See your possibilities anew at
MESSIAH UNIVERSITY
THE MESSIAH EXPERIENCE IS ALL ABOUT transformation.
At Messiah, you will see your life, your faith, your career and your world in exciting new ways.
– Alyssa Eberly ’25 is rooted in believing is rooted in questioning
see anew your life
Messiah equips you to navigate life’s tensions and reconcile seemingly different ideals in new and interesting ways.
We believe that this is exactly what your college years should be like— especially at a Christ-centered university that’s rooted in the transformation we experience as we follow Jesus together. At Messiah, our faith informs our intellect. Our hard work fuels our sense of play.
Our academic curiosity drives our career and calling. Beyond our home village, we explore our planet. Unity in our Christian convictions inspires us to embrace the diversity of God’s kingdom.
Together, we begin to see anew.
What I have appreciated most about my experience so far is the community that I have found. All of my professors have been super supportive and encouraging, and I have made some incredible lifelong friends at Messiah.”
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Experience the academic distinction of a nationally ranked Christian university
Messiah University is a private university nationally recognized for bringing together outstanding academics and authentic Christian faith.
At Messiah, you’ll be part of a Christcentered educational community committed to preparing you for whatever future God is calling you to.
Your faith and your intellect are important parts of who you are—and who you are becoming—and, at Messiah, we help you combine them in powerful ways. Whether it’s through the support of faculty mentors or life-changing friendships with the people you’ll meet here, you’ll experience a profound sense of belonging along the way.
A Messiah education opens you to new possibilities, helps you discover what you’re passionate about and equips you for a meaningful life and career. Join us on this incredible journey and begin to see your life, faith, your world and your future in new and exciting ways.
You’ll achieve great things at Messiah, but you’ll also experience fun, excitement and lifelong friendships.
Every hardworking college student needs to find outlets for play, and you’ll find no shortage of options at Messiah.
Hang out beside or kayak in the Yellow Breeches Creek. Join the excitement of a Falcons basketball or soccer game. Hike the nearby Appalachian Trail, design sets for a play or catch the latest local indie band at the Larsen Student Union.
balances your life prepares you for your future your possibilities
Within the Messiah community, you combine a passion for hard work and a devotion to fun and friendship, adding meaning and momentum to all that you are becoming.
I love playing flag football, basketball and pickleball. I also like performing in the Coffeehouse. I am in a band, and it’s been a great experience. Everyone is really nice.
It’s a great campus, and I enjoy being here. I fit easily, and it’s a lot of fun!” – Nick Hogue ’26
At Messiah, everyone reaches high.
Our community is comprised of nationally recognized professors, championship athletes, innovative artists and inspiring leaders. And they all share a common motivation: to work hard to offer their talent, their enthusiasm and their gifts to the world that God loves
As a Messiah student, whether you’re studying for an exam or preparing for the next game or performance, you practice something of lifelong importance: directing your talents and hard work toward a greater purpose
Messiah’s campus is an active place.
With 60+ student clubs and organizations to choose from, you’ll find many opportunities to connect with people who share your interests—or who will encourage you to explore new ones. Visit messiah.edu/clubs
contributes to your calling fuels your search for knowledge
Awaken your creative intellect.
At Messiah, we help you shape the skill, the focus and the problemsolving ability to transition from creative vision to real-world action.
You’re already developing a vision. Messiah helps you refine it and then make it real.
Messiah encourages intellectual curiosity across all areas of academic
study. And here, you’ll fuel that curiosity through “learning by doing.” Whether it’s faculty-guided research, off-campus programs, leadership positions, field work or practicums, Messiah prepares you for an outstanding life and career in whatever major you choose. your future
The thing that I have enjoyed most about my Messiah experience is being able to build connections. Faculty push themselves to their limits to help you succeed in every aspect possible. Messiah has worked in ways I wasn’t even expecting and opened doors to so many new opportunities.” – Tyler Murray ’27
Careers and internships
We want you to go into the world feeling truly ready, so Messiah takes hands-on learning to a new level. Our nationally recognized internship program helps students find internships locally, nationally or internationally in a variety of fields including the arts, business, medicine, sustainability, government policy, family studies, sport management and journalism.
To learn more about how a Messiah education makes our graduates competitive in the marketplace—including job and grad school placement rates, average starting salaries, where our grads work and alumni profiles—visit messiah.edu/careers .
calls you to explore welcomes you home
At first glance, Messiah looks like a suburban campus in central Pennsylvania.
In reality, it encompasses six continents and 24 time zones. At Messiah, you make the world your classroom.
Spend three weeks in Zambia studying health care in the developing world. Serve in sports ministry in Panama over your spring break. Hone your international business skills in countries throughout Europe and Asia. Through Messiah’s extensive national and international programs, you see
yourself through the eyes of others and understand yourself in new ways. When you return home, you realize that you see the world very differently. Events that once seemed remote now feel close. You realize that, as a global citizen, how you respond matters.
