Drew Van Horn, Ph.D.

B.A. Elon College
M.Ed. Campbell University
Ph.D. University of South Carolina

Dr. Drew Van Horn’s extensive higher education experience includes 10 years as president of Brevard College and seven years at Young Harris College. He has specialized in supporting private liberal arts institutions embarking on strategic change.

His vision emphasizes personalized education rooted in the liberal arts and humanities, aimed at preparing students for successful careers and civic engagement in a constantly changing world. He is known for improving student experiences, strengthening academic programs and increasing commitment to affordability and tuition transparency. Under his leadership, both Brevard and Young Harris experienced a rise in student enrollment, developed new academic and pre-professional pathways, and expanded opportunities for experiential learning, including internships and undergraduate research. Van Horn also held roles as vice president of institutional advancement at two universities and director of the Independent College Fund of North Carolina.

He is a Thrivent Leadership Fellow, a member of Alpha Chi Academic Honor Society, Omicron Delta Kappa Leadership Society and the Elon University Athletic Hall of Fame.