| HUM | 2 | |
| ICS | 1 | |
| LIT | 27 | |
| MAT | 15 | |
| MUS | 2 | |
| NCAA | 1 | |
| NTR | 14 | |
| ORM | 46 | |
| PCOM | 3 | |
| PHI | 2 | |
| PHY | 12 | |
| PHYL | 1 | |
| POL | 1 | |
| PSY | 22 | |
| REL | 15 | |
| RHE | 2 | |
| SCI | 7 | |
| SOC | 4 | |
| SPA | 6 | |
| SPE | 6 | |
| SPT | 18 | |
| SSC | 1 | |
| THEA | 63 | |
| TRM | 17 | |
| VIEW | 1 | |
| WMR | 10 | |
| No subject | 5 | Harvest read no subject for these courses · Harvest |
Policies 30
| Title | Section | Text | Edition | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| credit_by_exam | CLEP (College Level Examination Program) Score of 50 | Three to four hours of college credit may be awarded for each test taken with a score of 50 or higher for the appropriate Lees-McRae College equivalent course. | 2026-2027 | www.lmc.edu | |
| credit_by_exam | AP (Advanced Placement) Score of Three | Lees-McRae College may award college credit if recommended by the Registrar. | 2025-2026 | www.lmc.edu | |
| credit_by_exam | International Baccalaureate Diploma Score of Five | Three to four hours of college credit may be awarded for the equivalent Lees-McRae College course. | 2026-2027 | www.lmc.edu | |
| credit_by_exam | Credit is offered at Lees-McRae College through the following programs: AP (Advanced Placement) Score of Three | Lees-McRae College may award college credit if recommended by the Registrar. | 2026-2027 | www.lmc.edu | |
| transfer_credit | The following courses are required of honors students: Year Courses Freshman CLA 199 (H), HON 100, HON 291 Sophomore Six credit hours from honors elective courses Junior Three credit hours from honors elective courses Rising juniors complete the immersive summer experience* Senior Honors 400-level Major Course and participation in the Honors Symposium *Honors students with 60+ credit hours of transfer credit will take HON 301 instead of CLA 199 (H) and HON 291 in their first year. | 2025-2026 | www.lmc.edu | |
| transfer_credit | The Independent Comprehensive Articulation Agreement consists of the following coursework: Composition 6 credit hours Communications 3 credit hours Humanities and Fine Arts 6 credit hours Social and Behavioral Science 9 credit hours Math 3–4 credit hours Natural Sciences 4 credit hours Additional General Electives 13–14 credit hours TOTAL 45 Credit Hours Students transferring from a regionally-accredited institution who have not satisfied the Independent Comprehensive Articulation Agreement will be required to complete the general education requirements. Transfer students who need information about transfer of credit should contact the Registrar. | 2025-2026 | www.lmc.edu | |
| transfer_credit | Department of Education recognized accrediting agency or comparable international counterpart, OR 60 semester/90 quarter hours or better of transfer credit with a grade of “C” or better in all transferred coursework. Life Experience Credit Policy Students in any major who have relevant work experience in their field of study may be eligible for life experience credit (LEC) for certain transfer courses. Students may be awarded up to 9 hours of transfer credit. | 2025-2026 | www.lmc.edu | |
| transfer_credit | Each transcript is evaluated individually to help determine the number of transferable credit hours. Transcript evaluations are pending until confirmation of receiving official transcript showing final transfer credit or degree earned. Department of Education recognized accrediting agency or comparable international counterpart and who have satisfied the Independent Comprehensive Articulation Agreement will be considered as having met the college’s general education requirements. Up to 12 credit hours of "D"s may be accepted for students who transfer to Lees-McRae College with an earned associate degree. Transfer students must be eligible to return to the last school attended and may not be under suspension or probation. Guaranteed Admission Program Students wishing to transfer to Lees-McRae from one of our partner schools and earn their bachelor’s degree may be eligible to take advantage of our Guaranteed Admission Programs, which include both main campus and online degree options. | 2026-2027 | www.lmc.edu | |
