Young Harris College is a private, residential, liberal arts institution located in the southern Appalachian region. The College is affiliated with the United Methodist Church and students from all backgrounds are welcome.
The mission of the Bachelor of Science Degree in Outdoor Leadership is to educate students in the philosophical, theoretical and practical aspects of experiential education based upon a strong foundation in the liberal arts. Graduates of the program are effective leaders who are prepared for graduate study or for a career in a variety of recreational, educational, developmental, and therapeutic outdoor adventure settings.