Because you’ve been there, the broader world feels more real. your
world
I lived in Trieste, a small Italian city close to the Slovenian border. Monday through Friday, I spent my days student teaching a third-grade class at an international school. On the weekend, I would travel to other cities in Italy, Slovenia and Croatia by train or bus. I am so grateful for this experience!” – Erin Haines ’23
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differences—which promotes an important intercultural educational experience. All students are an integral part of Messiah’s community and campus life. diversity in our Christian faith reflecting God’s kingdom
Messiah students come from a global spectrum of countries and cultures and many different Christian traditions.
Messiah’s goal is to bring students from geographically, racially, ethnically and theologically diverse backgrounds who reflect the variety and richness within God’s kingdom. At Messiah, you encounter this diversity in an authentically inquisitive and hospitable community. We continually learn from each other— through both our similarities and
Messiah students and staff share a similar goal: to foster an environment where people with different backgrounds and cultural experiences can come together and thrive.” – Montika Smith ’27 your potential
Diversity programming
Being part of an increasingly diverse community is a journey— not a destination. At Messiah, it’s a journey we travel together
Through Messiah’s Office of Diversity Affairs, diversity programming creates safe, transformative learning environments and opportunities for students to engage the world as reconcilers and servant leaders. As a Messiah student, you’ll experience multiple views, customs and perspectives that will help you to respond with discernment and a deeper understanding of the complexities of our contemporary world.
Multicultural student organizations
Multicultural Council @MUmulticulturalcouncil
African Student Union (ASU) @messiahuniversityasu
Asian Student Association (ASA) @messiahu_asa
Black Student Union (BSU) @messiah_bsu
Caribbean Student Association @messiah.csa
International Student Association/ MuKappa (ISA/MuKappa) @isamukappa
La Alianza Latina (LAL) @laalianzalatina
For more information on multicultural programs, please visit messiah.edu/ intercultural/mp
Majors leading to teaching certification
Art Education (PreK–12)
Biology with Secondary Teaching Certification (7–12)
Accelerated and early assurance programs
Athletic Training (B.S./MSAT)
– 5-year accelerated
Accounting
Actuarial Science
Applied Health Science
Art, Studio
Biblical and Religious Studies
Biochemistry
Biochemistry (ACS-certified)
Biology
Biomedical Engineering
Biopsychology
Broadcasting and Journalism
Business Administration
Business Information Systems
Chemistry
Chemistry (ACS-certified)
Chinese Studies
Christian Ministries and Leadership
Civil Engineering
Communication
Computer Science
Criminal Justice
Cybersecurity
Dance
Data Science
Digital Media
Economic Development
Economics
Educational Studies
Electrical Engineering
Engineering
English
Environmental Science
Film and Media
Arts
Finance
Graphic Design
History
Human Development and Family Science
Human Development and Family Science with Child Life
International Business
Marketing
Mathematics
Mechanical Engineering
Molecular Biology
Music
Music (Music and Worship)
Music Performance
Musical Theatre
Nursing
Nutrition and Dietetics
Peace and Conflict Studies
Philosophy
Physics
Politics and International Relations
Psychology
Public History
Public Relations
Robotics Engineering
Social Work
Sociology and Anthropology
Software Development
Spanish
Sport Management
Sustainability Studies
Theatre
Youth Ministries
Chemistry with Secondary Teaching Certification (7–12)
Chinese Studies with Teaching Certification (PreK–12)
Computer Science with Teaching Certification (PreK–12)
Education with Dual Teaching Certification (grades PreK–4) and Special Education (PreK–12)
Education with Teaching Certification in Grades 4–8
Education with Teaching Certification in Grades PreK–4
English with Secondary Teaching Certification (7–12)
Family and Consumer Sciences Education (PreK–12)
Health and Physical Education with Teaching Certification (PreK–12)
History with Secondary Social Studies Teaching Certification (7–12)
Mathematics with Secondary Teaching Certification (7–12)
Music Education with Teaching Certification (PreK–12)
Physics with Secondary Teaching Certification (7–12)
Spanish with Teaching Certification (PreK–12)
Special Education (N–12) with Teaching Certification (PreK–12)
Business Administration (Bachelor’s/MBA) –5-year accelerated
Occupational Therapy (B.S./MOT)
– 5-year accelerated
Politics and International Relations (B.A. at Messiah/M.S. in public policy and management at Carnegie Mellon University) – 5-year accelerated
Occupational Therapy –early assurance program (Bachelor’s/MOT)
Physical Therapy – early assurance program (Bachelor’s/DPT)
Seamless pathway programs
Nutrition and Dietetics (B.S./MSDI)
– 5 years
Social Work (BSW/MSW: Advanced Standing) – 5 years
Pre-health professions advising
Pre-Audiology
Pre-Chiropractic
Pre-Dentistry
Pre-Medical (D.O.)
Pre-Medical (M.D.)
Pre-Occupational Therapy
Pre-Optometry
Pre-Pharmacy
Pre-Physical Therapy
Pre-Physician Assistant
Pre-Podiatry
Pre-Public Health
Pre-Veterinary
Students interested in health careers receive specialized advising to develop a course of study that ensures they meet all undergraduate prerequisites necessary for graduate school admittance. Visit messiah.edu/pre-health