WELCOME TO MOUNTAIN STATE UNIVERSITY AT THE HICKORY METRO HIGHER EDUCATION CENTER - Hickory, NC!

Thank you for visiting the Mountain State University HMHEC website.  We are excited about our newest location in Hickory, North Carolina, and invite you to call or stop by for more information on our cutting-edge undergraduate and graduate programs.  At MSU, we believe that every individual should have the opportunity to obtain higher education, and we offer programs, to fit the needs of working adults. 

Click here for a PDF version of the current Hickory (NC) Center Catalog

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What can I study
Mountain State University in Hickory, NC offers both a Bachelor of Science in Organizational Leadership, as well as a Master of Science in Strategic Leadership.  Changes in the regional economy have amplified the need for leadership education in our area, and MSU can give you the competitive edge you need to succeed in today’s dynamic job market.

• Bachelor of Science in Organizational Leadership
• Master of Science in Strategic Leadership

What does it cost?
MSU’s competitive tuition rates make higher education affordable for working adults. Financial aid is available for qualified students.

Find out more about MSU!
Mountain State University, founded in 1933, is a not-for-profit, independent institution in Beckley, West Virginia, serving more than 6,000 students from 50 states and a host of other countries. MSU’s founding philosophy that every individual
should have the opportunity to obtain an education is realized in offerings that include both traditional studies and innovative distance learning programs.

MSU has campuses in Beckley, WV, Martinsburg, WV, Orlando, FL and Monaca, PA. We also offer many programs online and through other learning options. If you'd like to know more, please visit our main website here or use the links at the top of the page to access additional information from the MSU website.

Thank you for your interest!