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Haven University

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Haven University

Garden Grove, CA · Private nonprofit · 4-year

Haven University is a Christian university in Garden Grove, California, whose stated purpose is to prepare students for ministry and business leadership. It offers a Bachelor of Arts in Religion and a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, and its catalog publishes a statement of faith. Chapel meets on Mondays and Tuesdays, and students are expected to hold a Christian service assignment each semester.

Faith life at a glance

In the college’s own words

  • “Haven University provides meaningful worship services for students on Mondays and Tuesdays during the Fall and Spring Semesters.”

    Source: haven.edu

  • “This assignment is for the purpose of serving the Lord and at the same time acquainting students with the work of the church.”

    Source: haven.edu

Questions students ask

Do I have to go to chapel?

Chapel attendance is required for theological students, whose grade is pass or fail based on attendance.

Source: haven.edu
What's a normal week?

Worship services for students are held on Mondays and Tuesdays during the fall and spring semesters.

Source: haven.edu
Can I serve or go on mission trips?

Students are expected each semester to have a Christian service assignment, such as serving as a Sunday School teacher or youth group leader at a local church.

Source: haven.edu

Academic Excellence

Academic Excellence is computed for four-year colleges with at least 100 undergraduates. Seminaries, graduate-only schools, and two-year colleges are not rated.

Faith scorecard

Each area’s grade and what we found. Tap an area to see the findings and their sources.

Partly researched

We have checked some of this college’s faith and campus life facts against its own official pages. There is not yet enough verified to grade them, so the findings below are what we could confirm. Anything not listed has not been confirmed yet.

  • Faith life in residence halls (hall Bible studies, resident ministry leaders): None listed (No residence halls exist; no hall ministry or Bible study is offered in residence life.)
  • Chapel services during the week: Twice a week (Two chapel services a week (Mondays and Tuesdays) during the fall and spring semesters.)
  • Chapel attendance expected of students: Encouraged or partly required (Recorded as partly required.)
  • Bible or theology courses required of all bachelor's students: 3 or more courses (The B.S.B.A. requires 9 units (three courses) of Biblical Studies and Mission. The B.A.R. requires 30 units. Counted at the minimum that applies to all bachelor's students.)
  • Required courses include study of the Old and New Testaments: One choice among others (The B.A.R. requires both Old Testament and New Testament study. The B.S.B.A. requires 9 units from a list of four courses, including OT101 and NT101; it is not certain both are taken; recorded at the minimum that applies to all bachelor's students.)
  • Christian worldview or faith-and-learning courses required: None required (No worldview course is required of all bachelor's students in the official curriculum tables. The B.S.B.A. objectives mention the Christian worldview.)
  • Faith integrated across the curriculum (stated in academic or faculty policy): Yes (Stated in the purpose of the B.A.R. on the program page (undated official page); the catalog does not repeat it.)
  • Bible, theology or ministry major offered: Yes (Bachelor of Arts in Religion (theology and religious studies).)
  • A published statement of faith: Yes
  • Service hours or service-learning in the curriculum: Required of all students (Stated as an expectation of every student each semester.)
  • Partnerships with local churches and ministries for service: Some (Christian service placements are described as related to a local church or mission.)
  • Service explicitly rooted in the Christian mission: Yes
N/AWorship and chapel: Not enough information. Official sources do not cover enough of this to grade it yet.

Worship and chapel

Not enough information · 2 of 7 found

  • Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.
    Chapel services during the weekTwice a week (Two chapel services a week (Mondays and Tuesdays) during the fall and spring semesters.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Haven University General Catalog 2026-2027haven.edu/_files/ugd/9098c7_ab3f2b97ff914d57bf1ea72436049b74.pdf · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “Haven University provides meaningful worship services for students on Mondays and Tuesdays during the Fall and Spring Semesters.”
      Chapel services are held on Mondays and Tuesdays during the fall and spring semesters.
  • Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.
    Chapel attendance expected of studentsEncouraged or partly required (Recorded as partly required.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Haven University General Catalog 2026-2027haven.edu/_files/ugd/9098c7_ab3f2b97ff914d57bf1ea72436049b74.pdf · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “Chapel attendance is required for theological students and a pass/fail grade is given based on attendance.”
      Chapel attendance is required for theological students and graded pass/fail.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Student worship nights or praise servicesNot enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Prayer opportunities (prayer rooms, prayer groups, days or weeks of prayer)Not enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Campus pastors or chaplains serving studentsNot enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    A chapel or worship space on campusNot enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Published weekly schedule of chapel, worship and prayerNot enough information: no verified chapel or worship times are recorded.
BBible and theology: Good (grade B): 70 to 100 points out of 100 on what official sources document. Grades need sources for at least 60% of the checklist.

