Is Mission University a Christian college?

Yes. Mission University is a Christian college.

Where is chapel held at Mission University?

Chapel is listed at Campus chapel service. Days and times are on this page; please confirm with the college’s spiritual life office before you go.

Christian college

Mission University

Springfield, MO · Private nonprofit · 4-year

Real cost

Average price after aid $21,383 a year

Median debt at graduation: $26,168 (all students)

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Mission University is a Christian college in Springfield, Missouri, founded in 1950 and accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and the Association for Biblical Higher Education. Chapel meets every Tuesday morning at 9:20 a.m., and attendance is required of every student. The Business, Elementary Education and Early Childhood degree plans each require nine or more Bible and theology courses.

Faith life at a glance

In the college’s own words

“Servanthood is expected of all our students on campus, in the local church, and in our surrounding community.”
Source: mission.edu
“All ministry students are required to complete a missions trip and local church internship as part of the degree program and graduation requirements.”
Source: mission.edu
“Each of your courses is taught from an evangelical Christian perspective – so whether it’s a leadership, communication, science, or history course – biblical principles and weekly devotions will be incorporated into your studies.”
Source: mission.edu

Questions students ask

Do I have to go to chapel?

All students must attend all chapels and on-campus day conferences throughout the semester.

Source: mission.edu

What's a normal week?

Chapel meets Tuesday mornings at 9:20 a.m., and Community Groups meet Thursdays at 9:20 a.m.

Source: mission.edu

Where do I find community?

Each month, Devo in the Gazebo gives students a chance to lead their peers in musical worship.

Source: mission.edu

Can I serve or go on mission trips?

All ministry students complete a missions trip and a local church internship as part of their degree.

Source: mission.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.

Worship and chapel

45 of 100 points · 6 of 7 found

Partly:
Chapel services during the weekOnce a week (Chapel meets once a week (Tuesdays); the value is 'Once a week'.)
Sources (1)
1. Chapel & Community Groups | Mission Universitymission.edu/student-life/chapel · verified Oct. 20, 2026
  “When: Tuesdays, 9:20–10:35 a.m.”
  Campus chapel services are held weekly on Tuesday mornings.
Yes:
Chapel attendance expected of studentsRequired, with a set number of services each term (Required: every chapel is required, with excused absences and a course grade.)
Sources (1)
1. Chapel course syllabus, Spring 2026 | Mission Universitymission.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Chapel_Syllabus_Spring_2026.pdf · verified Oct. 20, 2026
  “All students must attend all Chapels and on-campus day conferences throughout the semester.”
  Chapel attendance is required of all students and is part of the course grade.
Partly:
Student worship nights or praise servicesNow and then (Monthly student-led worship (Devo in the Gazebo); 'now and then'.)
Sources (1)
1. 2026-27 Student Handbook | Mission Universitymission.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/2026-27-Student-Handbook.pdf · verified Oct. 20, 2026
  “Devo in the Gazebo Each month, students will have an opportunity to lead their fellow peers in musical worship”
  Student-led musical worship and Bible conversation are offered once a month.
Partly:
Prayer opportunities (prayer rooms, prayer groups, days or weeks of prayer)Now and then (Prayer groups are listed.)
Sources (1)
1. 2026-27 Student Handbook | Mission Universitymission.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/2026-27-Student-Handbook.pdf · verified Oct. 20, 2026
  “Campus Bible Studies, Prayer Groups, and Chapel services challenge students to grow in Christ.”
  Campus Bible studies and prayer groups are offered; the handbook gives no schedule for them.
Not enough information:
Campus pastors or chaplains serving studentsNot enough information: not found in official sources.
Yes:
A chapel or worship space on campusYes (Weekly chapel hours are listed on the college's own pages.)
Sources (1)
1. 2026-27 Student Handbook | Mission Universitymission.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/2026-27-Student-Handbook.pdf · verified Oct. 20, 2026
  “Chapel is held on Tuesday mornings at 9:20 am.”
  The 2026-27 handbook lists chapel on Tuesday mornings at 9:20 a.m.
Partly:
Published weekly schedule of chapel, worship and prayer1 or 2 times a week (1 weekly time documented: 1 chapel, 0 worship night, 0 prayer.)Computed from the verified chapel services, worship nights and prayer times listed on the college's page (each day a time is offered counts once).

