
Wilkerson College
North Carolina's College of Freemasonry
Founded by
the
Grand Lodge of North Carolina
A.F. & A.M.
and the
Scottish Rite Orient of North Carolina
Class of 2026

2026 Schedule
Last day to apply for 2026 session (if class
roster is full):
December 15, 2025
Last day to apply for financial assistance
for the 2026 session:
January 1, 2026
DATES & LOCATIONS
Session I - Greensboro
WhiteStone Masonic and Eastern Star Community
February 27 & 28, 2026
Session II - Oxford
The Masonic Children's Home at Oxford
March 27 & 28, 2026
Session III - Raleigh
Offices of The Grand Lodge of North Carolina
April 24-26, 2026
Curriculum
Each year’s class will be limited in size. Preference is given to Lodge Deacons who have several years to prepare for being an effective Master. Though part of the curriculum is devoted to the origins and traditions of Freemasonry, the majority of training covers leadership, Lodge operations and membership services. This will be new to those whose notions of Masonic education end at ritual and memorization. Wilkerson College’s goal is to provide each student with a well-rounded exposure to the tools that are needed to be a confident and effective leader in his Lodge, in the fraternity, and in his community.
Fundraising
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A detailed analysis of fundraising within the lodge that includes proven methods as well as the do's and don'ts.
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Introduction to The Code
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​Understanding our Code and its usefulness and protection in Lodge management.
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Mentoring
Highlights the importance of a good mentoring program within the Lodge.
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Origins of Freemasonry
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Explaining the facts upon which the structure of Masonry was built.
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Masonic Education
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Continuing education within our craft, identifying resources and incorporating educational programs within the Lodge.
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Essential Planning
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An overview of strategic planning for the future Lodge Master and strategies involved in achieving a successful year.
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Public Relations​
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​The importance of public relations and the image of the Lodge within the community.
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These, along with many, many more subjects and methods that will increase your knowledge and Lodge management skills are offered in a variety of presentation and participation formats that will help you to prepare to lead your lodge!
Tuition and Costs
Tuition for Wilkerson College is $1,150.00 and covers lodging, meals and course materials. Applications must be accompanied by a $200.00 deposit with the balance being paid in full before February 1, 2026 unless other financial arrangements are made.
Financial Assistance
The College has several generous benefactors who contribute money each year to afford others the opportunity to enjoy the "Wilkerson College Experience.” In addition to disbursing financial assistance to the College, scholarships are awarded annually to prospective candidates by the Wilkerson College Scholarship Committee. A written request by the student for financial assistance is required and will need to be received by the scholarship committee no later than January 1, 2026.
