GWU has a total of 14 academic departments offering 45 major fields of study. Associate's, Bachelor's, Master's and Doctorate programs are offered through the university. The main campus is situated on nearly 200 acres, and there are an additional 16 satellite campuses located throughout North Carolina. By embracing faith and intellectual freedom, balancing conviction with compassion, and inspiring a love of learning, service, and leadership, Gardner-Webb prepares its graduates to make significant contributions for God and humanity in an ever-changing world.

The University has experienced remarkable growth, perseverance, and maturity. GWU began as a boarding high school and later became a junior college. Nowadays Gardner-Webb is a thriving regional university with growing master’s and doctoral programs.

Student Activities
There are over 50 student organizations on campus at GWU. These organizations show interest and cultivate awareness in many areas including culture, politics, arts, entertainment, publications, religion, athletics, community service, and more.

Student Services
Student-centered focus provides students an environment that fosters intellectual and spiritual growth; encourages physical fitness, service, cultural enrichment; strengthens and develops moral character; and respects the value and individuality of every student at the GWU.

Financial Planning
Financial Planning is dedicated to providing students and their families with friendly, efficient, and responsible financial services, while complying with all federal, University and state policies.
University provides financial assistance to students, many of whom might otherwise be unable to attend the school. GWU admits students of any race, color, national and ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the University. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national and ethnic origin in administration of its educational policies, admissions policies, scholarship and loan programs, athletic and other school-administered programs.