Sponsored Content

Three reasons to apply to UNC Asheville this week

Find out why College Application Week makes makes this a great week to apply to UNC Asheville.

Sponsored by
AVL.RAL.TBAY.GVL-UNC Asheville campus-10.16.23.jpg

College Application Week is hosted by the College Foundation of North Carolina — so applicants must apply through the CFNC website to get fees waived.

Photo provided by UNC Asheville

Looking for a university that not only paves the way to a career, but also provides a well-rounded education and nationally-recognized faculty (and a beautiful campus to boot)?

We’ve got three reasons this is the week to consider completing your education journey at UNC Asheville.

1. Location, location, location.

UNC Asheville is beautifully situated in 500,000 acres of forests and just ~one mile from Asheville’s innovative and creative downtown — making it the perfect place to explore the mountainous outdoors, as well as Asheville’s arts, music, crafts, and culinary scenes.

2. The professor-student ratio is 11:1.

With an average class size of 14, UNC Asheville is known for professors who are dedicated to student success through mentoring, hands-on learning + undergraduate research opportunities.

3. It’s College Application Week this week.

From Monday, Oct. 16-Friday, Oct. 20, UNC Asheville is among the participating NC colleges that are waiving their application fees for College Application Week yes, that means you can apply for free.

See “Where it all starts”

More from GVLtoday
Bookmark this guide for a curated list of events taking place each month that we’re most looking forward to.
Sponsored
A 17-room concept at 101 College St. blends historic charm with Art Nouveau design — plus a rooftop bar, restaurant, and speakeasy-style club.
The Bassmaster Classic hooks another return to Lake Hartwell — and a major economic catch for Greenville.
The annual food and wine festival features events similar to the main euphoria festival, which will take place Sept. 19-22. Proceeds from euphoria events support local nonprofits that fight food insecurity in Greenville.
As the city explores making the block pedestrian-only, design plans for a new eight-story building on Court Street were just approved.
Trueline is launching founding memberships for its private Green Room club, offering exclusive access, priority ticketing, and elevated hospitality ahead of its 2026 opening.
You can’t scroll without seeing a WIP Wednesday or a Finish Friday, so whether you’re an experienced stitcher or new to needlepoint, we’re rounding up where you can get canvases, supplies, accessories, and support.
Discover the top Greenville business podcasts, voices, and local resources our readers are tuning into — from must-listen interviews to expert insights.
The Civil Rights Icon, who died on Tuesday, Feb. 17, is one of the most prominent Greenvillians in US history.