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Answer Your Calling to Ministry
Prepare for a Life of Service: Gain theological knowledge, practical experience, and spiritual formation for a lifetime of impactful ministry in FPU’s Bridge to Ministry Pathway.
Earn Your BA and MA Together: Complete both your bachelor’s degree and Master of Arts in Ministry in as little as five years, accelerating your path to ministry.
Scholarship Opportunities Await: Lower your tuition costs by applying for a Bridge to Ministry scholarship designed to make your ministry education more affordable.
Serve While You Study: Gain real-world ministry experience while you’re in school with internships, mentorship, and leadership training that prepare you to serve your community.
Why Choose Fresno Pacific University?
#1 Private University for Social Mobility: FPU is ranked the #1 private university in the nation for social mobility by The Wall Street Journal.
Central Valley’s Only Accredited Christian University: FPU has been uplifting the Central Valley community through education rooted in faith for 80 years.
Affordable and Accessible: We’re committed to making education affordable by providing financial aid to 98% of undergraduates and a four-year graduation guarantee to those who qualify.
#1 Choice for Central Valley Teachers: Our CTC-accredited programs equip aspiring and established educators for serving communities in the Central Valley and beyond (https://www.ctc.ca.gov/).
Hispanic-Serving Institution: FPU is recognized as a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) where Hispanic and first-generation students graduate at the same rate as the overall general student population.
Shaping the Heart and Soul of Central California
At Fresno Pacific University, we’re proud to be the Central Valley’s only accredited Christian university. Our deep faith and pride in our community drives us to provide affordable, Christ-centered education that transforms the lives of our students and the communities they serve.
Lena Vang“My friend said to me she understood why I was interested in Jesus; that I was motivated by social justice, peace and working with the poor, just like him. I'd never heard it said that way...it made sense. I'm really focused on what it's like to be like Christ every day.”
Accreditation and Accolades
- Ranked #1 private university in the U.S. for social mobility by The Wall Street Journal
- Ranked in the Top 20 Best Bang for the Buck in the Western Region by Washington Monthly
- Ranked one of America's Best Colleges by
The Wall Street Journal
- Ranked in the Top 50 for Student Experience by The Wall Street Journal
- WASC Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC) (https://www.wscuc.org/)