Rankings

• National Universities: #388
• Nursing: #392
• Top Performers on Social Mobility: #249 Source

Mission And History

• Mission: (No data available)
• History
• Fast Facts: (No data available)

Accreditations

• University: Gardner-Webb University
• Accrediting Organization: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
• Accreditation Granted Date: 1971-12-01
• Most Recent Reaffirmation Date: (No data available)
• Next Reaffirmation Due: (No data available)

Strategic Goals

• Make Gardner-Webb University a destination of first choice for an increasing number of students from around the state, region, and beyond by improving enrollment, retention, and student success.
• Strengthen and diversify the University's financial base to sustain growth and excellence, reducing reliance on tuition and fees and increasing other revenue sources.
• Become an indispensable partner to the town, county, and region by increasing positive impact through community engagement, economic development, and public service.
• Respect Gardner-Webb's heritage, extend its brand, and sharpen its identity to achieve and sustain a reputation as North Carolina’s leader in Christian higher education.
• Full Plan

Resources And Documents

• Strategic Plan Goals
• Campus Plan: (No data available)
• Campus Map
• Virtual Tour
• Annual Security And Safety
• Peer Institution

Updated on 06/26/2025