| transfer_credit | The following courses are required of honors students: Year Courses Freshman HON 100 (EL), CLA 199 (H), three credits hours from honors electives Sophomore Six credit hours from honors electives Junior Three credit hours from honors elective courses and an immersive summer experience* Senior Honors 400-level Major Course and participation in the Honors Symposium *Honors students with 60+ credit hours of transfer credit will take HON 301 instead of CLA 199 (H) and HON 291 in their first year. | 2026-2027 | www.lmc.edu | |
| transfer_credit | The Independent Comprehensive Articulation Agreement consists of the following coursework: Composition 6 credit hours Communications 3 credit hours Humanities and Fine Arts 6 credit hours Social and Behavioral Science 9 credit hours Math 3–4 credit hours Natural Sciences 4 credit hours Additional General Electives 13–14 credit hours TOTAL 45 Credit Hours Students transferring from a regionally-accredited institution who have not satisfied the Independent Comprehensive Articulation Agreement will be required to complete the general education requirements. Transfer students who need information about transfer of credit should contact the Registrar. Examples include, but are not limited to, Straighterline, Study.com, Sophia Learning, etc. Writing Across the Curriculum (WAC) The Writing Across the Curriculum program at Lees-McRae College provides opportunities for cross-curricular exploration and skill transfer through the writing courses offered across all disciplines. | 2026-2027 | www.lmc.edu | |
| transfer_credit | Department of Education recognized accrediting agency or comparable international counterpart, OR 60 semester/90 quarter hours or better of transfer credit with a grade of “C” or better in all transferred coursework. Examples include, but are not limited to, Straighterline, Study.com, Sophia Learning, etc. Life Experience Credit Policy Students in any major who have relevant work experience in their field of study may be eligible for life experience credit (LEC) for certain transfer courses. Students may be awarded up to 9 hours of transfer credit. | 2026-2027 | www.lmc.edu | |
| transfer_credit | Accepted transfer credits count as both attempted and earned hours. | 2026-2027 | www.lmc.edu | |
| transfer_credit | Transfer Credits Graduate coursework may be transferred into the institution to fulfill degree program requirements if a grade of “C” or higher was earned at an institution accredited by a U.S. No quality points are transferred; therefore, the student’s GPA is calculated only on work done at Lees-McRae College. | 2026-2027 | www.lmc.edu | |
| transfer_credit | No more than 12 credit hours of individualized study may be applied toward any program of study. Students interested in participating in experiential study away programs, either international or domestic, should confer with their academic advisors and meet with the Vice President for Academic Affairs to discuss options and procedures for program approval and transfer of credit and financial aid. | 2026-2027 | www.lmc.edu | |
| transfer_credit | Each transcript is evaluated individually to help determine the number of transferable credit hours. Transcript evaluations are pending until confirmation of receiving official transcript showing final transfer credit or degree earned. Up to 12 credit hours of "D"s may be accepted for students who transfer to Lees-McRae College with an earned associate degree. Transfer students must be eligible to return to the last school attended and may not be under suspension or probation. | 2025-2026 | www.lmc.edu | |
| Academic Standards | transfer_credit | Accepted transfer credits count as both attempted and earned hours. All attempted hours are counted, including transfer hours, whether or not financial aid was received or the course work was successfully completed. | 2026 | www.lmc.edu |
| Academic Standards | transfer_credit | Accepted transfer credits count as both attempted and earned hours. All attempted hours are counted, including transfer hours, whether or not financial aid was received or the course work was successfully completed. | 0632 | www.lmc.edu |
