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  • University Storm Recovery Updates

    UPDATE: Tuesday, Oct. 29, 8:30 a.m.
    We are pleased to announce that Wi-Fi service has been restored to the Asheville Center. Current students, faculty, and staff may now access the building for study, work or other necessary activities. Please note there may be occasional short outages as our service provider continues the recovery process.

    Drinking water is not available in the building. Some bottled water is available on site, but we encourage anyone using the building to bring their own drinking water if possible. The bathrooms on site now have working toilets.

    We appreciate your patience and understanding as we navigate the challenges posed by Hurricane Helene. Please stay tuned for further updates.

    University Storm Recovery Updates

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We invite you to discover your life-changing experience at LR. Explore and visit our campus.

The Lenoir-Rhyne Experience


We believe our university experience provides you with degree opportunities, support networks and affordability. Our alumni and student testimonials speak for themselves.

Matt Cannon

Lenoir-Rhyne is unique because if you take one step out of your comfort zone, you’ll be rewarded with so many opportunities. I’ve done more at LR than I could’ve possibly done at any other place.

Matt Cannon '19, Biology

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Our university is home to many programs, including nursing, sciences, education, business and liberal arts. You will have the opportunity to do internships, study abroad and service-learning experiences to further your education outside the classroom. Choose from more than 50 undergraduate programs to start on your path to achieving your degree.

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Juan Martinez

The highlight of my LR experience was traveling to Ireland with LR A Capella. Visiting the Cliffs of Moher, Dublin, Belfast and Galway were some of the best experiences of my life.

Juan Martinez '21, Exercise Science

Campus Life 


At Lenoir-Rhyne, you can easily access everything that makes college life complete:

  • 60+ student organizations and activities scheduled throughout the year.
  • Multiple dining opportunities ranging from our dining hall to Chick-fil-A, Joe's Coffee and more.
  • Access to a fitness center, pool, athletic facilities and intramural offerings.
  • Health and wellness support.
  • Locations for study, quiet reflection and more.

We offer an inclusive and safe atmosphere where you can gather with friends, take a break from studying, hang out and relax.

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Diversity, Equity & Inclusion


The Lenoir-Rhyne community, seeks to ensure LR is a place where all of our students, faculty and staff feel welcome and can thrive. Our Office of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion works closely with administration, faculty and staff to be inclusive, in providing an excellent educational and work experience.

We value everyone regardless of culture, religion, gender, race or socioeconomic status. We are committed to finding strength in our differences and producing leaders who embrace and advance diversity, equity and inclusion. 

It is through meaningful interactions with those who do not look like us nor share similar backgrounds, where we as a community are better equipped to understand who we are and ultimately who we can become. By valuing these differences and all that we share, you learn how to interact effectively with a wide variety of people, which builds community and prepares you for the world after Lenoir-Rhyne.

Go Beyond What’s Expected


We don’t just offer a world-class education—we create a community of passionate learners to lift you up and inspire you to become your best self.

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15:1
Student to Faculty Ratio
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$30M
Provided in student financial aid each year
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News & Events

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Stephanie Watts '11, M.A. '24, reflects on the joyful balancing act of fostering.

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Eric Dunaway sits on the steps of the Rhyne Building

In the Navy, Eric Dunaway '26 helped rescue refugees. Then he had to rescue himself. Now he's looking to a future supporting his fellow veterans.

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