Jessup educates transformational leaders for the glory of God
As a nationally-ranked Christian university, Jessup University seeks to develop the whole person by developing skills in communication, quantitative reasoning, and critical thinking and by exposing students to a broad cross-section of knowledge in science, social science, and the humanities.
Jessup has more than 70 programs on campus and online. We maintain high academic standards while guiding students towards fulfilling careers and authentic relationships with Christ.
Why Choose Jessup? Top Reasons
Are you looking for a change? Are you interested in pursuing further education so you can enter into a more rewarding profession? If you are ready to take the next step towards a better life, maybe it’s time to consider Jessup University. For 80 years, Jessup has been providing quality, Christ-centered education to students in Northern California.
1. Jessup offers small class sizes, individualized instruction, and experienced faculty.
At Jessup University, we pride ourselves on the quality of our faculty. At Jessup, every course is taught by talented industry professionals with years of experience in their field. Jessup students benefit from their teacher’s real-world expertise and with small class sizes, every student benefits from individualized, one-on-one attention and support.
At WJU, that support doesn’t end at the classroom door. Jessup offers a close, caring community, where students, teachers, and administrative staff help and support each other so that the students’ experience is as rewarding and fulfilling as possible.
2. Jessup offers online courses and programs.
We know our students are busy people – many of you juggle school with part-time or even full-time jobs, others balance school with family and caretaking responsibilities. That’s why Jessup has designed an extensive selection of completely online programs, so you can receive a quality, Christ-centered education from the convenience of home – or wherever you may be! Offering maximum flexibility, Jessup’s online programs are designed with our busy students’ needs in mind.
Jessup offers both undergrad and graduate programs online. Bachelor degree programs include Healthcare Administration, Criminal Justice, and Computer Science, Psychology, and Business. Master’s degree programs include Christian Ministry Leadership, Sports Management, and Kinesiology.
3. Jessup is an accredited institution.
Accreditation is an assurance that the school and the program you choose meet national standards. To maintain our accreditation, we are monitored not only on the quality of our programs and instruction, but also on our student success. At WJU, we are held to the highest standards by our accrediting body, the WASC Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC), one of the seven major college accreditation agencies in the United States.
4. Jessup offers a Christ-centered education
Jessup University is designed to provide a Christ-centered education that will equip our graduates to enter into professions in which they can exert a positive impact in the world. At Jessup, our mission is to develop graduates who will exemplify transformational leadership in church and society through the integration of their faith, learning, and critical thought in the arenas of Christian literacy, communication and intellectual skills, professional competence, and global citizenship.
Our goal as a university is to prepare graduates who can:
- Articulate the relevance of Jesus Christ, His teachings, and a Biblical worldview to their personal and professional lives.
- Communicate effectively across cultures.
- Demonstrate critical, analytical, and creative thinking.
- Exhibit competence in their chosen disciplines.
- Engage in a lifelong pursuit of knowledge, character formation, and service to their local and global communities.
