1909
Mechanicsburg, PA

School Details

Founded on a common Christian conviction, Messiah is a multi-faith institution rooted in the transformation of students to follow the likeness of Jesus. Established over a century ago in Pennsylvania as a missionary training center, the school soon became a Bible school of higher education. At the mid-century point, Messiah became a recognized college. Now, the institution has grown and evolved into Messiah University, holding true to its founding, but providing more student opportunities than ever. 

Messiah University offers comprehensive undergraduate and graduate programs in the liberal arts and applied sciences. Most of the school’s graduate programs are offered online, with a broad range of master’s programs, graduate certificates and post-master’s certificates available. There are several bachelor degrees available online as well.

Across all disciplines, you’ll find faculty that not only teach, but serve as mentors and advisors, as you grow your knowledge and Christian faith. You’ll enhance your career and understanding of service. 

At Messiah University, there is a sense of renewal in transformation by bringing together seemingly disparate students and ideas, perhaps best illustrated by these integrations:

  • Humility-Aspiration
  • Wisdom-Expertise
  • Worship-Service
  • Harmony-Difference
  • Faith-Intellect
  • Discipline-Imagination

Accreditation & Licensing

Messiah University is accredited by:

Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE)

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Art & Liberal Arts

Certificate of Advanced Graduate Studies in Conducting Master of Music Education Master of Music In Conducting

Business

Bachelor in Business Administration / Accounting Bachelor in Business Administration / Digital Marketing Bachelor in Business Administration / Finance Bachelor in Business Administration / Organizational Leadership Certificate in Accounting Certificate in Digital Marketing Certificate in Finance Certificate in Organizational Leadership Graduate Certificate in Digital Marketing Graduate Certificate in Management Graduate Certificate in Strategic Leadership Master of Arts in Strategic Leadership Master of Business Administration / Digital Marketing Master of Business Administration / Management Master of Business Administration / Strategic Leadership

Education

Graduate Certificate in Autism Spectrum Disorders Graduate Certificate in Bilingual Education & TESOL Graduate Certificate in Exceptional Children & Youth Graduate Certificate in Online Instruction Graduate Certificate in Social, Emotional & Behavioral Wellness Graduate Certificate in STEAM Education Graduate Certificate in Teacher Leadership Graduate Certificate in Teaching Language & Content to English Learners Graduate Certificate in TESOL Graduate Certificate in TESOL with Online Instruction Master of Arts in Counseling / School Counseling Master of Education in Christian Education Master of Education in Curriculum & Instruction Master of Education in Elementary Education Master of Education in Online Instruction Master of Education in PK-12 Education Master of Education in Secondary Education Master of Education in Special Education Master of Education in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages Master of Education in Teaching Language & Content

Healthcare

Bachelor in Business Administration / Healthcare Management Master of Arts in Healthcare Leadership Master of Business Administration / Dietetics Master of Business Administration / Healthcare Management

Nursing

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (RN to BSN) Certificate of Advanced Graduate Studies in Nursing Administration Certificate of Advanced Graduate Studies in Nursing Education Doctor of Nursing Practice / Family Nurse Practitioner (BSN to DNP) Doctor of Nursing Practice / Nursing Leadership Master of Science in Nursing / Nurse Educator Master of Science in Nursing / Nursing Administration Master of Science in Nursing / Nursing Administration (RN to MSN) Master of Science in Nursing / Nursing Administration / Master of Business Administration (Dual Degree) Master of Science in Nursing / Nursing Educator (RN to MSN) Post-BSN Certificate in Nursing Education Post-BSN Certificate Nursing Management & Leadership

Psychology & Human Services

Certificate of Advanced Graduate Studies in Counseling Master of Arts in Counseling / Clinical Mental Health Counseling Master of Arts in Counseling / Marriage, Couple & Family Counseling

Religion & Philosophy

Master of Education in Intercultural Studies