Hi everyone! I'm a junior trying to figure out where to apply next year. My faith is pretty important to me, so I'm interested in attending a Christian college. However, I'd really like to stay in Arizona for college. Can anyone suggest some Christian colleges here in AZ that also have strong academic programs?
Absolutely, Arizona features a number of Christian colleges with strong academic programs. Here are a few suggestions for you to explore:
1. Arizona Christian University (ACU) in Glendale: Known for its commitment to a Biblical foundation in all its academics, ACU offers a range of programs such as Business Administration, Behavioral Health, and Christian Ministries. Their student to faculty ratio is around 14:1, which allows for personalized instruction and relationship-building with professors.
2. Grand Canyon University (GCU) in Phoenix: While GCU has expanded to cater to a broad range of students across the globe through online programs, they maintain a Christian ethos. They offer robust programs across a variety of fields like Education, Business, and Health Sciences.
3. Ottawa University, Surprise Campus: Though the main campus is in Kansas, Ottawa University also has a campus in Surprise, Arizona. With its roots in the Baptist tradition, the university offers numerous programs including Communications, Business Administration, and Nursing.
Additionally, you might want to look into ASU's Barrett Honors College. While ASU isn't a Christian university, Barrett allows students from any religious background to form communities. It wouldn’t be surprising for someone to form or join a Christian community within the Honors College.
Browsing these colleges' websites and reaching out to their admissions offices can give you a great initial understanding of what each school can offer. Be sure to pay attention to not just their academic programs, but also to the religious services, campus ministries, and community outreach programs they offer to nourish your spiritual growth in college.
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