Elon University is a private university located in Elon, North Carolina. Founded in 1889, it is a mid-sized institution known for its strong emphasis on experiential learning, undergraduate research, and global engagement.
As a private university, Elon operates independently of state government control and relies on tuition, donations, and endowments for funding. It offers a range of undergraduate and graduate programs across its schools of arts and sciences, business, communications, education, health sciences, and law.