| Dual-enrolled/Early College/Additional College Credit | transfer_credit | However, to ensure transfer credit, we will need official college transcripts reflecting final grades of the dual enrolled courses prior to your enrollment at Lees-McRae. The amount of transferred credit will vary. Score of Four: Three to four credit hours of college credit may be awarded for the appropriate Lees-McRae equivalent course. Score of Five: Six to eight credit hours of college credit may be awarded for the appropriate Lees-McRae equivalent course(s). CLEP (College Level Examination Program) Score of 50: Three to four credit hours of college credit may be awarded for each test taken with a score of 50 or higher for the appropriate Lees-McRae equivalent course. International Baccalaureate Diploma Score of Five: Three to four credit hours of college credit may be awarded for the appropriate Lees-McRae equivalent course. | 2026 | www.lmc.edu |
| Glossary of Terms | prior_learning | Advanced Placement (AP) Credit and/or advanced standing in certain course sequences that postsecondary institutions may offer to high school students who have taken high-level courses and passed certain examinations. | 2026 | www.lmc.edu |
| Glossary of Terms | prior_learning | Advanced Placement (AP) Credit and/or advanced standing in certain course sequences that postsecondary institutions may offer to high school students who have taken high-level courses and passed certain examinations. | 1141 | www.lmc.edu |
| Independent Study | transfer_credit | Students interested in participating in experiential study away programs, either international or domestic, should confer with their academic advisors and meet with the Vice President for Academic Affairs to discuss options and procedures for program approval and transfer of credit and financial aid. | 2025-2026 | www.lmc.edu |
| Life Experience Credit Policy | transfer_credit | Students in any major who have relevant work experience in their field of study may be eligible for life experience credit (LEC) for certain transfer courses. Students may be awarded up to 9 hours of transfer credit. | 2025-2026 | www.lmc.edu |
| Quantitative Standard-PACE | transfer_credit | Accepted transfer credits count as both attempted and earned hours. | 2025-2026 | www.lmc.edu |
| Repeated Courses | transfer_credit | However, a course taken elsewhere and transferred into the College can function as a repeat to a course taken at Lees-McRae College although that course remains subject to the “Transfer of Academic Credit” policy. For example, the grade earned must be a “C” or better, it can appear on the Lees-McRae transcript only with a grade of “Pass,” and no quality points are transferred, but it can nullify the original course grade. | 2024-2025 | www.lmc.edu |
| TOTAL 45 Credit Hours | transfer_credit | Students transferring from a regionally-accredited institution who have not satisfied the Independent Comprehensive Articulation Agreement will be required to complete the general education requirements. Transfer students who need information about transfer of credit should contact the Registrar. | 2025-2026 | www.lmc.edu |
| Transfer | transfer_credit | Each transcript is evaluated individually to determine the number of transferable credit hours. Transcript evaluations are pending until receipt of official transcript showing final transfer credit or degree earned is confirmed. | 2026 | www.lmc.edu |
| Transfer Credits | transfer_credit | Transfer Credits Graduate coursework may be transferred into the institution to fulfill degree program requirements if a grade of “C” or higher was earned at an institution accredited by a U.S. Department of Education recognized accrediting agency or comparable international counterpart. Such courses are listed on the Lees-McRae College transcript with hours attempted, hours earned, and a grade of “Pass” (P). No quality points are transferred; therefore, the student’s GPA is calculated only on work done at Lees-McRae College. | 2025-2026 | www.lmc.edu |
| Transferring techniques: A guide from the Office of Admission | transfer_credit | You have put a lot of hard work into earning credits, so you need to ask what will transfer . All colleges and universities will have different criteria pertaining to transfer credits. Well, it means that the general education courses you took at your community college are required to transfer over as general education credits at your next school. | 2026 | www.lmc.edu |
| Transferring techniques: A guide from the Office of Admission | transfer_credit | All colleges and universities will have different criteria pertaining to transfer credits. Well, it means that the general education courses you took at your community college are required to transfer over as general education credits at your next school. | 1216 | www.lmc.edu |
