Mount Pisgah Academy is a Seventh-day Adventist boarding high school located in the Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina.
We place a strong emphasis on the spiritual, academic, physical, and social lives of our students.
Through yearly mission trips, varsity sports, dual-credit classes, and weekend activities, we provide a well-balanced experience for our students.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Top Ranked NC School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 106 students
- Yearly Tuition: $12,020
- Acceptance rate: 95%
- Average class size: 16 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Mount Pisqah Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in North Carolina for:
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Year Founded
1914
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
106 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
78%
State avg.: 23%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
27%
Average Class Size
16 students
Number of AP Courses
9 courses
List of Courses Offered
Advanced Courses
Adventist Heritage and MissionAmerican History 1
American History 2Developmental Phsychology
English Composition 101English Composition 102
Jesus and the GospelsStatistics
Survey of Economics
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
School polo shirts and khaki/navy bottoms
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$12,020
Tuition Notes
Tuition varies by year. There are many scholarship and financial aid opportunities. There is an additional fee for boarding students.
% on Financial Aid
90%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$7,000
Acceptance Rate
95%
National avg.: 81%
Admissions Director
Shane Bedwell
Admissions Associate
Chantell Coetzer
Application URL
Endowment Size
$21 million
Sports
Total Sports Offered
5 sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
7 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Arts and Music Programs:
Recreational Athletic Programs:
First Tech Challenge (FTC)Yearbook
Arts and Music Programs:
Art ClassChoir
DramaSymphony Orchestra
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Acro Team
School Notes
- School Motto: Our mission is to nurture a relationship with God.
- School Mascot: Mountaineers
- Mount Pisgah Academy is a fully accredited Seventh-day Adventist Christian boarding academy for grades nine through twelve located in Asheville, North Carolina.
- Mount Pisgah Academy is dedicated to preparing young people academically as they continue their education and preparing them spiritually for eternity.
- We offer an excellent academic program that integrates the latest technology with hands-on teaching with low student-teacher ratios.
- Our advanced diploma program allows students to take college-level classes and earn college credits while at Pisgah.
- And our strong commitment to service in the community and around the world makes Pisgah unique.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Mount Pisqah Academy cost?
Mount Pisqah Academy's tuition is approximately $12,020 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of Mount Pisqah Academy?
The acceptance rate of Mount Pisqah Academy is 95%, which is higher than the national average of 80%.
What sports does Mount Pisqah Academy offer?
Mount Pisqah Academy offers 5 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cross Country, Gymnastics, Soccer and Volleyball.
What is Mount Pisqah Academy's ranking?
Mount Pisqah Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in North Carolina for: Highest percentage of students of color and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Mount Pisqah Academy?
The application deadline for Mount Pisqah Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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