Greetings from Western Carolina University! We are thrilled that you are considering teaching as your career. You will find there are huge rewards in the field of teaching that can be matched by no other profession.

It's extremely important to find a college that best fits you and your needs, and we hope that you will consider becoming a Western Carolina University Catamount! Western prides itself on diversity, which can be seen in the fabric of our student population. We have student organizations and activities for everyone.

Nestled in the beautiful Great Smoky Mountains, Western is proud to be the home of the award-winning, nationally recognized College of Education and Allied Professions. With competitive rigorous academics, numerous on-campus organizations and activities, a beautiful valley setting, and exciting outdoor adventure opportunities, Western truly has something for everyone.

We invite you to learn about Western’s exciting programs, discover which areas of education are most in need of quality educators, familiarize yourself with the NC Teacher Cadet program, meet our teacher recruitment staff, and contact us with your questions.

We look forward to hearing from you and wish you the best in your teaching endeavors.