Bible and theology

100 of 100 points · 5 of 6 found

Yes:
Bible or theology courses required of all bachelor's students3 or more courses (Surveyed three bachelor's degree plans: Business (10 Bible and theology courses), Elementary Education (9) and Early Childhood (9). The minimum is 9. Chapel and Community Groups are not counted. Bible majors have more.)
Sources (2)
1. Business Management – Bachelor of Science | Mission Universitymission.edu/academics/on-campus-degrees/business-management-bachelor-of-science · verified Oct. 20, 2026
  “(3)BSEB 103 Old Testament Survey 1 (3)BSEB 104 Old Testament Survey 2 (3)BSEB 111 Life of Christ”
  The Business degree plan requires Old and New Testament survey courses and other Bible courses.
  “(3)BSPT 200 Personal Evangelism and Discipleship (3)BSST 200 Introduction to Theology”
  The Business degree plan's 30-hour Biblical Studies block includes Introduction to Theology.
2. Early Childhood Education – Bachelor of Science | Mission Universitymission.edu/academics/on-campus-degrees/early-childhood-education-bachelor-of-science · verified Oct. 20, 2026
  “(3)GSSH 133 Christian Worldview”
  The Early Childhood degree plan requires a Christian worldview course, and its Biblical Studies block includes Introduction to Theology.
Yes:
Required courses include study of the Old and New TestamentsRequired of all students (Old Testament Survey 1 and New Testament Survey are required in the surveyed degree plans.)
Sources (1)
1. Business Management – Bachelor of Science | Mission Universitymission.edu/academics/on-campus-degrees/business-management-bachelor-of-science · verified Oct. 20, 2026
  “(3)BSEB 103 Old Testament Survey 1 (3)BSEB 104 Old Testament Survey 2 (3)BSEB 111 Life of Christ”
  The Business degree plan requires Old and New Testament survey courses and other Bible courses.
Not enough information:
Christian worldview or faith-and-learning courses requiredNot enough information: not found in official sources.
Yes:
Faith integrated across the curriculum (stated in academic or faculty policy)Yes (Stated in the degree program pages (not a separate faculty policy). Recorded from the program text.)
Sources (1)
1. Business Management – Bachelor of Science | Mission Universitymission.edu/academics/on-campus-degrees/business-management-bachelor-of-science · verified Oct. 20, 2026
  “Each of your courses is taught from an evangelical Christian perspective – so whether it’s a leadership, communication, science, or history course – biblical principles and weekly devotions will be incorporated into your studies.”
  Biblical principles are stated to be incorporated into courses across the curriculum.
Yes:
Bible, theology or ministry major offeredYes
Sources (1)
1. Biblical Studies & Church Ministry: Biblical Languages Concentration | Mission Universitymission.edu/academics/on-campus-degrees/biblical-studies-church-ministry-biblical-languages-concentration · verified Oct. 20, 2026
  “The Bachelor of Science in Biblical Studies & Church Ministry is a 120-hour degree that prepares men and women in Bible/Theology and Local Church Ministry”
  A Bible and theology major (Biblical Studies & Church Ministry) is offered.
Yes:
A published statement of faithYes
Sources (1)
1. Beliefs & Values | Mission Universitymission.edu/about/beliefs-values · verified Oct. 20, 2026
  “We believe the Holy Bible was written by men supernaturally inspired; that it has truth without any admixture of error for its matter”
  The college publishes a statement of its beliefs about the Bible.

