worldview. Their traditions, values, and missions vary, but most will help you explore Christianity throughout your college experience. Keep in mind that there are different categories of Christian colleges. Bible colleges tend to emphasize biblical and theological coursework. Semi- naries prepare students for vocational ministry or priest- hood. And there are many Christian liberal arts colleges. For most Christian schools, Bible classes and related
Christian courses are a mandatory part of the college experience, something that a public school could never do. Offerings might include classes on Bible study, Chris- tian history, or biblical languages. Many Christian col- leges will also require you to attend chapel at specific times. They may even have other worship opportunities through student-led organizations and ministries. And you’ll also find that many Christian colleges provide unique opportunities for service and volunteering. If you’re worried that you’ll have to sacrifice fun and entertainment at a Christian college, you can put those fears aside. Any university worth its salt, Christian or not, will make the student experience a top priority. You’ll participate in dorm competitions, concerts, competitive sports, and deep traditions and cultural experiences unique to each institution. However, at Christian colleges, those opportunities generally come without the implicit pressures present at many secular schools. If you’re worried that you’ll have to sacrifice aca-
demic prestige and opportunity at a Christian institution, you can put those fears aside as well, because most Christian colleges rank on par or better than their public and private college counterparts. In 2022, 19 Christian colleges were among the top 10 schools in their respec- tive regions on U.S. News & World Report’s annual col- lege lists. Christian colleges also continue to rank high for affordability, academic excellence, and extracurricular activities, according to The Princeton Review and Forbes.
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Most Christian colleges have diversified their pro-
gram offerings to match the interests of rising students, including the fields of applied arts and sciences, math- ematics, engineering, and medicine. Christian schools also offer diverse opportunities to study abroad. In some instances, they place a larger emphasis on global expo- sure than their secular counterparts. At the end of the day, Christian colleges are a popular choice because they offer the same benefits as their non-Christian counterparts— with environmental characteristics that can’t be rivaled.
Finding the right college for you College is one of the most substantial investments you will make in your lifetime. Like buying a car or a home, the question comes down to what features justify the cost. If you’re about to devote tens of thousands of dol- lars in financial aid, savings, and even student loans to your education, you need to make the right choice. That brings us full circle to the start of this article. Why not save yourself the anxiety and cost of applying to an ex- cessive number of schools by arriving at a top handful that truly fit you and your goals?
Ryan McElhany is the Director of Marketing and Public Relations at Southwestern Assemblies of God University in Waxahachie, Texas.
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