South College is a private, co-educational, nonsectarian academic institution, South College-Asheville offers varied and well-balanced programs at the bachelor, associate and certificate levels. The mission of the college is to identify and facilitate quality programs of study that bring students together in an academic setting which encourages the development of educated, responsible professionals who meet the demands of our employment market.

To achieve this mission, South College-Asheville offers general education and specialized courses designed to broaden students' overall knowledge and develop strong technical skills as identified by community leaders. The college recognizes the uniqueness of students and works to meet their needs on an individual basis. Therefore, the college maintains various support services to enhance students' academic experiences.

South College is a private, co-educational, non-sectarian academic institution dedicated to identifying and developing quality programs of study that promote the professional, intellectual, and personal growth of students. Accordingly, the institution offers diverse and well-balanced programs that encourage the development of independent learning and thinking at the baccalaureate, associate, and certificate levels.

Each program of study is designed to require general education courses that broaden students’ exposure to diverse perspectives, develop oral and written communication skills, and enhance critical thinking skills. The complementary nature of the general education courses and the major curriculum components of each program enables the development of educated, responsible professionals who have the skills necessary to meet their personal goals and the demands of the employment market.

In an effort to enhance each student’s academic experience, the college offers a variety of support services. Acknowledging that each student is unique, the college responds to the individual needs of its students through personalized assistance. These services also cultivate a sense of community and offer opportunities for career networking.

The faculty, staff, and administration of the college are dedicated to the achievement of the institution’s mission. The college’s core values of responsibility and integrity promote excellence and growth and provide direction for all institutional and departmental goals.