| Undergraduate Admissions | transfer_credit | However, to ensure transfer credit, we will need official college transcripts reflecting final grades of the dual enrolled courses prior to your enrollment at Lees-McRae. The amount of transferred credit will vary. Each transcript is evaluated individually to determine the number of transferable credit hours. Transcript evaluations are pending until receipt of official transcript showing final transfer credit or degree earned is confirmed. | 0028 | www.lmc.edu |
Agreements 11
| Title | Type | Effective | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| COST AND FINANCIAL AID Surry Community College Partnership Seated cohorts for Elementary Education, Special Education, and Nursing are offered at Surry Community College (SCC) in Dobson, North Carolina. | partnership | www.lmc.edu | |
| Guaranteed Admission Program | guaranteed-admission | www.lmc.edu | |
| Lees-McRae College expands Memorandum of Understanding partnership with area high schools to include Ashe County | mou | www.lmc.edu | |
| Lees-McRae College expands partnership with local high schools through latest Memorandum of Understanding with Mitchell High School | mou | www.lmc.edu | |
| Lees-McRae College is also a member of the NC Independent Colleges tuition exchange program. | exchange | www.lmc.edu | |
| Lees-McRae College partners with Avery County High School on Memorandum of Understanding that opens doors for local students | mou | www.lmc.edu | |
| Lees-McRae College signs Memorandum of Understanding with Mountain Heritage High School | mou | www.lmc.edu | |
| Phi Theta Kappa 2024 Transfer Honor Roll recognizes Lees-McRae transfer program | guaranteed-admission | www.lmc.edu | |
| Phi Theta Kappa 2024 Transfer Honor Roll recognizes Lees-McRae transfer program | transfer | www.lmc.edu | |
| Read More >> February 19, 2018 [NCICU] RN to BSN process streamlined for students In an agreement between the North Carolina Community College System and North Carolina Independent Universities and Colleges, it is now easier than ever for registered nurses with associate degrees to obtain their bachelor's degrees. | partnership | www.lmc.edu | |
| This year’s distance learning recipient was Elementary Education major Pamela Hege, who studied through the college’s partnership with Surry Community College, and the main campus recipient was Nursing major Sarah Quaye. | partnership | www.lmc.edu |
Pathways 1
| Title | Type | CIP | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elementary Education (online) Elementary Education Bachelor of Science (ONLINE) | mapping-guide | www.lmc.edu |
Comparability 54
Accreditation 23
| Accreditor | Scope | Awarded | Expires | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| a | Students must have completed an Associate of Arts/Associate of Science degree from an institution | www.lmc.edu | ||
| a U | www.lmc.edu | |||
| a U | www.lmc.edu | |||
| a U | www.lmc.edu | |||
| a U | www.lmc.edu | |||
| a U | www.lmc.edu | |||
| a U | www.lmc.edu | |||
| a U | www.lmc.edu | |||
| a U | Associate degree or equivalent from an institution | www.lmc.edu | ||
| a U | www.lmc.edu | |||
| a U | www.lmc.edu | |||
| a U | www.lmc.edu | |||
| NCDPI and approved by SACSCOC | (NCSCS). The Special Education General Curriculum program | www.lmc.edu | ||
| NCDPI, and therefore, affords graduates opportunities for licensure and employment | program | www.lmc.edu | ||
| the American of College Honor Societies, Alpha Phi Sigma recognizes the academic excellence of criminal justice students throughout the US, Guam, and Canada | www.lmc.edu | |||
| the Association of College Honor Societies | www.lmc.edu | |||
| the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education | Nursing degree program at Lees-McRae College | www.lmc.edu | ||
| the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction (NCDPI) | Teacher Education program is approved/ | www.lmc.edu | ||
| the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges | institution | www.lmc.edu | ||
| the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) | institution | www.lmc.edu | ||
| the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award baccalaureate and master’s degrees | institution | www.lmc.edu | ||
| the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges to award baccalaureate degrees | institution | www.lmc.edu | ||
| the Southern Association Special Education BA, BS M, L | institution | www.lmc.edu |
