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Community is the heart of Warren Wilson College’s new curriculum

The Swannanoa school recently overhauled its course of study + tuition model

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. Students and faculty engage in hands on research by studying fish in the Swannanoa River, 2. Current Warren Wilson students gather in Dogwood Pasture at sunset.

Build a better, more sustainable future for yourself and the world around you.

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Looking for an education that goes beyond the classroom?

Warren Wilson College recently overhauled its curriculum to maximize hands-on learning, career prep + the ability to make a difference before graduation.

Here’s what that looks like:

  • Community-engaged courses | Since Hurricane Helene, students have been working alongside local partners to assess environmental damage and implement sustainable recovery efforts.
  • An internship for every student | Contribute to meaningful projects with local nonprofits, businesses + government agencies.

These updates are part of Warren Wilson’s commitment to building community on and off campus. Experiential learning is the focal point of top programs like:

Plus, the curriculum isn’t the only update: a new reduced tuition model makes getting your degree or going back to school more accessible than ever, because education is for all.

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