One of our favorite stories to tell each year is the story of what happens after graduation.
While a great education is about much more than college acceptance letters, it is always exciting to see the opportunities that open up for our students as they prepare for the next chapter of their lives. Those opportunities are often the result of years of hard work, supportive families, dedicated teachers, and students who are willing to challenge themselves both inside and outside the classroom.
This year’s senior class has much to celebrate.
Our 12 seniors received acceptances from colleges and universities across the country (plus two in China!), representing a remarkable range of academic programs, career interests, and future possibilities.
Among the schools where members of the Class of 2026 were accepted are:
(schools attending in bold)
Anderson University
Appalachian State University
Barton College
Baylor University
Charleston Southern University
Clark University
Clemson University
Coastal Carolina University
College of Charleston
Columbia College
Converse University
Davidson College
Duke University
Duke University Kunshan
East Carolina University
Elon University
Furman University
Gardner Webb University
George Washington University
High Point University
Indiana University Bloomington
Lander University
Lenoir Rhyne University
Liberty University
Mercer University
Montreat College
NC State University
North Greenville University
Northeastern University
New York University Shanghai
Presbyterian College
Queens University of Charlotte
Rice University
Southern Wesleyan University
UNC Asheville
UNC Chapel Hill
UNC Greensboro
UNC Charlotte
UNC Wilmington
University of Pittsburgh
University of South Carolina
USC Upstate
Western Carolina University
Wingate University
Winthrop University
Wofford College
York Technical College
In addition to these impressive acceptances, the Class of 2026 received an incredible $4.9 million in scholarship offers.
That number is certainly worth celebrating, but perhaps even more important is what it represents. It reflects students who have invested in their academics, pursued leadership opportunities, served their communities, participated in athletics and extracurricular activities, and prepared themselves for what comes next.
It also reflects the partnership that exists between students, families, teachers, and our college guidance team. At Walnut Grove, our college counselors work intentionally to help students discover their gifts, pursue their goals, and navigate the college admissions process with confidence and purpose.
As these seniors continue making decisions about where they will attend and what paths they will pursue, we are reminded that success isn’t measured simply by a college acceptance letter. Success is measured by young men and women who are prepared to impact the world for Christ wherever God leads them.
Congratulations to the Class of 2026. We are proud of you and excited to see what God has in store for your future.