Faith International University & Seminary

Tacoma, Washington, United States · Est. 1969 · Private Non-profit

Evangelical Christian university and seminary in Tacoma offering biblical, theological, and practical education.

  • Founded in 1969 as Faith Evangelical Lutheran Seminary
  • Private nonprofit evangelical Christian institution
  • Located in Tacoma, Washington (40 miles south of Seattle)
  • Approximately 473 students (196 undergraduate, 196 postgraduate)
  • Offers Bachelor's, Master's, Doctorate degrees and graduate certificates
  • Global outreach with Korean, Chinese, and Tonga divisions

Academics

Faith International University offers Bachelor of Arts, Master of Arts, doctorate degrees, and graduate certificates with many programs focused on religious studies and Christian ministry. The institution provides residential, hybrid, and online/distance education options. Specialized programs include Christian Counseling, Theological Studies, Leadership Ministry, and Master of Divinity, with international divisions offering instruction in Korean and Chinese.

Campus & Student Life

The college and seminary building is situated in a residential area of northwest Tacoma and provides classrooms, offices, a library, and bookstore. The campus is located 40 miles south of Seattle and 30 miles south of SeaTac Airport in the Puget Sound area of the Pacific Northwest. The institution employs 34 faculty members plus visiting lecturers and additional administration and staff.

Admissions

Faith International University accepts applications for Bachelor's, Master's, and Doctorate programs through a straightforward application process. The institution is a participating member of NC-SARA and welcomes international students through a dedicated admissions pathway. Transfer credits are accepted, and the university offers financial aid and student loan management support.

Global Reach

The institution has established educational outreach programs beyond its Tacoma campus, including a division in the Kingdom of Tonga (South Pacific) since 1992 in conjunction with Polynesian Missions, offering distance education and resident teaching. Korean and Chinese divisions serve international student populations with programs taught in their respective languages.

Founded
1969
Type
Private Non-profit
Courses
9
Total intake
Not yet verified
AffiliationEvangelical Christian; Lutheran heritage (founded as Faith Evangelical Lutheran Seminary)
Websitehttps://www.faithiu.edu/
HousingNot available
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Quick stats

Courses offered
9
Avg career outcomes
$51K
Total intake
Not yet verified
Housing
No
Data last verified June 2026 · compiled from official sources