GRADUATE STUDENT Newly Admitted Student Guidebook Congratulations on your acceptance and welcome to the Multnomah University Family!
We can’t wait for you to start your MU adventure, but before you do, there’s a few things to take care of.
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ENROLLMENT CHECK LIST
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Secure your enrollment You can submit your enrollment deposit online
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Student Accounts
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Housing
Confirm your payment plan with Student Accounts.
to secure your spot and be eligible to register for classes.
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Apply for financial aid Follow the steps on our website and fill out
If you are planning to live on campus or live
your FAFSA.
off-campus, make sure you fill out your housing preference form online.
9 out of 10 students at MU receive financial aid.
$3 Million
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Housing options: • Aldrich Hall • Memorial Hall • Ambassador Apartments
MU funds over $3,000,000 in student aid every year.
Register for classes You can browse courses and register for classes
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Student health Before arriving to campus, make sure to submit
online at selfservice.multnomah.edu. Please note,
your immunization form, read through our
you will not be able to register until you have
student health insurance information, and submit
completed step 1.
the Health Insurance Waiver if applicable.
Links to all forms and guides can be found on our website at multnomah.edu/newly-admitted-students.
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THE SUPPORT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED Our Student Life team has got your back. We have resources and staff available to help you succeed in and out of the classroom. We offer several services including free counseling and career advice, disability services, health insurance, and spiritual life guidance. Learn more at our website: multnomah.edu/student-services-and-care.
Career Services
Student Success Center
We help craft a professional rĂŠsumĂŠ and develop
Staff members are available to assist students in
interviewing skills. Students can use our free online
scheduling tutoring, talking through time management
career building service and receive one-on-one coaching.
techniques, coordinating disability accommodation needs, and reminding them of their ability to succeed academically.
Disability Resources
Student Counseling & Wellness Center
We are committed to providing students with
We offer free professional counseling services to aid
disabilities equal access to programs and services
students in addressing personal, emotional, relational,
on our campus. We work to create an environment
and spiritual issues in their lives.
where students with disabilities are welcomed, valued, and respected.
Spiritual Life Spiritual formation is a foundational goal of MU. We have opportunities for students to delve deeper into their relationship with Christ through student-led worship, chapel, and conferences.
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WHAT’S YOUR FUTURE AT MU? Explore Grad Programs On-campus Graduate Programs
Online Graduate Programs
• M.A. in Global Development and Justice
• M.A. in Global Development and Justice
• M.A. in Counseling
• M.A. in Ministry Leadership
• M.A. in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL)
• M.A. in Nonprofit Management
• M.S. in Management and Leadership
• M.A. in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) • Dual M.A. in TESOL and Global Development and Justice • M.S. in Management and Leadership
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“I am pretty passionate about [linguistics]. Finding communication without having a common language. MU was really the only college that spoke to me. The amazing TESOL program and hard-core Bible teaching is why I came.” - Reah McCoy (M.A. in TESOL)
Last year’s graduates went on to work at organizations including Washington State Patrol, Grassroots Church, Connect the Dots Pediatric Therapy, TEAM Missions, Wycliffe Bible Translators, and Loom International.
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THE MU DIFFERENCE WHO WE ARE MU is a diverse learning community that equips our students to love Christ and serve their neighbors through their lives and work.
YOU’LL BE MORE THAN A NUMBER
WE’RE SERIOUS ABOUT BIBLICAL INTEGRATION
With an average class size of 20 and a
Our professors weave Bible and theology into all
student-faculty ratio of 11:1, you’ll be mentored and
disciplines. Study what you love, gain a foundation in
guided by our renowned faculty who want to help
biblical truth, and get ready for a future full of meaningful
you succeed.
opportunities.
YOU’RE A PART OF A COMMUNITY
OUR STUDENTS ARE WORLD-CHANGERS
Our students study, worship, and grow together in an
Our students leave here and thrive. MU alumni are
tight-knit environment. At MU, you’ll be encouraged and
starting nonprofits, doing social services and mental health
supported by your fellow students and staff and faculty as
counseling, serving and teaching overseas, pastoring and
you start this next exciting chapter.
starting new ministries, and representing Christ in the marketplace. With a degree from MU, you can go anywhere.
YOU’LL BE READY
YOU’LL ALWAYS HAVE PLACES TO EXPLORE Discover the endless oddities and treasures of Portland or
Leave here and get noticed for the clarity of your vision
take a break from city life and wander through countless
and the strength of your beliefs. At MU, you’ll gain the
parks and nature trails. Get the best of both worlds at MU.
skills to make an impact wherever God leads.
Student-faculty ratio:
11:1
Average class size:
20
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EXPLORE OREGON WE HOPE YOU’RE HUNGRY
GO BY BIKE, GO BY TRAIN
What’s the best way to enjoy Portland’s vibrant food
Exploring Portland is easy, even without a car. Jump
scene on a college student budget? The city has over
on a bus right outside campus, take the MAX light rail
500 food carts with eats from some of the best chefs
downtown, or do as the Portlanders do and hop on your
in the city and every region you can imagine. There’s
bike and enjoy the 385 miles of bike lanes the city has
always something good to eat here.
to offer.
FUEL UP FOR LATE-NIGHT STUDY SESSIONS
THE RAINY DAYS ARE WORTH IT
We’re not exaggerating when we say there’s a coffee
Enjoy breathtaking hikes in the Columbia River Gorge
shop around every corner in Portland. With more than
(a short drive away) or stay in town and enjoy the scenic
40 independent coffee roasters, boasting hometown
views and trails in parks like Mt. Tabor, Powell Butte,
heroes like Stumptown and Coava, there’s no better
and Forest Park.
place to get your caffeine fix.
HOW ABOUT A DAY TRIP? Grab your friends, load up the car, and drive less than two hours to the beach.
MORE THAN
210
PARKS
MORE THAN
500 43
FOOD CARTS
INDEPENDENT COFFEE ROASTERS
Check out our Adventure Guide
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