N/A

Christian community

Not enough information · 3 of 7 found

Partly:
Spiritual life staff (pastors, ministers and professional staff)1 to 2 (1 staff member is named on the official chapel page.)
Sources (1)
1. Chapel & Community Groups | Mission Universitymission.edu/student-life/chapel · verified Oct. 20, 2026
  “Zach Stewart Director of Student Services zstewart@mission.edu”
  Zach Stewart is the Director of Student Services, who oversees chapel.
Not enough information:
Retreats or spiritual emphasis weeks each yearNot enough information: not found in official sources.
Yes:
Bible studies, small groups and Christian student organizationsMany (Weekly required Community Groups for students, plus campus Bible studies and prayer groups.)
Sources (2)
1. Chapel & Community Groups | Mission Universitymission.edu/student-life/chapel · verified Oct. 20, 2026
  “Community Groups When: Thursdays, 9:20 a.m.”
  Community Groups meet weekly on Thursdays, each led by faculty or staff.
2. 2026-27 Student Handbook | Mission Universitymission.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/2026-27-Student-Handbook.pdf · verified Oct. 20, 2026
  “Campus Bible Studies, Prayer Groups, and Chapel services challenge students to grow in Christ.”
  Campus Bible studies and prayer groups are offered; the handbook gives no schedule for them.
Not enough information:
Faculty affirm the college's statement of faithNot enough information: not found in official sources.
Yes:
Faith life in residence halls (hall Bible studies, resident ministry leaders)In every hall (Each residence hall floor has a Resident Assistant expected to offer spiritual guidance. Hall Bible studies are not separately listed.)
Sources (1)
1. 2026-27 Student Handbook | Mission Universitymission.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/2026-27-Student-Handbook.pdf · verified Oct. 20, 2026
  “The RA staff is expected to encourage students in godliness, hold all students accountable to the Code of Conduct, offer spiritual guidance”
  Resident Assistants are expected to offer spiritual guidance to residents.
  “Each floor has a Resident Assistant on duty for any of our students”
  Each residence hall floor has a Resident Assistant.
Not enough information:
Help finding a local church (church fairs, rides, partner churches)Not enough information: not found in official sources.
Not enough information:
Office or senior leader for spiritual life or Christian missionNot enough information: not found in official sources.

Missions and service

66 of 100 points · 4 of 6 found

Not enough information:
Service or outreach officeNot enough information: not found in official sources.
Not enough information:
Service hours or service-learning in the curriculumNot enough information: not found in official sources.
Partly:
Missions trips offered to studentsSome (Required only for ministry majors (Biblical Studies & Church Ministry).)
Sources (1)
1. Biblical Studies & Church Ministry: Biblical Languages Concentration | Mission Universitymission.edu/academics/on-campus-degrees/biblical-studies-church-ministry-biblical-languages-concentration · verified Oct. 20, 2026
  “All ministry students are required to complete a missions trip and local church internship as part of the degree program and graduation requirements.”
  Ministry majors must complete a missions trip.
Partly:
Partnerships with local churches and ministries for serviceSome (Local church partnerships and community service with organizations and schools in Springfield.)
Sources (1)
1. 2026-27 Student Handbook | Mission Universitymission.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/2026-27-Student-Handbook.pdf · verified Oct. 20, 2026
  “Spiritual Leadership opportunities include Devo in the Gazebo leaders, prayer/small group leaders, worship teams, various travel teams, and serving through local church partnerships.”
  Students can serve through local church partnerships and travel teams.
  “Throughout the year, students will have opportunities to serve within the community in partnership with organizations and schools around Springfield.”
  Students serve in the community with local organizations and schools.
Partly:
Cross-cultural or global ministry programsSome (Missions and intercultural ministry concentration offered.)
Sources (1)
1. Intercultural Studies – Bachelors | Mission Universitymission.edu/academics/on-campus-degrees/intercultural-studies-bachelors · verified Oct. 20, 2026
  “The Bachelor of Science in Biblical Studies and Church Ministry: Missions / Intercultural Ministry Concentration is a 120-hour degree”
  A missions and intercultural ministry concentration is offered.
Yes:
Service explicitly rooted in the Christian missionYes
Sources (1)
1. 2026-27 Student Handbook | Mission Universitymission.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/2026-27-Student-Handbook.pdf · verified Oct. 20, 2026
  “Servanthood is expected of all our students on campus, in the local church, and in our surrounding community.”
  Service is stated as an expectation of every student, rooted in Christian leadership.

