Never underestimate a Bulldog’s tenacity! As a member of the NCAA – Division II and the Conference Carolinas, Barton College is recognized as one of the best student-athlete programs in our 12-team conference. Barton’s Bulldogs earned national recognition last season as the 2007 NCAA Division II National Men’s Basketball Champion, and we were the first school in the conference to win the coveted Joby Hawn Cup for three consecutive years: 2002-03, 2003-04, and 2004-05. Bulldogs rule!

The right choice makes all the difference!  Come visit Barton, and meet our students and faculty; discover the difference in a Barton experience. Affordable and academically challenging, Barton College offers a strong, community-centered environment where you are inspired to reach goals beyond your imagination. Barton believes you can and will affect positive change in the world, and our faculty and staff will help you exceed your highest expectations.

With Barton’s 11:1 faculty/student ratio, relationships between students and professors are close; encouragement and support are constant. At Barton, we believe learning occurs best when students are actively involved, and you’ll have the opportunity to challenge, debate, and discuss ideas. Your professors are committed to helping you achieve your goals through a style of learning that strengthens your critical thinking and leadership skills, and develops a sharper global/community awareness.

Jump in; the water’s fine!  In addition to swimming at the KRIC, you can catch a movie or a comedian on campus.  Whatever your interests, you’ll find a campus full of life and activity at Barton, with dozens of campus clubs, competitive and recreational athletics, performing arts, and community events. Leadership roles abound in student government, sororities, fraternities, service organizations, and academic clubs. Internships provide hands-on learning experiences, and January travel courses expand your cultural and socio-economic awareness on a global scale! At Barton, you’ll get involved!