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Messiah University

Messiah University

Messiah University is a nationally ranked private Christian university that integrates rigorous academics and Christian faith into our 80+ academic majors. With a student body of more than 3,200 undergraduate and graduate students, our scenic 375-acre suburban campus is located in central Pennsylvania, just 12 miles from the state capital of Harrisburg. The University's faith base is broadly evangelical and includes students and employees from a variety of denominations and Christian faith traditions. Learn more at www.messiah.edu.

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Academic Programs

  • Art & Design
  • Biblical and Religious Studies
  • Business
  • Communication
  • Cybersecurity
  • Economics
  • Education
  • Engineering
  • Finance/Accounting
  • Government/Political Science
  • Health Science
  • History
  • Human Development and Family Science
  • Language/Literature/Writing
  • Liberal Arts
  • Music
  • Nursing
  • Performing Arts
  • Philosophy
  • Research
  • Science
  • Social Science
  • Social Work
  • Technology
  • Theatre/Dance
  • Visual Arts

Student experience

  • Athletics
  • Co-op/Internship Opportunities
  • Community Service
  • Disability Services
  • Intramural/Club Sports
  • On-Campus Housing
  • ROTC Program
  • Religious Affiliation
  • Study Abroad
  • Undergraduate Research

Application information

Find out about requirements, fees, and deadlines

First-year

First-year applicants, students who have graduated from high school and have not enrolled in a college or university after high school, are encouraged to complete The Common Application, including our essay and a review of our Code of Conduct. Applicants should also send an official high school transcript to The Common Application. Submission of standardized test results is optional. Domestic students may apply for free until Nov. 15 (FALL promo code). Admissions decisions will be sent 2-3 weeks after all application documents are received, beginning late August.

Transfer

Messiah University welcomes students who have earned academic credits from other colleges and universities. More about the transfer process and a link to our transfer application is available on our webpages designed with transfer students in mind.

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Additional Information

Generations of alumni vouch for Messiah's capacity to educate strong servant leaders with professional expertise and a reconciling spirit. Our students thrive here, growing in faith and building discernment and leadership that serve them for a lifetime. That transformation, along with the amazing life and career opportunities it creates, is the value of a Messiah education. 

Our staff is committed to working with students and families to make your Messiah education as affordable as possible. Messiah University offers many need-based and merit scholarships to help you meet the cost of attendance and 100% of first-year students receive financial aid. Learn more by visiting messiah.edu/cost.

Visit us

There are many ways to find out if Messiah is the right fit for you, including multiple in-person and virtual visit experiences. Our visit opportunities include the options of meeting a counselor, connecting with faculty, hearing from current students, learning more about our academic offerings, exploring campus on a walking tour, complimentary lunch and free Messiah University gear! Read more and register at messiah.edu/visit.

"I will always remember my time at Messiah and the impact it has had on me. Messiah has grown me spiritually, relationally, and academically and I will carry these effects with me for the rest of my life."

Keanan Wolfe, History with Social Studies Certificate, Class of 2021
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Admissions office

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Address

One University Ave
Mechanicsburg, PA 17055, United States of America

Phone number

800-233-4220

For first-year students

Financial aid website

www.messiah.edu/ugfinaid

Region

Mid-Atlantic

Mid-Atlantic