Bible and theology

83 of 100 points · 6 of 6 found

  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Bible or theology courses required of all bachelor's students3 or more courses (The B.S.B.A. requires 9 units (three courses) of Biblical Studies and Mission. The B.A.R. requires 30 units. Counted at the minimum that applies to all bachelor's students.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Haven University General Catalog 2026-2027haven.edu/_files/ugd/9098c7_ab3f2b97ff914d57bf1ea72436049b74.pdf · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “Biblical Studies and Mission (9 units) (Required 9 units) OT101 Old Testament Introduction (3 units) NT101 New Testament Introduction (3 units)”
      The B.S.B.A. requires 9 units from a Biblical Studies and Mission list that includes Old and New Testament introductions.
  • Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.
    Required courses include study of the Old and New TestamentsOne choice among others (The B.A.R. requires both Old Testament and New Testament study. The B.S.B.A. requires 9 units from a list of four courses, including OT101 and NT101; it is not certain both are taken; recorded at the minimum that applies to all bachelor's students.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Haven University General Catalog 2026-2027haven.edu/_files/ugd/9098c7_ab3f2b97ff914d57bf1ea72436049b74.pdf · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “Biblical Studies and Mission (9 units) (Required 9 units) OT101 Old Testament Introduction (3 units) NT101 New Testament Introduction (3 units)”
      The B.S.B.A. requires 9 units from a Biblical Studies and Mission list that includes Old and New Testament introductions.
      “Biblical Studies (30 units) 1. Old Testament (15 units) OT101 Old Testament Introduction (3 units)”
      The B.A.R. requires 30 units of Biblical studies, starting with 15 units of Old Testament.
      “2. New Testament (15 units) NT101 New Testament Introduction (3 units)”
      The B.A.R. requires 15 units of New Testament study.
  • Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.
    Christian worldview or faith-and-learning courses requiredNone required (No worldview course is required of all bachelor's students in the official curriculum tables. The B.S.B.A. objectives mention the Christian worldview.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Haven University General Catalog 2026-2027haven.edu/_files/ugd/9098c7_ab3f2b97ff914d57bf1ea72436049b74.pdf · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “Biblical Studies and Mission (9 units) (Required 9 units) OT101 Old Testament Introduction (3 units) NT101 New Testament Introduction (3 units)”
      The B.S.B.A. requires 9 units from a Biblical Studies and Mission list that includes Old and New Testament introductions.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Faith integrated across the curriculum (stated in academic or faculty policy)Yes (Stated in the purpose of the B.A.R. on the program page (undated official page); the catalog does not repeat it.)
    Sources (1)
    1. B.A.R. | Haven Universityhaven.edu/bar · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “The school seeks to strengthen and deepen the spiritual life of students, and through classroom and other academic activities, to engage them in critical discussions about the Bible and theology”
      The B.A.R. program's stated purpose ties classroom and academic work to students' spiritual life and to discussion of the Bible and theology.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Bible, theology or ministry major offeredYes (Bachelor of Arts in Religion (theology and religious studies).)
    Sources (1)
    1. Haven University General Catalog 2026-2027haven.edu/_files/ugd/9098c7_ab3f2b97ff914d57bf1ea72436049b74.pdf · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “The Bachelor of Arts in Religion degree program is designed for students who have successfully attained a high school diploma or its equivalent and who desire introductory academic instruction in religious studies/theology.”
      The Bachelor of Arts in Religion is a bachelor's program in religious studies and theology.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    A published statement of faithYes
    Sources (1)
    1. Haven University General Catalog 2026-2027haven.edu/_files/ugd/9098c7_ab3f2b97ff914d57bf1ea72436049b74.pdf · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “Haven University adheres to the following articles of Faith.”
      The university publishes a statement of faith (Christian Biblical Foundations Statement).
N/AChristian community: Not enough information. Official sources do not cover enough of this to grade it yet.

Christian community

Not enough information · 0 of 7 found

  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Spiritual life staff (pastors, ministers and professional staff)Not enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Retreats or spiritual emphasis weeks each yearNot enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Bible studies, small groups and Christian student organizationsNot enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Faculty affirm the college's statement of faithNot enough information: not found in official sources.
  • No: the school does not offer this, so it earns no points.
    Faith life in residence halls (hall Bible studies, resident ministry leaders)None listed (No residence halls exist; no hall ministry or Bible study is offered in residence life.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Haven University General Catalog 2026-2027haven.edu/_files/ugd/9098c7_ab3f2b97ff914d57bf1ea72436049b74.pdf · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “Haven University does not have dormitory facilities and does not offer housing for its students.”
      The university has no residence halls and offers no student housing.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Help finding a local church (church fairs, rides, partner churches)Not enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Office or senior leader for spiritual life or Christian missionNot enough information: not found in official sources.
N/AMissions and service: Not enough information. Official sources do not cover enough of this to grade it yet.

