At Multnomah University, we seek to equip more than just educated graduates—we seek to equip a generation of bold Christ-followers; men and women who hear His calling and respond. In our Bible programs, you will be equipped to understand and articulate the message of Scripture in its literary and historical contexts. You will learn from world-class professors who will guide you in exploring the riches of Scripture thoroughly and prepare you to lead faithfully in your career or to pursue further graduate-level education.

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Programs at a Glance

On-campus

Join our cozy community nestled in the heart of the adventure-filled Pacific Northwest!

Average class size: 12

Our average class size means your classmates won’t be strangers.

Biblical Integration

18 Bible & Theology Credits required for all students and biblical integration throughout every discipline.

Bible Programs

Ryan Nolan ’21
Bible and Theology, Minor in Church
Leadership
Youth Pastor, Mountain Park Church

Ryan Nolan came to Multnomah after the institution he was attending closed. Left with two more years to finish his Bible degree, he moved back to his home state of Oregon to finish college.
Combining his interest in biblical studies and ministry, Ryan pursued a major in Bible and Theology with a minor in Church Leadership. During his first term, a difficult series of personal events derailed his academic trajectory. That’s when being at a small school made all the difference. In his words, “The biggest thing, looking back, was I did feel seen… they cared more about who I was as a person than my grades or my money. They cared about me, and were able to create individual game plans.” With the support of the Counseling Center, Student Success, and his professors, Ryan was able to find his footing and ultimately graduate in 2021.
It took tenacity and consistency, but today, Ryan uses his passion for ministry to serve as a youth pastor for Mountain Park Church, located in the suburbs of Portland.

Meet Your Professors

Faculty Headshot Brad Harper
Brad Harper, Ph.D.
Professor, Bible and Theology Director, Master of Arts in Theological Studies; Assistant Dean, School of Biblical and Theological Studies
RebekahJosbergerHeadshot
Rebekah Josberger, Ph.D.
Program Chair, Master of Biblical Studies; Professor, Hebrew and Old Testament
Faculty Headshot Karl Kutz
Karl Kutz
Professor of Biblical Languages and Bible; Chair of Biblical Languages
Faculty Headshot Greg Dueker
Greg Dueker, D.Min.
Assistant Professor, Pastoral Ministries; Director, Doctor of Ministry
Faculty Headshot John Terveen
John Terveen, Ph.D.
Director, Master of Arts in Christian Leadership; Professor, New Testament and Greek
We Believe

Tuition & Financial Aid

We believe a Christian education should be affordable. 100% of first-time freshmen receive institutional aid.

Tuition: $29,568
Room & Board: $9,920
Fees: $650
Financial Aid Available

Free Year of Tuition

First-time freshmen at Multnomah are eligible for an academic scholarship equivalent to one free year of tuition!

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Why Study at Multnomah?

Founded in 1936 as Multnomah School of the Bible, we believe your education should be grounded in Scripture. We seek to draw closer to God’s Word in every aspect of your experience — in classes, athletics, and especially your time in community with friends and professors.

Among our faculty are world-renowned biblical scholars, business experts, master science communicators, and more. However, it’s their commitment and care for their students that make them stand above the rest. With opportunities for faculty mentorship, your professors will be there for you at every step of your educational experience.

Portland is a beautiful and vibrant city in the Pacific Northwest. With oceans to the west, mountains to the east, and world-class food just blocks away, you’ll have easy access to anything you want to explore. Service also lies at the heart of Multnomah, and living in Portland brings opportunities to engage with the community through university events like Day of Outreach.

With an undergraduate population just under 400 students, you get to truly know your classmates, and we like it that way. Our close-knit community creates opportunities for discipleship, lifelong friendship, and developing connections that will facilitate your career and personal development for the rest of your life.

Sometimes you need more than great professors, caffeine, and friends to get you through college. That’s where our campus resources come in to play. Multnomah is equipped with a student counseling and wellness center that provides Christ-centered, culturally responsive, psychologically sound therapy. Additionally, we provide a student success center, career services, and disability resources.