Strengths

Chapel is held weekly, and attendance is required of every student.
Sources (2)
1. 2026-27 Student Handbook | Mission Universitymission.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/2026-27-Student-Handbook.pdf · verified Oct. 20, 2026
  “Chapel is held on Tuesday mornings at 9:20 am.”
  The 2026-27 handbook lists chapel on Tuesday mornings at 9:20 a.m.
2. Chapel course syllabus, Spring 2026 | Mission Universitymission.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Chapel_Syllabus_Spring_2026.pdf · verified Oct. 20, 2026
  “All students must attend all Chapels and on-campus day conferences throughout the semester.”
  Chapel attendance is required of all students and is part of the course grade.
The Business, Elementary Education and Early Childhood degree plans each require nine or more Bible and theology courses, including Old and New Testament surveys.
Sources (1)
1. Business Management – Bachelor of Science | Mission Universitymission.edu/academics/on-campus-degrees/business-management-bachelor-of-science · verified Oct. 20, 2026
  “(3)BSEB 103 Old Testament Survey 1 (3)BSEB 104 Old Testament Survey 2 (3)BSEB 111 Life of Christ”
  The Business degree plan requires Old and New Testament survey courses and other Bible courses.
  “(3)BSPT 200 Personal Evangelism and Discipleship (3)BSST 200 Introduction to Theology”
  The Business degree plan's 30-hour Biblical Studies block includes Introduction to Theology.
Student-led worship and a monthly Bible conversation are listed, and Community Groups meet weekly.
Sources (2)
1. 2026-27 Student Handbook | Mission Universitymission.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/2026-27-Student-Handbook.pdf · verified Oct. 20, 2026
  “Devo in the Gazebo Each month, students will have an opportunity to lead their fellow peers in musical worship”
  Student-led musical worship and Bible conversation are offered once a month.
2. Chapel & Community Groups | Mission Universitymission.edu/student-life/chapel · verified Oct. 20, 2026
  “Community Groups When: Thursdays, 9:20 a.m.”
  Community Groups meet weekly on Thursdays, each led by faculty or staff.

Concerns

The Director of Student Services leads chapel.
Sources (1)
1. Chapel & Community Groups | Mission Universitymission.edu/student-life/chapel · verified Oct. 20, 2026
  “Zach Stewart Director of Student Services zstewart@mission.edu”
  Zach Stewart is the Director of Student Services, who oversees chapel.

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Campus ministry home

Chapel & Community Groups, Mission University

Address: 628 E Kearney Street, Springfield, MO 65803
Location: On campus

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Source: mission.edu, verified Oct. 20, 2026, mission.edu, verified Oct. 20, 2026

Campus ministry

Chapel and Student Services

Sources (1)

Chapel & Community Groups | Mission Universitymission.edu/student-life/chapel · verified Oct. 20, 2026
“When: Tuesdays, 9:20–10:35 a.m.”
Campus chapel services are held weekly on Tuesday mornings.
“Zach Stewart Director of Student Services zstewart@mission.edu”
Zach Stewart is the Director of Student Services, who oversees chapel.

Christian clubs and student life

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

Service 1

MU CaresOff campus
Student volunteer events serving the community with organizations and schools in Springfield.
mission.edu

Faith formation 2

ChapelOn campus
Tuesdays, 9:20 a.m.
Required weekly campus-wide chapel with student-led worship and Bible teaching.
mission.edu, mission.edu
Devo in the Gazebo
Monthly
Student-led musical worship and a biblical conversation on current topics.
mission.edu

Clubs and groups 2

MU Community GroupsOn campus
Thursdays, 9:20 a.m.
Weekly small groups led by faculty or staff, required for students to pass the course.
mission.edu
Campus Bible studies and prayer groups
Campus Bible studies and prayer groups are listed in the handbook without a schedule.
mission.edu

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Chapel, worship and prayer

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Chapel 1

Tuesday9:20 AM–10:35 AMCampus chapel service · Weekly during the semester; required of all students (2026-27 handbook and Spring 2026 chapel syllabus).

