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GROW Together


Experience YHC
Experience YHC

Young Harris College is more than a place to earn a degree—it’s a place to grow your mind and heart, empowering you to make a lasting impact on the world.

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GROW Forward


GROW Forward
GROW Forward

Explore 31 majors and 23 minors, across 4 Academic Divisions – Fine Arts – Humanities – Mathematics, Science, and Technology – Professional Studies

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GROW with Athletics


GROW with Athletics
GROW with Athletics

Get involved with YH Athletics – with 17 NCAA Division II Athletics Teams, find what makes your heart Mountain Lion Purple!

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GROW Innovation


GROW Innovation


GROW Innovation


YHC offers a Biology pre-professional program to prepare students for further study in medicine, nursing, physical therapy, veterinary, or zoology/ecology.

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GROW Connections


GROW Connections


GROW Connections


Live, work, study, play, and thrive in a community that encourages full immersion into campus life.
Delve into our 40+ student clubs and organizations and grow your life-long friendships.

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Explore our academic programs

Find the academic program that challenges and inspires you.

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average number of students in each class

31

number of subjects you can major in

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Cost of textbooks (yes, that means FREE!)

400

number of undergraduate research projects

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Igniting minds,
inspiring change

Young Harris believes in the power of innovative learning, faculty-student research collaboration, and a commitment to social responsibility. You can become a change-maker and positively impact your community—and the world. Start right now.

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Monday, May 19, 2025

This year marks the 21st anniversary of the Clay Dotson Open.

Nearly 100 percent of YHC students receive some form of financial assistance, and all proceeds from the tournament are used toward student scholarships. Your generous support of this event allows YHC students the opportunity to achieve their academic pursuits and become part of the YHC legacy.

Upcoming events

CLIMB TO THE Prominence OF SPRINGER MTN, BLOOD MTN, AND BRASSTOWN BALD TO WIN PRIZES! 

MARCH 17TH- APRIL 11

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Join us for a short Chapel service every week during dead hour! Come to recharge, renew, and restore your spirit after the week and to remind yourself that you ARE and HAVE a soul!…

Connect with YHC

Engage in research

As an undergraduate, you’ll participate in hands-on research projects and work alongside accomplished faculty and peers.

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Foster lifelong friendships

Build connections that will last a lifetime. You’ll live and study with a diverse group of peers, celebrating traditions and creating memories through a full calendar of social events, clubs, outdoor recreation, and campus activities.