The campus is located in Grundy, a town of about 1,000 people. Grundy is tucked in the mountains along the banks of the Levisa Fork River, providing a peaceful place for you to focus on your studies.
Grundy is the county seat of Buchanan County.
The establishment of ASL and the unrelated Appalachian College of Pharmacy has helped revitalize Grundy, creating a regional education center.
Visitors to Grundy often fly into the Tri-Cities Regional Airport, near Blountville, Tenn. Travelling by car? Click here for the best driving directions.
ASL does not offer on-campus housing, so most students live in the town of Grundy and the surrounding area. A list of housing options is available through our Office of Student Services. Contact us for more information.
ASL students can easily enjoy outdoor activities such as hiking, whitewater rafting, rock climbing, and mountain biking. Nearby Breaks Interstate Park is a popular spot for recreation. Several cities are also within driving distance for weekend trips, including:
For more information on the region, visit the Virginia, Heart of Appalachia and Blue Ridge Highlands tourism pages.