Academic calendar 97
| Label | Kind | Date | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| 267 students from the Class of 2026 graduated in a Commencement ceremony on Tate Lawn on | Saturday, May 9 | www.lmc.edu | |
| A small group of students, faculty, staff, and community members gathered in Miller Commons on | Friday, Nov. 11 | www.lmc.edu | |
| Advising and Registration for Fall 2025 | registration | February 17–March 28 | www.lmc.edu |
| Advising and Registration for Spring 2025 | registration | October 7–November 8 | www.lmc.edu |
| After a rendition of “The Star-Spangled Banner” by college vocal ensemble The Highlanders, Campus Chaplain Rev. Ted Henry gave an invocation and a brief history of Veterans Day. The federal holiday is celebrated annually on | Nov. 11 | www.lmc.edu | |
| Alumni, families, faculty, or staff can register by visiting lmc.edu/tailgate and clicking the “Tailgate Registration” button near the top of the page. When the registration opens on | registration | August 28 | www.lmc.edu |
| Another cohort of Bobcats turn their tassels at Commencement 2026 267 students from the Class of 2026 graduated in a Commencement ceremony on Tate Lawn on | Saturday, May 9 | www.lmc.edu | |
| At the 100 Days Until Graduation event this year on | Thursday, Jan. 26 | www.lmc.edu | |
| Before walking across the Commencement stage make sure you have a tassel to turn. All graduating students must place cap and gown orders by | Friday, March 1 | www.lmc.edu | |
| BobcatFest will join the schedule alongside long-time favorites like the Green and Gold Brunch with President Lee King from 9 to 10:30 a.m. in Evans Auditorium on | Saturday, Sept. 30 | www.lmc.edu | |
| Come set up your pre-reserved tailgate spot at Tate Field for the full day of Bobcat Athletics. Tailgating registration for alumni and families opens | registration | August 24 | www.lmc.edu |
| Commencement | May 10 | www.lmc.edu | |
| Commencement exercises for the Class of 2027 will be held | Saturday, May 8 | www.lmc.edu | |
| Commencement for all on-campus and online/distance learning graduates will be held on Tate Lawn at 10 a.m. on | Saturday, May 10 | www.lmc.edu | |
| Commencement for the Class of 2025 is only a few weeks away, and now is the time to complete those final assignments, solidify those post-graduate plans, and accomplish those last few bucket list items as you prepare to walk across the stage on | Saturday, May 10 | www.lmc.edu | |
| Commencement is right around the corner, and the next few weeks are full of fun celebrations, traditions, and final assignments for the Class of 2026. This year’s ceremony will be held | Saturday, May 9 | www.lmc.edu | |
| Commencement weekend kicks off on the morning of | Friday, May 6 | www.lmc.edu | |
| Commencement will be held on Tate Lawn at 11 a.m. on | Saturday, May 4 | www.lmc.edu | |
| December graduates and online/distance learning students who did not select the option to receive their regalia by mail may pick up their cap and gown at Commencement rehearsal at 1:30 p.m. on | Friday, May 9 | www.lmc.edu | |
| Don’t miss the opportunity to catch the latest cutting-edge ski film from TGR. The screening will be held at the South Campus Amphitheater on | Friday, March 22 | www.lmc.edu | |
| Día de la Raza, or “day of the race,” also falls in the Hispanic Heritage Month window on | Oct. 12 | www.lmc.edu | |
| Easter Holiday; No Classes | April 17–18 | www.lmc.edu | |
| Evans Auditorium in Cannon Student Center was bustling with excited seniors as they learned everything there is to know about senior year and graduation at the second annual 100 Days Until Graduation event. The event took place | Thursday, Jan. 27 | www.lmc.edu | |
| Even non-Theatre Arts students should add a Lees-McRae theatrical production to their college bucket list. “James and the Giant Peach,” which opens on | Thursday, Feb. 23 | www.lmc.edu | |
| Fall Break; No Classes | October 21–22 | www.lmc.edu | |
| Fall Semester Ends | term-end | December 12 | www.lmc.edu |
| Final Exams | December 9–11 | www.lmc.edu | |
| Final Exams | May 3 | www.lmc.edu | |
| First Day of Classes | term-start | August 19 | www.lmc.edu |
| First Day of Classes | term-start | January 13 | www.lmc.edu |
| First Day of Classes | term-start | May 19 | www.lmc.edu |
| First Day of Classes | term-start | October 14 | www.lmc.edu |
| First Day of Classes | term-start | March 10 | www.lmc.edu |
