About
Warren Wilson is an innovative, radically inclusive, experiential liberal arts and sciences college committed to excellence and access. We are the only college that promises hands-on, community-engaged courses, research, an internship, and on-campus work for every student in every major.
Our Progressive Promise for All
By doing what you’re learning — in our classrooms, our Work Program, and our communities — you’ll be empowered with the tools and confidence to find your own purpose in service to the common good.
The Lay of the Land
1,000+ Acre Campus
Our campus is surrounded by mountains, forests and farms, just up the road from beautiful Asheville, North Carolina.
797 Students
We’re a small, tight-knit community, with a 12-1 student-to-faculty ratio. This is a place where friends become family.
50+ Programs of Study
You can mix and match to suit your interests — a practice that’s highly encouraged here.
Climate-Forward Experiential Learning
Our Center for Working Lands—including farm, forest, garden, and green spaces—offers you the chance to explore and experiment with balancing ecological goals with economic and social benefits. We’ll connect you to real-world problems and solutions through experiential education and research.
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A Community Focused on the Future
We all come from different disciplines, but have something in common — an unwavering drive to make a difference in the world around us. Rejecting preconceived notions is encouraged, and asking bold questions is commonplace. Big dreams are welcome here, because we want to build the kind of community that can bring them to life.
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