Missions and service

Not enough information · 3 of 6 found

  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Service or outreach officeNot enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Service hours or service-learning in the curriculumRequired of all students (Stated as an expectation of every student each semester.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Haven University General Catalog 2026-2027haven.edu/_files/ugd/9098c7_ab3f2b97ff914d57bf1ea72436049b74.pdf · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “Students are expected every semester to have a Christian service assignment. This may be as a member of a pastoral staff, a Sunday School teacher, a youth group leader, or some other Christian work related to a local church or mission.”
      Every student is expected to have a Christian service assignment each semester, often with a local church or mission.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Missions trips offered to studentsNot enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.
    Partnerships with local churches and ministries for serviceSome (Christian service placements are described as related to a local church or mission.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Haven University General Catalog 2026-2027haven.edu/_files/ugd/9098c7_ab3f2b97ff914d57bf1ea72436049b74.pdf · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “Students are expected every semester to have a Christian service assignment. This may be as a member of a pastoral staff, a Sunday School teacher, a youth group leader, or some other Christian work related to a local church or mission.”
      Every student is expected to have a Christian service assignment each semester, often with a local church or mission.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Cross-cultural or global ministry programsNot enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Service explicitly rooted in the Christian missionYes
    Sources (1)
    1. Haven University General Catalog 2026-2027haven.edu/_files/ugd/9098c7_ab3f2b97ff914d57bf1ea72436049b74.pdf · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “This assignment is for the purpose of serving the Lord and at the same time acquainting students with the work of the church.”
      The Christian service assignment is meant to serve the Lord and acquaint students with the work of the church.

Strengths

  • Chapel services are held twice a week, on Mondays and Tuesdays, during the fall and spring semesters.
    Sources (1)
    1. Haven University General Catalog 2026-2027haven.edu/_files/ugd/9098c7_ab3f2b97ff914d57bf1ea72436049b74.pdf · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “Haven University provides meaningful worship services for students on Mondays and Tuesdays during the Fall and Spring Semesters.”
      Chapel services are held on Mondays and Tuesdays during the fall and spring semesters.
  • The Bachelor of Arts in Religion requires 30 units of Biblical studies, including both Old and New Testament sequences.
    Sources (1)
    1. Haven University General Catalog 2026-2027haven.edu/_files/ugd/9098c7_ab3f2b97ff914d57bf1ea72436049b74.pdf · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “Biblical Studies (30 units) 1. Old Testament (15 units) OT101 Old Testament Introduction (3 units)”
      The B.A.R. requires 30 units of Biblical studies, starting with 15 units of Old Testament.
      “2. New Testament (15 units) NT101 New Testament Introduction (3 units)”
      The B.A.R. requires 15 units of New Testament study.
  • Every student is expected to hold a Christian service assignment each semester.
    Sources (1)
    1. Haven University General Catalog 2026-2027haven.edu/_files/ugd/9098c7_ab3f2b97ff914d57bf1ea72436049b74.pdf · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “Students are expected every semester to have a Christian service assignment. This may be as a member of a pastoral staff, a Sunday School teacher, a youth group leader, or some other Christian work related to a local church or mission.”
      Every student is expected to have a Christian service assignment each semester, often with a local church or mission.

Concerns

  • The university has no residence halls; residence-life faith programs are not offered.
    Sources (1)
    1. Haven University General Catalog 2026-2027haven.edu/_files/ugd/9098c7_ab3f2b97ff914d57bf1ea72436049b74.pdf · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “Haven University does not have dormitory facilities and does not offer housing for its students.”
      The university has no residence halls and offers no student housing.
  • The B.S.B.A. requires 9 units of Biblical studies and mission, compared with 30 units in the B.A.R.
    Sources (1)
    1. Haven University General Catalog 2026-2027haven.edu/_files/ugd/9098c7_ab3f2b97ff914d57bf1ea72436049b74.pdf · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “Biblical Studies and Mission (9 units) (Required 9 units) OT101 Old Testament Introduction (3 units) NT101 New Testament Introduction (3 units)”
      The B.S.B.A. requires 9 units from a Biblical Studies and Mission list that includes Old and New Testament introductions.
      “Biblical Studies (30 units) 1. Old Testament (15 units) OT101 Old Testament Introduction (3 units)”
      The B.A.R. requires 30 units of Biblical studies, starting with 15 units of Old Testament.

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Christian clubs and student life

2 groups and regular activities · 1 on campus, 0 off campus, 1 location not published

Worship and prayer 1

  • ChapelOn campus
    Mondays and Tuesdays during fall and spring semesters
    Chapel worship services with messages by faculty and guest Christian leaders; pass/fail for theological students.
    haven.edu, haven.edu

Service 1

  • Christian service assignment
    Each semester, a Christian service assignment with a church, pastoral staff role or mission.
    haven.edu

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Cost and value

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The federal government has not published value and outcome data for this school.

Sources: College Scorecard · IPEDS College Navigator · Net price calculator
College Scorecard, most recent cohorts (data release 06/10/2026); IPEDS 2024-25 directory and institutional characteristics; fall 2023 enrollment.

Campus facts

SettingSuburb
Part-time undergraduates11%
Undergraduates aged 25 and older74%
Students per faculty member21 to 1

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Is Haven University a Christian college?
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About this school’s data
  • IPEDS unit ID 111045
  • Carnegie classification: Special focus: faith-related institution
  • Accreditation: Transnational Association of Christian Colleges and Schools, Accreditation Commission (U.S. Department of Education DAPIP)
  • Religious affiliation (IPEDS): Non-Denominational
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