Winthrop is a public, comprehensive university offering bachelor's, master's and specialist degrees
through both on-campus and online programs. Our historic and scenic campus is located in Rock Hill, SC, just 20 minutes south of Charlotte, NC.
Nationally recognized for dedication to excellence in higher education, Winthrop offers
an educational experience that blends liberal arts, professional programs, global
awareness and civic engagement. Our traditions of national caliber academics, championship
athletics, and student-centered achievements create a campus community that is known
for its diversity, excellence, and family atmosphere.
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Who We Are
At Winthrop University, our students are the heart of everything we do, and we are committed to helping our students succeed and thrive in their lives on campus and beyond. Winthrop at a Glance
Our Mission
The Winthrop Plan
History & Traditions
Founded in 1886, Winthrop University has a rich history of dedication to excellence in higher education and upholding traditions that connect our present to our past. History
Traditions
Louise Pettus Archives & Special Collections
Accreditation
Winthrop is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges to award bachelor's, master's and specialist degrees. Read More
Achievements & Pride Points
Winthrop has been recognized on locally, regionally, nationally and even internationally for the caliber of educational experience that our students experience. Read More
Majors & Programs
With more than 40 undergraduate degree programs and more than 22 graduate and certificate programs, we have a program for almost any passion or career goal. Read More
My Winthrop Experience
Learn about what it's like to be a part of the Winthrop family through the experiences of current students, alumni, donors, faculty and staff. Read More
Leadership
As a public university, Winthrop is governed by a Board of Trustees, appointed by South Carolina's governor and other lawmakers. Daily leadership of the university is overseen by the President and other members of our senior leadership team. Board of Trustees
Office of the President
Leadership Organizational Chart
News & Communications
There's always new and exciting things happening within the Winthrop community both on- and off-campus and with our extended family of students, faculty, staff, alumni and other university stakeholders. Newsroom
Events
Winthrop Magazine
At Winthrop, you aren't just a number. Our size allows us to offer an exceptional educational experience within a environment where your peers and faculty and staff know you personally and support you in your time here and beyond.
