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Salisbury is bustling community that blends college town charm with historic significance and modern conveniences. Catawba and Livingstone Colleges attract thousands of students and faculty from around the world. Each campus is unique in its mission and dedication to academic excellence.

Catawba College. Catawba Collage has been educating North Carolina students since 1851. It is the sixth oldest college in the state. Catawba College is a small liberal arts college with a student to faculty ratio of 11:1. Approximately 1,400 students attend Catawba College, while 78 professors comprise the full-time faculty. Catawba College offers three Degrees, Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Science and Bachelor of Fine Arts.

The Catawba College campus is situated in the heart of historic Salisbury, spread over 276 wooded acres. The Center for the Environment includes an on-campus ecological preserve and a wildlife refuge. The 189-acre ecological preserve features wetland habitats and over 150 species of birds.

Catawba College Athletics. Catawba College is home to the NCAA Division II Catawba Indians. Sports teams include baseball, basketball, cheerleading, cross-country, field hockey, football, golf, lacrosse, soccer, softball, swimming, tennis and volleyball.  [Top]

Livingstone College. Livingstone College is a private four-year college in Salisbury, North Carolina with a historically black student body. The College is affiliated with the African Methodist Episcopal Zion Church. Livingstone College offers four undergraduate degrees: Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Science, Bachelor of Fine Arts and Bachelor of Social Work. Seven of the campus’s 21 buildings are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Approximately 1,000 undergraduate students attend Livingstone College.

Livingstone College Athletics. Livingstone College is home to the NCAA Division II Blue Bears Athletics. Men’s and women’s sports teams include basketball, bowling, cheerleading, cross-country, football, softball, tennis, track & field and volleyball.

Visit the Campuses. Comfort Suites of Salisbury is located minutes from the Catawba and Livingstone College campuses. Our spacious suites accommodate families on college tours or those visiting already enrolled students and faculty. Reserve your Comfort Suites of Salisbury College Family Fun Package today and experience the excitement of Salisbury college life.   [Top]