Times come only from official campus ministry, chaplaincy, or school pages, and can change with the season. Last verified Oct. 20, 2026.

Sources for these times (1)

Chapel & Community Groups | Mission Universitymission.edu/student-life/chapel · verified Oct. 20, 2026
“When: Tuesdays, 9:20–10:35 a.m.”
Campus chapel services are held weekly on Tuesday mornings.

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What families pay, by income

Average yearly price after grants and scholarships, for students who receive federal aid.

Average net price by family income
Family income	Price after aid
Up to $30,000	$22,017
$30,001–$48,000	$15,383
$48,001–$75,000	$18,064
$75,001–$110,000	$26,307
Over $110,000	$23,029

Full cost of attendance before aid: $28,448 a year.

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Cost and value

Federal data, shown separately. Cost, debt, and earnings are never part of any grade.

Value and outcomes
Undergraduate students Fall enrollment (IPEDS)	342
Men and women Undergraduates, fall 2023 (College Scorecard)	Men 64% · Women 36%
Total students	377
Average net price (per year) After grants and scholarships, for students receiving federal aid	$21,383
Cost of attendance (per year)	$28,448
Median federal debt at graduation	$26,168
Graduation rate First-time, full-time students finishing within 150% of normal time	44%
Graduation rate for first-generation students Finishing within 6 years (College Scorecard)	31%
Borrowers paying down their loans within 3 years Borrowers who repaid at least $1 of principal within 3 years (College Scorecard)	54%
First-year retention	59%
Median earnings 10 years after entry	$38,641
Application fee Undergraduate application fee, 2023–24 (IPEDS)	No application fee
Students receiving Pell grants	56%

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.

What students study most

Share of bachelor’s degrees by field, first majors in 2023–24 (IPEDS).

Most common bachelor’s fields
Field	Share of degrees
Theology and religious studies	46%
Business	46%
Education	8%

Campus facts

Setting	City
Part-time undergraduates	12%
Undergraduates aged 25 and older	20%
On-campus room and board (per year)	$8,800
Sports	NAIA · American Midwest Conference
Students per faculty member	7 to 1
Faculty who are full-time	45%Of instructional faculty, fall 2023 (College Scorecard)
Endowment per student	$1,245Endowment at the end of fiscal year 2023, per full-time-equivalent student (IPEDS)
Nearest airport with scheduled flights	Springfield Branson National Airport (SGF)About 6 miles away in a straight line (OurAirports)

Federal data (IPEDS and College Scorecard). None of this changes the faith grades.

Campus safety reports

On-campus crimes reported in 2024, per 1,000 students.

On-campus crimes per 1,000 students
Category	This campus	U.S. rate
Rape	0.00	0.07
Robbery	0.00	0.01
Aggravated assault	0.00	0.04
Burglary	0.00	0.08
Motor vehicle theft	0.00	0.15

Numbers reflect what each campus reported. They differ with campus size and how reporting is done, so compare with care. U.S. rate: total reported offenses divided by total students at every institution in the report.

Source: Official data: U.S. Department of Education

Christian churches nearby

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Questions families ask

Is Mission University a Christian college?: Yes. Mission University is a Christian college.
Where is chapel held at Mission University?: Chapel is listed at Campus chapel service. Days and times are on this page; please confirm with the college’s spiritual life office before you go.

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IPEDS unit ID 176664
Carnegie classification: Special focus: faith-related institution
Accreditation: Association for Biblical Higher Education, Commission on Accreditation; Higher Learning Commission (U.S. Department of Education DAPIP)
Religious affiliation (IPEDS): Baptist
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In the college’s own words

Questions students ask

Academic Excellence

Faith scorecard

Worship and chapel

Bible and theology

Christian community

Missions and service

Strengths

Concerns

Campus ministry home

Chapel & Community Groups, Mission University

Campus ministry

Christian clubs and student life

Service 1

Faith formation 2

Clubs and groups 2

Chapel, worship and prayer

Chapel 1

What families pay, by income

Cost and value

What students study most

Campus facts

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Christian churches nearby

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