These characteristics are exemplified in the lives of the monks and staff members who belong to the community of Belmont Abbey. The strong family nature of the community directly influences the campus and the classroom atmosphere. Because the college is small, students know the faculty and administration and the development of lifelong friendships is common. The faculty student ratio is 1 to 15. All members of the faculty engage in both formal and informal student advising.
Faculty members teach all class levels without regard to academic length or service.
The student body is comprised of approximately 1,000 men and women from 25 states and 15 countries. This diversity adds a valuable dimension to the student's educational experience. Many of the students at the Abbey are originally from the Carolinas, New Jersey, Georgia, New York, and Florida. There are many extra-curricular activities for students . The College Union Board offers a full program of social events and entertainment, ranging from live bands to whitewater rafting to comedians.