| Happy Take a Walk in the Park Day, Bobcats! Celebrated each year on | March 30 | www.lmc.edu | |
| Hear more about Rensing’s journey at Lees-McRae and her dreams for the future at Commencement where she will be one of two student speakers to deliver a Commencement address. The Commencement ceremony will be held at 11 a.m. on | Saturday, May 6 | www.lmc.edu | |
| Hickey’s presentation will begin at 11:30 a.m. in Evans Auditorium on Saturday. His talk will be followed by a question and answer session at 1:15 p.m. in room 120 of the Dotti M. Shelton Learning Commons. The event is open to all students, faculty and staff (registration closes | registration | February 22 | www.lmc.edu |
| Homecoming and Family Weekend 2026 tailgate registration opens | registration | August 24 | www.lmc.edu |
| However, the week was not all high-stress. Just one day prior, on | Friday, May 5 | www.lmc.edu | |
| In 2025, Lees-McRae College is celebrating its 125th anniversary, and on | Saturday, May 10 | www.lmc.edu | |
| In addition, several deserving students will receive a Jim & Kay Lauritsen Scholarship, in recognition of their continued excellence and demonstrated commitment to the values of the Honors Program. These awards are $2,000-$3,000 annually ($8,000-$12,000 over four years) and are given in addition to any other merit scholarship received. This year’s event that will take place on | Saturday, February 20, 2027 | www.lmc.edu | |
| In celebration of the graduates’ success, both at the championships and in the classroom over the last four years, faculty, staff, and loved ones gathered for a special Commencement ceremony on Pinnacle Deck on | Tuesday, May 12 | www.lmc.edu | |
| Join us! The Wildlife Symposium is set for | September 4-6, 2026 | www.lmc.edu | |
| Last day to withdraw for a 50 percent refund is | Monday, Sep. 7 | www.lmc.edu | |
| Last day to withdraw for a 50 percent refund is | Wednesday, Aug. 26 | www.lmc.edu | |
| Last day to withdraw for a 50 percent refund is | Wednesday, Oct. 21 | www.lmc.edu | |
| Last day to withdraw for a 50 percent refund is | Monday, Feb. 1 | www.lmc.edu | |
| Last day to withdraw for a 50 percent refund is | Thursday, Jan. 21 | www.lmc.edu | |
| Last day to withdraw for a 50 percent refund is | Wednesday, March 17 | www.lmc.edu | |
| Last day to withdraw for an 80 percent refund is | Friday, Aug. 21 | www.lmc.edu | |
| Last day to withdraw for an 80 percent refund is | Tuesday, Aug. 18 | www.lmc.edu | |
| Last day to withdraw for an 80 percent refund is | Tuesday, Oct. 13 | www.lmc.edu | |
| Last day to withdraw for an 80 percent refund is | Friday, Jan. 15 | www.lmc.edu | |
| Last day to withdraw for an 80 percent refund is | Tuesday, Jan. 12 | www.lmc.edu | |
| Last day to withdraw for an 80 percent refund is | Tuesday, March 9 | www.lmc.edu | |
| Last Day to Withdraw from First Eight-week Courses | September 18 | www.lmc.edu | |
| Last Day to Withdraw from First Eight-week Courses | February 12 | www.lmc.edu | |
| Last Day to Withdraw from Full-semester Courses | October 25 | www.lmc.edu | |
| Last Day to Withdraw from Full-semester Courses | March 21 | www.lmc.edu | |
| Last Day to Withdraw from Second Eight-week Courses | November 13 | www.lmc.edu | |
| Last Day to Withdraw from Second Eight-week Courses | April 16 | www.lmc.edu | |
| Last Day to Withdraw from Second Eight-week Courses | April 9 | www.lmc.edu | |
| Learn more about Gaitan’s journey at Lees-McRae and the future path she has built for herself at Commencement on | Saturday, May 6 | www.lmc.edu | |
| Lees-McRae College awarded 251 degrees, the largest number in College history, during commencement exercises | Saturday, May 7 | www.lmc.edu | |
| Lees-McRae College awarded 251 degrees, the largest number in College history, during commencement exercises on | Saturday, May 7 | www.lmc.edu | |
| Lees-McRae College conferred degrees upon 214 graduates during commencement exercises | Saturday, May 9 | www.lmc.edu | |
| Lees-McRae College is proud to announce that Dianne L. May has been chosen to receive an honorary Doctor of Humanities at this year’s commencement ceremony on | May 7, 2016 | www.lmc.edu | |
| Lees-McRae College will hold its annual commencement ceremony on | Saturday, May 9 | www.lmc.edu | |
| Main campus students may pick up orders at The Exchange Bookstore after | Monday, April 8 | www.lmc.edu | |
