Bachelor in Missions/Missionary Studies (Bachelor's)

At Northwest University, tuition is Tuition for the 2024-2025 academic year is $680 per credit hour..

The programme integrates academic study with practical ministry in multicultural contexts. Students engage with history, world religions, communication, and theology through a faith-based framework. They develop skills in cross-cultural communication and ministry through coursework and field experiences. The curriculum emphasizes real-world application in both international and local settings.

Focus areas include Africa Studies, Asia Studies, Cross-Cultural Studies, Latin American Studies, Middle East Studies, First Nations Ministry.

The programme requires 120 credits, distributed across general education, major courses, and concentration-specific studies. Students complete a concentration in one of eight focus areas and participate in internships or study-abroad experiences.

Graduates enter roles in humanitarian work, urban ministries, missionary service, and teaching within multicultural communities.

Applicants must have a high school diploma or equivalent. A minimum GPA of 2.5 is required. Submit official transcripts and a personal statement as part of the application.

The programme totals about 120 credit hours. On-campus, full-time, typically four years. For international students, tuition is above the median for US programmes. The institution admits about 88% of applicants.

Northwest University is based in Kirkland, Washington, just outside Seattle. Student life includes campus ministries, gatherings and events, spiritual life credit, meetings with pastors, and connections with local churches. The university offers an international education pathway, while its on-campus and online formats provide different ways to study. Professors know students by name, and small classes support close academic guidance.

Academic programs cover biblical and theological studies, biology, business, communication and media, computer science, education, exercise science, film production, design, nursing, psychology, music, and ministry. Graduate options include business administration, counseling, information technology management, ministry leadership and theology, organizational leadership, physician assistant studies, and teaching. Online programs include business management, psychology, ministry leadership, and interdisciplinary studies.

Career preparation is built into the academic experience, with internships available across all majors. Health-related study includes nursing, exercise science, psychology, mental health counseling, physician assistant studies, and doctoral psychology. Music production students train in recording arts through hands-on work with professional studios and equipment. Northwest’s education combines coursework, career preparation, and a stated commitment to helping students grow in character, careers, and Christian faith.