Livingstone College is a private historically black college that is secured by a strong commitment to quality instruction, academic excellence and student success. Through a Christian-based environment suitable for holistic learning, Livingstone provides excellent business, liberal arts, STEAM, teacher education and workforce development programs for students from all ethnic backgrounds designed to promote lifelong learning, and to develop student potential for leadership and service to a global community.

Livingstone College offers a “Total Learning Environment” with its holistic approach to academic preparation. Livingstone maintains a student-centered environment and approach to learning. The College is dedicated to providing a first-rate education and preparing students to be leaders in their communities, fields of study and today’s global society. Many advantages of choosing Livingstone College include:

TRADITION and A CHRISTIAN – BASED ENVIRONMENT – Livingstone College has a rich history uniquely steeped in the tradition of the African Methodist Episcopal Zion Church.

MERIT-BASED SCHOLARSHIPS – Greater rewards for your academic success in high school.

LOCATION – Easily accessible, central location right off I-85 for residents of North Carolina and surrounding states.

FLEXIBILITY – Classes and study options to meet students’ schedules — day, weekend and evening college, double major, minor and continuing education.

AFFORDABLE – Relatively low-cost tuition, the availability of financial aid and no out-of-state tuition and fees.

DEDICATED FACULTY and HIGH-QUALITY INSTRUCTION – Faculty members with years of experience, both teaching and working in their fields. STUDY ABROAD – Take undergraduate and graduate courses from faculty from around the world to enhance your perspective.

LOW STUDENT-FACULTY RATIO – Smaller classes with more personal attention and support.

SUPPORTIVE ENVIRONMENT – Support at each stage of your college education – from enrollment counseling, tutoring for students and assistance with internships – to career assistance upon graduation.

HONORS PROGRAM – Join and enjoy focused personalized experience in all fields of study including the following: honors classes taught by dynamic faculty; a strong mentoring experience with faculty and professionals; priority course registration; the chance for honors housing; participation in pre-professional leadership training and honors conferences and competitions; recognition at Honors Convocation; graduation honors distinction regalia; and honors designation on transcripts.

Students are automatically considered for academic scholarships upon admission to Livingstone College. No scholarship application is required, as academic credentials from the admission application will be reviewed.

Livingstone College has a vibrant and interactive campus life. Here, students have many opportunities to participate in activities and organizations that support their academic, cultural, social, spiritual, political, and athletic interests and preferences. You will find classrooms, computer labs, the Andrew Carnegie Library, and the dining hall within steps of your residence hall. Located in the center of our campus, the Andrew Carnegie Library provides Livingstone College’s intellectual community with a wealth of information, resources, and services to enrich learning and research. Campus dining is a key part of campus social life, allowing students to meet friends and unwind while providing an appetizing menu option for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. With 12 Division II athletic teams, cheering on your fellow Blue Bears is just one of the cornerstones of the student experience. Students get free tickets to most games with some exceptions. There are more than 80 clubs, teams, and organizations, so you will quickly meet new friends and discover new interests.