| Mark Reed, a nationally ranked private school leader and trustee for several regional and domestic boards, will speak during the spring Commencement Ceremony on | Saturday, May 6 | www.lmc.edu | |
| Misty skies and cloud-blanketed mountains could not stymie the sunny disposition of the class of 2024 as they celebrated the completion of their undergraduate journeys in a Commencement ceremony in Williams Gymnasium on the afternoon of | Saturday, May 4 | www.lmc.edu | |
| MLK, Jr. Holiday; No Classes | January 20 | www.lmc.edu | |
| Old issues of the Lees-McRae Ontaroga yearbook decked the tables, symbolizing the next step for the seniors who filed into Evans Auditorium on | Thursday, Jan. 26 | www.lmc.edu | |
| On | Saturday, May 4 | www.lmc.edu | |
| On | Friday, Jan. 26 | www.lmc.edu | |
| Pick up graduation regalia from The Exchange Bookstore now. Online/Distance Learning graduates may pick up their orders at Commencement rehearsal on | Friday, May 3 | www.lmc.edu | |
| Post-Graduation Career Plans: On | May 12 | www.lmc.edu | |
| Preparations for the season will begin shortly after the first day of classes, with fall auditions being held | term-start | Thursday, Aug. 18 | www.lmc.edu |
| Registration deadline for both sessions is | registration | Sunday, June 11 | www.lmc.edu |
| Registration for both the June and July orientation sessions is still open. Summer orientation is offered free of cost for committed students, but the enrollment commitment fee must be paid prior to registering. All new students starting at Lees-McRae this fall are required to attend either the | registration | June 21-23 | www.lmc.edu |
| Registration for the indoor airsoft experience opens on | registration | Monday, April 1 | www.lmc.edu |
| Registration for the Spring 2026 semester closes on | registration | Friday, Nov. 7 | www.lmc.edu |
| Registration for the Wildlife Science Summer Program will be open until | registration | May 10, 2026 | www.lmc.edu |
| Registration for the ziplining experience opens on | registration | Friday, March 1 | www.lmc.edu |
| RSVP for the Commencement and Baccalaureate ceremonies by | Friday, April 26 | www.lmc.edu | |
| RSVP for the Commencement and Baccalaureate ceremonies: Fill out the registration form below to reserve your seat at Commencement, and the pre-graduation Baccalaureate Ceremony. Baccalaureate, the annual hooding ceremony tradition held prior to Commencement, will be held at 7 p.m. on | registration | Friday, May 9 | www.lmc.edu |
| Seven students and four faculty members embarked on a journey to Haiti during spring break from | March 2-11 | www.lmc.edu | |
| Spring Break; No Classes | March 10–14 | www.lmc.edu | |
| Spring Semester Ends | term-end | May 7 | www.lmc.edu |
| Students who would like to receive their upcoming semester schedule at orientation must complete the required class registration items listed in the New Student Portal by | registration | June 1 | www.lmc.edu |
| Tailgate Registration (Opens | registration | Aug. 24 | www.lmc.edu |
| Thank you for securing your camper’s spot with your deposit! To complete your registration, please submit the remaining balance using the link below by | registration | May 25, 2026 | www.lmc.edu |
| The Christian celebration of Easter is celebrated around the same time as Passover each year. Ranging anytime from | March 22 | www.lmc.edu | |
| The commencement ceremony at Lees-McRae College on | Saturday, May 5 | www.lmc.edu | |
| This summer will be the 13th year of the residential program at Lees-McRae. This year’s session will begin | Sunday, June 11 | www.lmc.edu | |
| This year’s commencement ceremony will be held on | Saturday, May 6 | www.lmc.edu | |
| This year’s commencement ceremony will be held on | Saturday, May 7 | www.lmc.edu | |
| Under blue skies and sunshine, the sound of bagpipes rang out across Tate Lawn as the Class of 2026 celebrated the completion of their bachelor's and master's degrees in a Commencement ceremony on | Saturday, May 9 | www.lmc.edu |
Not yet held
- Street address
- Not in our database
- Frameworks
- Harvested, none found · Harvest
- Certifications
- Loaded, not held · Serve
- References
- Harvested, none found · Harvest
An empty section is a gap in our capture, not in the college's catalog. Each one names our step that has not reached it yet: Gather, Harvest or Serve.
Every fact on this page is from Lees-McRae College's own published catalog, cited where it appears. Read from CourseShelf publish 61, built 2026-10-22.