From Staff Reports

The University of North Carolina Asheville is one of the nation’s best institutions for undergraduates, according to The Princeton Review, which once again prominently featured the university in its recent annual college guide.In addition to landing a place on the “The Best 390 Colleges: 2025 Edition,” a UNCA press release noted on Sept. 18/

Specifically, it earned a spot on the "2025 Best Colleges: Region by Region" and the “Guide to Green Colleges: 2024 Edition Lists.”

" UNC Asheville also stands out in a number of separate rankings that place it among the best of the best nationally.In the publication’s category rankings, UNC Asheville is ranked No. 5 in the nation for Best Health Services," the UNCA release stated. "This recognition illustrates the university’s commitment to student well-being and the Health and Counseling Center’s dedication to students"

To that end, Jay Cutspec, director of health and counseling.The Health and Counseling Center (HCC), stated, "The Health and Counseling staff are deeply committed to meeting the unique needs of UNC Asheville students. Our role in their lives goes beyond providing healthcare and includes acting as educators, mentors, and role models."