Queens University of Charlotte, private and Presbyterian, educates students for noble lives, productive careers, and responsible citizenship, all within a changing global community. Queens seeks national preeminence as a student-centered university that enhances the traditional liberal arts with career preparation to provide an education that is both intellectually challenging and practical.

To fulfill its mission, Queens provides its students with opportunities to develop:

• A personal philosophy of life reflecting high ethical standards and spiritual values, commitment to service, and a recognition of the intrinsic worth of all individuals
• An ability to think clearly and independently, to make critical judgments in a variety of changing contexts, and to communicate effectively in writing and speaking
• A basic knowledge of the academic disciplines and their inter relationships, and a special competence in one or more areas of study in preparation for professional activity or graduate study
• Appropriate knowledge and abilities to work creatively with others, to adapt to change, and to be responsible citizens and leaders in their communities
• An understanding and appreciation of culture, including an informed respect for the differences among cultures, and an understanding of the global nature of our society