Why Choose MU

Discover what you were made for. At Multnomah University, you will be more than a student, more than a scholar, more than an athlete. We believe that you are made for more. You were made to explore creation, deepen your faith, and persevere no matter what life throws your way. Multnomah University exists to help you tap into your own potential and equip you to pursue your calling. At Multnomah, you will journey further, grow stronger, and love deeper as you do life in community. You are made for more.

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Mission & Vision

We equip students to love Christ and serve their neighbors through their lives and work.

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WHAT MAKES MU GREAT

Experience the Multnomah family. On our centrally-located campus in Portland, Oregon, you will find adventure and community unlike any other. Our faculty and staff are passionate teachers and compassionate leaders who will cultivate your faith and maximize your impact. Come explore our city and discover endless opportunities, good coffee, outdoor adventures, our unique Portland culture, and a diverse community.

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Care from Faculty and Staff

Find out who is here for you each step of the way.
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Spiritual Focus

Discover how faith forms everything we do.

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Portland Community

Where you learn makes all the difference.

Athletics

At Multnomah, Athletics brings students, faculty, staff, and alumni together. We compete, promote healthy lifestyles, enjoy community, foster leadership, build strong teams, and encourage the pursuit of excellence. Multnomah University is a member of the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA) and the Cascade Collegiate Conference (CCC).

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Diversity

We aspire to be an educational institution where all students flourish and have equal opportunity for success. We seek to treat all people with love, respect, dignity, and fairness. We affirm the uniqueness of each person in regard to age, race, nationality, gender, socio-economic status, ability, or faith denomination. We are all members of the body of Christ, and our unity in diversity brings glory to God.

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The History of Multnomah University

Multnomah School of the Bible was founded in 1936 by Rev. John G. Mitchell. Classes began the following October with 49 students and six faculty members. In 1993, due to our growing educational programs and higher student demand, we became Multnomah Bible College and Seminary. In 2008, we became Multnomah University.

For over 80 years, Multnomah has equipped Christian students to love God and serve their neighbors wherever God leads. Our commitment to our students and to the Word of God has stood the test of time. Today, we offer more degrees and programs than ever before to prepare more students to pursue lives of adventurous faith.

1936 Multnomah School of the Bible was founded
35 Denominations represented
96% Percent of undergraduate students who receive financial aid
11:1 Ratio of students to faculty

“We are a community of learners seeking to grow in wisdom, knowledge, and in relationship with Jesus. We're taking this journey together.”

Karen Fancher, Assistant Professor MAGDJ

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Higher education is an empowering experience and challenging adventure. Your education is a journey, and it all starts here.

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