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Charlotte Mecklenburg Schools
The public school system in Charlotte-Mecklenburg has a rich and complex history. Built upon the efforts of many individuals who firmly believed in the importance of education to this community, public schools in this area have had a tremendous impact on the growth and economy of the region -as well as the thousands of individuals it has served.

For more information on the Charlotte-Mecklenburg School System, visit the Charlotte-Mecklenburg School System web site.

University of North Carolina - UNCC
UNC Charlotte is one of a generation of universities founded in metropolitan areas of the United States immediately after World War II in response to rising education demands generated by the war and its technology. The fourth largest UNC campus, dedicated to excellence in teaching, practical research, and expert public service.
For more information on the University of North Carolina Charlotte, visit the University of North Carolina Charlotte web site.

Belmont Abbey College
What makes Belmont Abbey College unique, however, is that it strives to do all of these things in the context of the Catholic Benedictine heritage that has nourished the College community since its founding in 1876. Students thus learn not only the transferable skills and knowledge they need to be successful in a constantly changing world; they are also exposed to the values that will help them live good, and ultimately happy, lives, striving to improve not only themselves, but society as well. For more information on Belmont Abbey College, visit the Belmont Abbey College web site. .

Central Piedmont Community College - CPCC
Central Piedmont Community College is an innovative and comprehensive college that advances the life-long educational development of students consistent with their needs, interests, and abilities while strengthening the economic, social, and cultural life of its diverse community. The College accomplishes this purpose by providing high-quality, flexible pre-baccalaureate and career-focused educational programs and services which are academically, geographically, and financially accessible. This purpose requires a fundamental commitment to teaching and learning excellence within a supportive environment.
For more information on Central Piedmont Community College, visit the Central Piedmont Community College web site. .

Davidson College
Davidson is a college campus where century-old trees and brick buildings blend with state-of-the-art technology and top-notch facilities A place where you will know faculty and faculty will know you; where there is one faculty member for every eleven students; and where 98% of graduating seniors remember being frequent guests in professors' homes. A college that seeks bright, ambitious students, and that will meet 100 percent of demonstrated financial need. A home of opportunity to collaborate with professors, to research ideas and theories, and to publish papers in scholarly journals. A fun-filled campus, where you will enjoy well-earned breaks--both planned and spontaneous--to exercise, compete athletically, socialize, or simply hang out with friends. A trusting community where exams can be self-scheduled and unproctored; where your backpack will stay where you left it; and where honor and respect form the core of your relationships with others. A place where NCAA Division I athletes pack their books along with their cleats for away games. For more information on Davidson College, visit the Davidson College web site. .

Johnson C. Smith University
JCSU continues to be heralded as one of the best small colleges in the nation as evidence of this years Best Colleges Guide recently released by U.S. News and World Report. JCSU advanced to 22nd (top tier) among the best southern comprehensive colleges and soared to number two among the best values in the South.
For more information on Johnson C. Smith University, visit the Johnson C. Smith University web site. .

Queens University
Queens University of Charlotte, private and Presbyterian, educates students for noble lives, productive careers, and responsible citizenship, all within a changing global community. Queens seeks national preeminence as a student-centered university that enhances the traditional liberal arts with career preparation to provide an education that is both intellectually challenging and practical. For more information on Queens University, visit the Queens University web site. .

Pfeiffer University - Charlotte Campus
Pfeiffer University is a comprehensive United Methodist-related university, with multiple campuses and delivery systems, committed to educational excellence, service, and scholarship. Within nurturing communities of learners, we value diversity and promote the attainment of full academic and personal potential through accessible undergraduate and graduate programs. It is the vision of the university that our students embrace the Christian values of human dignity, integrity, and service as they become servant leaders and lifelong learners. For more information on Pfeiffer University, visit the Pfeiffer University web site. .

 
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